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NEWS
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Last chance to make your mark
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Applications close 1 August – Don't miss your chance to apply for the John Hennessy Legal Scholarship (valued up to $10,000) or nominate someone for the Michelle Crowther PSM Excellence in Government Legal Service Award. Apply now. |
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New Solicitor Outreach Service
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The Law Society’s new Solicitor Outreach Service (SOS) provides NSW solicitors direct access to a dedicated and confidential mental health and wellbeing support service. Call 1800 592 296 to access up to three free psychological sessions per financial year, or to speak with a psychologist if in crisis or distress. Learn more |
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Courts and tribunals
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Further information for the legal profession about how courts and tribunals are changing to respond to the pandemic is available on the Law Society’s COVID-19 portal |
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COVID-19 Commission turns full focus on recovery
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Prime Minister, Scott Morrison, says he is pleased to announce today that the National COVID-19 Coordination Commission is moving into a new mode, shifting its focus to concentrate on creating jobs and stimulating our economy as we learn to live with this pandemic. More here. |
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JobKeeper and income support extended
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The JobKeeper Payment will be extended by six months to 28 March 2021 and the temporary Coronavirus Supplement for those on income support will be extended until 31 December 2020. More here. |
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Food delivery service to help FoodBank NSW & ACT
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There's still time to order – choose between a cleverly deconstructed and reconstructed chicken parmigiana dinner followed up with pavlova or the Spanish seafood hot pot and gremolata potatoes. Order by 8am Tuesday for Friday delivery and don't forget to check the new menu every Tuesday morning. All profits go to support the 2020 President's Charity FoodBank NSW & ACT. |
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WHAT'S ON
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Mindfulness Series with Michael Bunting: Resilience and Mental Wellbeing
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28 July 2020
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Mandatory rule 6.1 The new world of legal practice - Live webinar
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3 August 2020
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Mindfulness Series with Michael Bunting: Mindful Relationships
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4 August 2020
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Practice Management Course
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10, 11, 12 August 2020
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Growing Participation and Excellence for In-House Pro Bono
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11 August 2020
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FLIP Stream: Change Leadership for Small Law Firms
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1 September 2020
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Managing technology and data risks and capturing value in the post COVID-19 ‘new normal’
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3 September 2020
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Government Solicitors Week
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7-11 September 2020
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PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE
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Latest edition of the Court of Appeal’s Decisions of Interest bulletin
The Decisions of Interest bulletin is a regular publication produced by the Court of Appeal, summarising appellate decisions from Australia and internationally. Read the latest bulletin here.
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Changes to the Legal Aid NSW Family Law Property Policy
The Legal Aid NSW Board has approved changes to the family law property policy to ensure people who are experiencing or at risk of domestic or family violence (DFV) and/or who have a disability can access grants of legal aid for property settlement matters. Read more.
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Changes to the Legal Aid NSW Fee Scale
The Legal Aid NSW Board has approved changes to the Legal Aid NSW Fee Scales for State Matters. Read more.
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Land and Environment Court - New Subpoena Practices Practice Note
The Land and Environment Court has issued a new practice note for subpoenas.
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LEGAL UPDATES powered by LSJ
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Immigration and employment
COVID-19 impacts on immigration law and policy
By Ron Kessels >
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Property
Compensating compulsorily acquired trade-related leases
By Andrew Beatty and Marlon Shou >
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YOUR MEMBER BENEFITS PROGRAM
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NobleOak wins award for fifth consecutive year
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Our partner NobleOak has won the prestigious Canstar Outstanding Value Award for its Premium Life Direct life cover for the fifth year in a row.
Find out why they are on top. |
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Get your new outfit with 20 per cent off M.J. Bale
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Get your next new outfit from timeless gentlemen's clothier M.J. Bale. Law Society members can now enjoy a 20 per cent discount on full-priced styles. Simply visit M.J. Bale on the Law Society website to redeem. |
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Connect with respected peers
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Join Clarence’s lively chambers of established, independent firms. Share resources, referrals and knowledge: trusted colleagues are right around the corner. Express your interest with the Head of Chambers. |
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