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Supervised legal practice under the Legal Profession Uniform Law (NSW) – recorded webinar

1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00
1 CPD Unit  Recorded webinar

Online
This session was recorded on 18 March 2023 as part of the Young Lawyers Property Law: One day intensive – live webinar.


In this session Katherine will cover:

  • The relevant provisions of the legal profession legislation that deal with supervised legal practice, and the respective obligations on law practice principals and solicitors subject to supervised legal practice.
  • Systems and processes in law practice management that helps practitioners achieve ‘reasonable supervision’.
  • Tips for supervisors and supervised solicitors and how each party can support the supervisory relationship.
  • Alternative arrangements (i.e., remote, and external supervision)
Recorded on 18 March 2023
Katherine Lau, Professional Support Solicitor, The Law Society of NSW 
 

Surcharge purchaser duty and land tax – Recorded webinar

1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00
1 CPD Unit  Recorded webinar

Online

This session was recorded on 24 February 2023 as part of the NSW revenue law: One day intensive – live webinar.

This session will provide a structured framework for understanding surcharge purchaser duty, land tax compliance obligations and responding to compliance queries, including:

  • getting due diligence right from the start;
  • key traps to watch out for; and
  • what to do if your clients receive a foreign surcharge Notice of Investigation. 
Recorded on 24 February 2023 
Andrew Rider, Barrister, Level 22 Chambers 
 

Surrogacy and the law – recorded webinar

1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00
1 CPD Unit  Recorded webinar
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Online
This recorded webinar was pre-recorded in August 2022 for the Specialist Accreditation Conference 2022 - Family Law stream. 

This session covers the current legal framework of surrogacy in Australia. Alfonso Layson  provides an overview of the key Australian surrogacy cases and explained how surrogacy legislation has developed and adapted. He also touches on the issue of offshore surrogacy and the recognition of parental rights within Australia for babies born overseas. Moreover, the presentation explores the issue of surrogacy reform and the potential for uniform laws across Australia. 
Recorded in August 2022
Alfonso Layson, Senior Associate, Sarah Bevan Family Lawyers
 

Telecommunications leases - recorded webinar

1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00
1 CPD Unit  Recorded webinar
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Online
This recorded webinar was pre-recorded in August 2022 for the Specialist Accreditation Conference 2022 - Business Law stream. 

In this session, Diane Skapinker provides an outline of the regulation of the telecommunications industry and of the installation of telecommunications infrastructure. The presentation covers the various types of telecommunication leases and will discuss the issues relating to leases of parts of land. By the end of this session, you will have a solid understanding of the key terms relating to telecommunication leases. 
Recorded in August 2022
Diane Skapinker, Consultant, Ashurst
 

The ins and outs of testamentary trusts – on-demand recording

1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00
 1 CPD Unit  On-demand recording

This session was recorded on 12 March 2024 as part of the Elder law, wills and probate: One day intensive – live webinar.

The ins and outs of testamentary trusts – Stephen Lynch, Director, Sommerville Legal

Testamentary trusts are an invaluable estate planning tool, but it is critical that you get them right. This session will cover all the dos and don'ts of testamentary trusts, including: 

  • The pros and cons of testamentary trusts 
  •  The best way to incorporate testamentary trusts into a will 
  •  Capacity and ‘knowledge and approval’ issues Income tax, stamp duty and CGT
  •  Common pitfalls including variation clauses, changes in trustee and the foreign person rules 
Recorded on 12 March 2024
Stephen Lynch, Director, Sommerville Legal
 

The Law Society of NSW, Professional Standards Update – recorded webinar

1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00
1 CPD Unit  Recorded webinar
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Online

This session was recorded on 20 March 2023 as part of the Essentials for lawyers: Mandatory rule 6.1 – recorded webinar.

