Monday Briefs

Law Society veteran takes the reins

I’m delighted to inform members that the Council of the Law Society at its meeting last week approved the appointment of Kenneth Tickle as CEO of this organisation on a permanent basis. Kenneth has been Acting CEO since October last year, a period in which he has provided outstanding leadership. Continue reading >

NEWS

Reminder - CPD year concludes on 31 March 2024
There are less than three weeks remaining of the current CPD year, concluding on 31 March 2024. It is a statutory condition of a practising certificate to comply with CPD and you will be asked to declare your CPD compliance as part of your practising certificate renewal. If you are eligible to apply for an exemption from your CPD requirements for the current CPD year (ending 31 March 2024), you can do so by completing and submitting this form. Visit our CPD page for more information.

Last chance to register: 2024 Law Students Careers Summit
Registrations are closing soon for this year’s Law Students Careers Summit on Wednesday 20 March. A flagship event of the Law Society of NSW, the Summit provides an unparalleled opportunity to reach law students from all years of study and across NSW who want to learn more about the career paths available to them and connect with the full spectrum of legal employers in one convenient and cost-effective setting. To get a headstart on your recruitment initiatives, register before COB on Wednesday 13 March to secure your place.

Launch of the 2024 Trust Lodgement Portal
We are delighted to announce the launch of our newly improved online portal for the annual Statement and Confirmation of Trust Money submission (commonly known as Part A, Part B and External Examiner Report) which has been designed to streamline and enhance the annual submission process. More detailed information will be sent to practitioners soon. You can learn more here.

Registrations Open: Clerkship Recruitment Program
The Law Society of NSW Clerkship Recruitment Program provides a unique opportunity to promote your organisation and recruitment initiatives to students from across NSW. Participation in the program is complimentary and participating employers receive a substantial discount to attend the 2024 Law Students Careers Summit. Register now.

MEMBER BENEFITS PROGRAM – HAVE YOUR SAY

Law Society Member Benefits

The Law Society wants to know your thoughts and feedback on our current Member Benefits Program. What providers do you use? Who else would you like us to bring on board so you can access exclusive discounts and offers from them? Please click below to complete the survey.

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WHAT'S ON

Key knowledge for commercial lawyers: Mandatory rule 6.1 – online
Thursday 14 March 2024
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Key developments and skills for civil litigators: Mandatory rule 6.1 – online
Wednesday 20 March 2024
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International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination Cultural Diversity Networking Event
Thursday 21 March 2024
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PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE

March Service Directory
The LSJ Digital Service Directory for March 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.

Reforms to private joint water schemes
With the implementation of reforms under the Water Management Amendment Act 2010, commencing 1 March 2024, new resources have been published, available here. Further information about joint private works schemes is also available here.

LEGAL UPDATES

PROPERTY LAW
The complexities of granny flat interests
By John Clarke and Abby Landy >

COSTS
Cost of using employed solicitors in proceedings
By Charlotte Morson >

IN THE PRESS

Law Society news and media announcements

11 March 2024