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NEWS
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Specialist Accreditation Program 2021
Q&A sessions
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We're hosting Q&A sessions for all the areas of law in this year's Specialist Accreditation Program. It's a chance to hear from two assessors from the Advisory committee and other Accredited Specialists about their experience. Book here. |
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Applications open for the Access to Justice Innovation Fund
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The $1 million fund from the State Government supports innovative ideas to improve or enhance access to justice in NSW. Grants of between $50,000 and $250,000 are available for low cost, high impact projects that make a difference for those who need it most. Find out more. |
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FLIP Buzzwords: Multidisciplinary Practices
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The first FLIP Buzzwords of 2021 will delve into the fundamentals of multidisciplinary practices (MDPs). Where do we draw the line between legal and non-legal work? Will current business models survive? Join our panellists via webcast on Wednesday 24 February to find out. Register now. |
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Mandatory Rule 6.1 - in-house counsel
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There are still spots available for our live webinar Mandatory Rule 6.1 - in-house counsel this Thursday 11 February. Hear from legal experts, including Lisa Butler, Director and Founder, The Talea Group, and Timothy Stutt, Senior Associate, Herbert Smith Freehills, on the current issues in-house legal practitioners face. Register today. |
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NSW Law Careers Fair 2021 – Exhibitor registrations open
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Boost your firm’s exposure to top law students and graduates from all universities in one day. Register to exhibit now. |
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Food delivery service for charity
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Choose from delicious sticky BBQ pork ribs, glazed with plum sauce and paired up with crunchy hasselback potatoes, fresh cabbage and fennel salad with creamy zesty dressing, sweet sage sautéed apples, chilli cheese focaccia with a decadent self-saucing chocolate pudding. For a earthier choice, enjoy a plant-based moussaka, with layers of grilled eggplant, zucchini, and lentil ragout, broccoli salad with pistachios, dates, and coriander, spiced sumac dressing, and more chocolate options with banana, peanut butter and chocolate brownies. Order by 8am Tuesday for Friday delivery. |
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WHAT'S ON
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2021 Opening of Law Term services
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February 2021
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Mandatory rule 6.1 - in-house counsel - Live webinar
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11 February 2021
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Dispute resolution changes: Lawyer responsibilities
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18 February 2021
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LAWASIA Constitutional and Rule of Law Webinar Series: Formation & Succession in Parliamentary Governments
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18 February 2021 - 11 March 2021
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Australian Academy of Law – Regulatory Enforcement of Directors' Obligations
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22 February 2021
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PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE
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Cybercrime Alert – 8 February 2021
Since the last alert, the hacker had been monitoring the law practice’s emails. The particular matter required the client to deposit an additional amount in excess of $100,000 so that settlement could proceed. The client deposited the required funds and settlement proceeded. Read more.
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Workers Compensation Commission and Dispute Resolution Services system shutdowns
The Personal Injury Commission will commence operation on 1 March 2021, combining the Workers Compensation Commission (WCC) and SIRA’s Dispute Resolution Service (DRS) into a single tribunal. To prepare for the transition, the WCC case management system will shut down from 6pm Thursday 25 February, until 9am Monday 1 March 2021. Please refer to this Workers Compensation Commission e-bulletin for more information. The DRS Legal Portal will shut down from 5pm Friday 12 February until 9am Monday 15 February; and again from 5pm Friday 19 February until 9am Monday 22 February to prepare for the changes.
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LEGAL UPDATES powered by LSJ
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Criminal law
Strengthening protections for people experiencing sexual and domestic violence
By Liz Snell >
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Compliance risks
Migration law practitioners to cast off the shackles of dual regulation
By Frances Moffitt >
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YOUR MEMBER BENEFITS PROGRAM
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The only gift
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Give beautiful long-stemmed roses for Valentine’s Day. Law Society members can receive 10 per cent off all purchases with a promotional code. Find out more. |
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A time for giving and getting together
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Eat, play, shop and help the Law Society raise money. Explore thousands of 50 per cent off and 2-for-1 offers in Sydney and surrounds with Entertainment Book and raise money for the Law Society's selected charity with every purchase in 2021. Find out more. |
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Switch to Bupa in three simple steps
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Move your health insurance to Bupa and discover the support Bupa provides. Choose you cover, collect your paperwork and apply. Law Society members receive a 3 per cent discount on premiums. Find out more. |
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