This session will cover:

  • Regulation of the profession in NSW 
  • The complaints and disciplinary process under the Uniform Law 
  • What to do if you are the subject of a complaint 
  • Where to go for support. 
  • Emerging trends and themes from the complaints and disciplinary process. 
20 March 2023
Anthony Lean, Director, Legal Regulations, Professional Standards, The Law Society of NSW
 

Full - The Magellan, National Contraventions and Specialist Indigenous Lists: FCFCOA practice and procedure – live webinar

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1 CPD units

Monday 23 September 2024
 1 CPD Units Online 
 5:00 PM  6:00 PM

The Specialist Lists of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (FCFCOA) serve an important role in ensuring that matters involving specific circumstances or risks can be dealt with in an efficient, safe, sensitive and cost-effective manner.

In this live webinar Senior Judicial Registrar Amy McGowan and Judicial Registrar Tracy Flintoff from the FCFCOA will explain the operation of the Magellan, National Contraventions and Specialist Indigenous Lists. The session will consider:

  • The criteria for inclusion in each of these Lists
  • How to apply for a matter to be included or transferred to a Specialist List
  • How each of these three Specialists Lists differ from the regular case management pathway
  • Best practices and preparation required when appearing in these Lists

 The Law Society of NSW is grateful to be partnering with the FCFCOA to deliver essential education to our members for the benefit of the legal profession. This webinar is offered complimentary to members.

 DISTRESSING CONTENT 

Viewers are advised that this course may contain details that some may find distressing. Please review the course description and use your discretion before proceeding. 

If you are in distress, the Solicitor Outreach Service (1800 592 296) and Lifeline (13 11 14) offer 24/7 counselling support. If you are concerned for your safety or that of someone else, please contact the Police or call 000 for emergency assistance. 

Senior Judicial Registrar Amy McGowan, Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia
Judicial Registrar Tracy Flintoff, Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia

 

Tips for managing an efficient legal practice - recorded webinar (42524)

1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00
1 CPD Unit  Recorded webinar
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Online
This session was recorded on 17 March 2022 as part of the Elder law, wills and probate - one day intensive - live webinar.

Tips for implementing continuous improvement in your legal practice 

This session will examine continuous improvement (CI) and address the following questions: 

  • What is continuous improvement? 
  • How can CI provide you with opportunities to identify and get rid of waste and improve the quality of your legal services? 
  • What does it take to drive continuous improvement in your legal practice? 
  • Is it better to focus on improvement or innovation? Is there a difference? 

Practitioners should inform themselves of Rule 6.1 of the Legal Profession Uniform Continuing Professional Development (Solicitors) Rules 2015 which sets out the requirements for the four (4) mandatory CPD areas for NSW legal practitioners – (a) ethics and professional responsibility; (b) practice management and business skills; (c) professional skills; and (d) substantive law.  It is the responsibility of each legal practitioner to self-assess as to whether a particular educational activity extends their knowledge and skills in areas that are relevant to their practice needs or professional development. If so, then the practitioner may claim one (1) "unit” for each hour of attendance, refreshment breaks not included. 
Recorded on 17 March 2022
Yvette Gasic, Practice Manager, Clayton Utz
 

Tips for the occasional litigator - recorded webinar

1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00
1 CPD Unit  Recorded webinar
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Online
This session was recorded on 2 March 2022 as part of the Tips for the occasional litigator - live webinar.


This interactive session is for practitioners operating in civil and commercial litigation in the state and federal Courts. This session will cover: 

  • General overview of protocol and procedure 

  • The challenges and opportunities of online and virtual courts 

  • Potential liabilities for practitioners and their clients 

  • Drawing on experience – tips and tricks 

  • Comments from the Courts – a caselaw summary 

  • Where to go if help is needed 


Practitioners should inform themselves of Rule 6.1 of the Legal Profession Uniform Continuing Professional Development (Solicitors) Rules 2015 which sets out the requirements for the four (4) mandatory CPD areas for NSW legal practitioners – (a) ethics and professional responsibility; (b) practice management and business skills; (c) professional skills; and (d) substantive law. It is the responsibility of each legal practitioner to self-assess as to whether a particular educational activity extends their knowledge and skills in areas that are relevant to their practice needs or professional development.
Recorded on 2 March 2022
Caroline Hutchinson, Principal/Director - Accredited Specialist Commercial Litigation, Coleman Greig Lawyers
Kezia David, Special Counsel, Hicksons Lawyers
 

Tips on drafting wills – recorded webinar

1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00
1 CPD Unit  Recorded webinar

Online

This session was recorded on 9 March 2023 as part of the Elder law, wills and probate: One day intensive – live webinar.

