In the presence of the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court (or his representative), we each transform from mere graduates of a law school to officers of the court, by swearing to: …truly and honestly conduct myself in the practice of a solicitor of the Supreme Court of New South Wales and … faithfully serve as such in the administration of the laws and usages of this State according to the best of my knowledge, skill and ability. Continue reading >
NEWS
Expressions of interest for Law Society Committees open soon
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 Monday, 1 September 2025. Learn more.
Notice of Law Society 2025 Annual General Meeting
The Annual General Meeting of The Law Society of New South Wales will be held on Thursday 23 October 2025 at 4.30pm.
Commonwealth Law Conference
The Law Council of Australia’s Federal Dispute Resolution Section will host the fourth annual Commonwealth Law Conference in Sydney on Friday, 27 February 2026. Marking 50 years of the Federal Court, the event features keynotes by Chief Justice Debra Mortimer and Justice Julie Ward. Early bird registration closes at 5pm on Friday 19 December 2025. Register here.
Just Chat podcast: James d'Apice
Gravamen Principal Lawyer and 'Coffee and a case note' podcast host, James d'Apice, comes to our studio to talk about the challenges in setting up his firm, how he used social media for good, and the other Australian law-based podcasts he can't live without. Listen here.
WHAT'S ON
NSW Young Lawyers trivia fundraiser night
Friday 29 August 2025 REGISTER HERE
Staying Well in the Law: Foundations of mental fitness
Wednesday 17 September 2025 REGISTER HERE
Practical theories, practical skills for dispute resolution – in-person workshop
Thursday 25 September 2025 REGISTER HERE
Spotlight on professional obligations: Mandatory rule 6.1 – live webinar
Tuesday 30 September 2025 REGISTER HERE
Rural Issues Conference
Friday 24 October 2025 REGISTER HERE
August Service Directory The LSJ Online Service Directory for August remains 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.
Director of Public Prosecutions Regulation 2025 The Director of Public Prosecutions Regulation 2025 commenced on 8 August 2025. The Regulation repeals and remakes the Director of Public Prosecutions Regulation 2020 with minor amendments. A summary of the changes is available here.
LEGAL UPDATES
Wills and Estates Forgotten treasure: bona vacantia and how to respond
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CONSTRUCTION AND PLANNING Building information certificates: forgiveness or permission?
By Mark Bonanno and Liam Mountford>
