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Introducing the Solicitor Capability Framework
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This week, I’m excited to announce the completion and launch of a project that is central to my President’s Priority of ‘delivering quality support for solicitors’ success’. The legal profession is evolving rapidly, and we are committed to supporting our members through change with future-focused guidance and resources. Continue reading >
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Expressions of interest for Law Society Committees now open
One of the best ways to give back to your profession, contribute to law reform, make new connections and stay up-to-date is to participate in one of the Law Society's Regulatory, Policy or Segment Committees. Whether you are a partner who can lend expertise to our Public Law Committee or an in-house counsel who wants to share your experience and guidance with our In-house Corporate Lawyers Committee, there is a Committee to suit everyone. EOIs open today. Learn more. The NSW Young Lawyers Committee EOI process is administered separately. If you would like to submit an EOI for the NSW Young Lawyers Committee, you must submit an EOI to attend the NSW Young Lawyers Annual Assembly. Click here.
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Member Awards: Nominations now open
Nominations for the Law Society of NSW 2025 Member Awards are now open. Winners will be announced at the Annual Members Dinner on Friday, 28 November, at the Four Seasons, Sydney - official invites go out tomorrow. These awards celebrate the outstanding achievements and contributions of legal professionals across NSW, recognising excellence in practice, service to the community, and dedication to the profession. Learn more.
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Election of Councillors: Notice of Forthcoming Election
Nominations for the 2025 Council Election must be received by the Company Secretary of the Law Society no later than 4.00pm on Monday 15 September 2025. View the notice of the forthcoming election.
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Diary Note: 2025 Annual General Meeting of The Law Society of NSW
The Annual General Meeting of The Law Society of New South Wales will be held on Thursday 23 October 2025 at 4.30pm in the Law Society Building, 170 Phillip Street, Sydney.
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Your practising certificate is digital
Did you know you can download a copy of your practising certificate? Log on to LawID to access your digital copy now.
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National Access to Justice and Pro Bono Conference: Full program released
The full program for the Ninth National Access to Justice and Pro Bono Conference is now available. Hear from thought leaders, including Australian Human Rights Commission President Hugh de Kretser, who will deliver the keynote address on First Nations over-imprisonment and justice reform. Join thought-provoking plenary sessions on big-picture issues and select from tailored streams addressing the sector’s biggest challenges. The conference will be held from Wednesday 29 October to Friday 31 October 2025 at the Grand Hyatt Melbourne. Concession rates or group discounts using code LIVJUSTICE30. Special rates for accommodation also available. Register now for early bird.
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Staying Well in the Law: Foundations of mental fitness
Wednesday 17 September 2025
REGISTER HERE
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Practical theories, practical skills for dispute resolution – in-person workshop
Thursday 25 September 2025
REGISTER HERE
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Spotlight on professional obligations: Mandatory rule 6.1 – live webinar
Tuesday 30 September 2025
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Productivity in Practice: Beyond the agenda
Wednesday 1 October
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September Service Directory
The LSJ Online Service Directory for September is now available. Here you will find advertisements for agency and referrals, practices for sale and purchase, and much more, plus all missing wills’ notices. Read more.
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Retirement Villages Regulation 2025
The Retirement Villages Regulation 2025 was published on 22 August 2025 and commences on 1 September 2025. Note that the General Inquiry Document and Disclosure Statement have moved to the Government Gazette, see Gazette No 315 of 01 August 2025. NSW Fair Trading has advised that a new field has been added to the Disclosure Statement for operators to specify any holding deposit amount, and there is reordering of information.
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Revenue NSW evidentiary requirements
Revenue NSW has published updated guidance on the evidentiary requirements regarding the interpretation of "original" documents. Where "original" is referenced, it can be interpreted as including:
- Electronically executed instruments (e.g. digitally signed documents)
- Electronic copies of documents
- Scanned copies of signed documents
This clarification is intended to reduce the administrative burden of providing hard copy originals in many circumstances.
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RISK
Navigating new rules and duties under the Family Law Amendment Act 2024
By Daniela Faggionato and Catherine Hing >
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WILLS AND ESTATES
Forgotten treasure: bona vacantia and how to respond
By Hayder Shkara >
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