This session will cover:

  • the will in the context of an estate plan;
  • statutory instruments and case law impacting will drafting;
  • obtaining instructions from a client;
  • drafting a valid will; and
  • issues of capacity and other critical issues.
Recorded on 9 March 2023
Adeline Schiralli, Consulting Principal, Keypoint Law
 

Top 10 skills of the best in-house lawyers – recorded webinar

1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00
1 CPD Unit  Recorded webinar

Online

This session was recorded on 21 February 2023 as part of the Handy hints for in-house lawyers: Mandatory rule 6.1 – live webinar. 

In this session, you will learn how to:

  • manage rapid change, including the embrace of digital, within the in-house role;
  • identify and deal with complexity in the regulatory landscape;
  • operate effectively within cost-cutting pressures from your business;
  • identify new skills required by General Counsels beyond high quality legal, such as technology and design, diversify your skill set and recognise the difference between intuitive and learned skills;
  • future proof your career and give yourself an edge with the top 10 attributes for in-house counsel.
Recorded 21 February 2023
Olivia Perks, General Counsel, University of Syndey
 

Trademark registration - recorded webinar

1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00
1 CPD Unit  Recorded webinar

Online

This session was recorded on 18 February 2022 as part of the Top tips for trademark lawyers - mandatory rule 6.1 live webinar.

Skills for filing a successful application for trade mark registration - This session is a quick primer on trade mark fundamentals. It will include an overview of trade mark registration procedures, tips for optimising filing and associated clearance searches. 

Practitioners should inform themselves of Rule 6.1 of the Legal Profession Uniform Continuing Professional Development (Solicitors) Rules 2015 which sets out the requirements for the four (4) mandatory CPD areas for NSW legal practitioners – (a) ethics and professional responsibility; (b) practice management and business skills; (c) professional skills; and (d) substantive law. It is the responsibility of each legal practitioner to self-assess as to whether a particular educational activity extends their knowledge and skills in areas that are relevant to their practice needs or professional development.
Recorded on 18 February 2022
Odette Gourley, Partner, Corrs Chambers Westgarth
 

Traps and tips for rural conveyancing - recorded webinar

1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00
1 CPD Unit  Recorded webinar

Online

This session was recorded on 19 March 2022 as part of the Young Lawyers - Property Law - one day intensive - live webinar.

Hear from Georgiena Ryan on traps and tips for rural conveyancing as she provides helpful tips for lawyers looking to expand their knowledge and build their skills and practice.

Practitioners should inform themselves of Rule 6.1 of the Legal Profession Uniform Continuing Professional Development (Solicitors) Rules 2015 which sets out the requirements for the four (4) mandatory CPD areas for NSW legal practitioners – (a) ethics and professional responsibility; (b) practice management and business skills; (c) professional skills; and (d) substantive law.  It is the responsibility of each legal practitioner to self-assess as to whether a particular educational activity extends their knowledge and skills in areas that are relevant to their practice needs or professional development. If so, then the practitioner may claim one (1) "unit” for each hour of attendance, refreshment breaks not included. 
Recorded on 19 March 2022
Georgiena Ryan, Principal, Regional Business Lawyers
 

Understanding ESG - recorded webinar

1 CPD units

Non-Member $140.00
Member $99.00
1 CPD Unit  Recorded webinar
Substantive law
Online

This recorded webinar was originally part of the Mandatory Rule 6.1 for In house counsel

Topics include:

  • Why is ESG important?
  • What does ESG look like for companies?
  • Key risk areas
Recorded on 11 February 2021

Tim Stutt, Australian lead ESG, Herman Smith Freehills

 

Unfair terms - legislation and case review – on-demand recording

1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00
 1 CPD Unit  On-demand recording
              

This session was recorded on 27 March 2024 as part of the Unfair contracts - the new penalties: Mandatory rule 6.1 - live webinar.

Unfair terms - legislation and case review – Jennifer Dean, Partner, Johnson Winter Slattery

In this session, Jennifer Dean will review important recent decisions and critical legislative changes.
Recorded on 27 March 2024
Jennifer Dean, Partner, Johnson Winter Slattery 
 

Using the rules of evidence to your advantage - recorded webinar

1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00
1 CPD Unit  Recorded webinar  
 Substantive law
Online

This recorded webinar was originally part of the Mandatory Rule 6.1 for Civil Litigators

Topics include:

  • What are the rules of evidence?
  • When do they apply?
  • Taking sensible objections
  • The request procedure
  •  Interlocutory applications
Recorded on 17 February 2021

Christopher Parkin, Barrister, 5 Wentworth Chambers

 

When government is your client - recorded webinar

1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00
1 CPD Unit    Recorded webinar
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Online

This recorded webinar was originally captured during the 2021 Government Solicitors Conference

In this session, Bret Walker AO SC discusses some complex issues for government solicitors relating to defining your client and your responsibilities as a legal practitioner in a government role.  With a focus on ethics, Bret addresses:

  • Who is your client and to whom is your duty, including discussion on government as a client with no private interest, and clarification of the difference between the state and the people
  • Professional independence
  • The business of government
  • Confidentiality
  • The public interest
  • Secrecy
  • Legal professional privilege
Recorded on 07 September 2021
Bret Walker AO SC, Barrister, 5th Floor St James Hall
 

White collar crime: Some practical considerations – on-demand recording

1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00
1 CPD Unit  On-demand recording
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Online
This recorded webinar was originally captured during the Specialist Accreditation conference 2022 – Criminal Law stream. 

In this session, Justin Wong and Adam Faro outline ASIC’s powers. The presenters discuss examination notices and provided tips on preparing clients for an examination. This session also covers the conduct of an examination. Moreover, the presentation delves into the National Consumer Credit Protection Act 2009 (NSW) as well as travel bans under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth). 

WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT 

Viewers are advised that various Conference sessions contain graphic details that some may find distressing, including but not limited to references to sexual offences, child pornography and  violence. Please review the program and use your discretion before proceeding. 
 
If you have experienced sexual assault, domestic or family violence and require assistance, please contact 1800RESPECT  (1800 737 732) to speak with a counsellor from the National Sexual Assault and Domestic Family Violence Counselling Service. 

If you are in distress, the Solicitor Outreach Service (1800 592 296) and Lifeline (13 11 14) offer 24/7 counselling support.    

If you are concerned for your safety or that of someone else, please contact the Police or call 000 for emergency assistance. 
Recorded on 5 August 2022
Adam Faro, Barrister, Forbes Chambers
Justin Wong, Principal Lawyer, Streeton Lawyers
 

Wills and superannuation benefits: tax implications and other issues – on-demand recording

1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00
 1 CPD Unit  On-demand recording

This session was recorded on 12 March 2024 as part of the Elder law, wills and probate: One day intensive – live webinar.

Wills and superannuation benefits: tax implications and other issues – Mimi Su, Principal, Matthews Folbigg Lawyers

In this session Mimi Su will examine complex issues surrounding superannuation benefits in wills and estates matters. 
Recorded on 12 March 2024
Mimi Su, Principal, Matthews Folbigg Lawyers
 

Witness evidence via audio visual link – on-demand recording

1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00
1 CPD Unit  On-demand recording
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Online
This recorded webinar was pre-recorded in August 2022 for the Specialist Accreditation Conference 2022 - Criminal Law stream. 


This session covers the legislative provisions in the Criminal Procedure Act 1986 and the Evidence (Audio and Audio Visual Links) Act 1998 which permit witnesses to give evidence via AVL (Audio Visual Link). Jason Tozer delves into the history of the development of the law permitting witnesses to give evidence in court via AVL. Furthermore, he discusses both the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on witness evidence being given via AVL, and the views of legal professionals on the changes adopted during the pandemic. 

WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT 

Viewers are advised that various Conference sessions contain graphic details that some may find distressing, including but not limited to references to sexual offences, child pornography and  violence. Please review the program and use your discretion before proceeding. 
 
If you have experienced sexual assault, domestic or family violence and require assistance, please contact 1800RESPECT  (1800 737 732) to speak with a counsellor from the National Sexual Assault and Domestic Family Violence Counselling Service. 

If you are in distress, the Solicitor Outreach Service (1800 592 296) and Lifeline (13 11 14) offer 24/7 counselling support.    

If you are concerned for your safety or that of someone else, please contact the Police or call 000 for emergency assistance. 
Recorded in August 2022
Sergeant Jason Tozer, Senior Police Prosecutor & Solicitor, NSW Police
 

Young Lawyers - Property Law - one day intensive 2022 - recorded webinar

6 CPD units

Non-Member $980.00
Member $690.00
 6 CPD Units  Recorded webinar




Recorded webinar

This session was recorded on 19 March 2022 as part of the Young Lawyers - Property Law - one day intensive - live webinar.

Hear from a range of experts on topics relevant to lawyers looking to expand their knowledge and build their skills and practice, including:

  • A retail leasing update
  • Traps and tips for rural conveyancing
  • Actions to grow your practice
  • Planning Law 101
  • Plain language for professionals
  • Legal ethics for Young Lawyers

View full program - click here 

Practitioners should inform themselves of Rule 6.1 of the Legal Profession Uniform Continuing Professional Development (Solicitors) Rules 2015 which sets out the requirements for the four (4) mandatory CPD areas for NSW legal practitioners – (a) ethics and professional responsibility; (b) practice management and business skills; (c) professional skills; and (d) substantive law.  It is the responsibility of each legal practitioner to self-assess as to whether a particular educational activity extends their knowledge and skills in areas that are relevant to their practice needs or professional development. If so, then the practitioner may claim one (1) "unit” for each hour of attendance, refreshment breaks not included. 


If you self-assess that this particular educational activity extends your knowledge and skills, this program may allow you to claim four (4) of the mandatory areas:  (a) ethics and professional responsibility; (b) practice management and business skills; (c) professional skills; and (d) substantive law. 
Recorded on 19 March 2022
Georgiena Ryan, Principal, Regional Business Lawyers
Alistair Marshall, Director, Professional Services Business Development
Gary Newton, Partner, HWL Ebsworth
Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, The Law Society of NSW
Sharon de Bomford, Principal, Write Results
Mark Evans, Director, Whiteacre Legal
 

Young Lawyers - Property law: One day intensive 2023 – on-demand recording

6 CPD units

Non-Member $980.00
Member $690.00
 6 CPD Unit  Recorded webinar




Online

This session was recorded on 18 March 2023 as part of the Young Property law: One day intensive – live webinar. 

Young Lawyers are proud to deliver this one day online event for property lawyers. Hear from a range of experts on topics relevant to lawyers looking to expand their knowledge and build their skills and practice, including:

  • Supervised legal practice under the Legal Profession Uniform Law (NSW)
  • Strata renewal schemes
  • Revenue NSW – Property Tax Reform, Recent Changes and the Professional Resource Centre
  • Networking exposed! How to network without fear and reap the rewards
  • Ethical scenarios for lawyers
  • Easements, other rights and the use and development of land. 
Recorded on 18 March 2023
Katherine Lau, Professional Support Solicitor, The Law Society of NSW
Elly Ashley, Partner, Holding Redlich
Rod Bradley, Senior Technical Advisor, Revenue NSW
Vishal Sharma, Advisor, Engagement, Revenue NSW
Lisa Butler, Managing Director, The Talea Group
Paul Monaghan, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW
Peter Walsh, Barrister, University Chambers
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