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Family law for support staff – live online workshop

Non-Member $585.00

Member $585.00

Wednesday 22 & 29 October 2025
Live online workshop

9:00 AM 1:15 PM

	Are you contemplating a career as a legal secretary? Or are you a secretary who is looking to expand upon your skills and maximise your role? The course will first provide an overview of the general trajectory of a family law matter, both in relation to parenting and property matters, to ensure that support staff understand why and how the pieces of the puzzle go together – an essential knowledge base for successful support staff. With that foundational knowledge, participants will be guided through the key documents and forms required throughout the life of a family law matter, learning why, and at what stages, those documents become necessary and, with the benefit of a relevant case study, will be provided with the tools to capably complete those documents. The legal market is a diverse one and the role of support staff can be different at every firm. This course will add value whether you are working for a sole practitioner, a boutique firm, or multiple solicitors in a large firm. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and will be provided with ‘tips and tricks’ and ‘do’s and don’ts’ which will leave participants with the toolbox they need to become the most successful and valuable support staff in the market. Please note, this is an interactive workshop-style course. You will be required to turn on your web camera and microphone and participate in verbal discussions as required by the facilitator. In order to enrol in this course, you will require a LawID account. Please click here for further details on how to create a free non-member account.
	Kaitlyn Loo, Associate, Coleman Greig Lawyers

Family law fundamentals - live online workshop

7 CPD units

Non-Member $980.00

Member $690.00

Tuesday 14 & 21 October 2025

7 CPD Units Live online workshop

9:00 AM 1:00 PM



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	On 6 May 2024, the Family Law Amendment Act 2023 and the Family Law (Information Sharing) Act 2023 came into effect, bringing with them substantial reforms to the family law system. As a result, parenting principles, Family Law Rules, Court forms, and Practice Directions have been revised comprehensively. Join Fiona Kirkman, Accredited Specialist in Family Law, for this course which is designed for solicitors and mediators wishing to gain a practical understanding and overview of family law and the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (FCFCOA), including navigating the new landscape of family law brought about by the recent changes. This is an interactive course that explores the fundamental principles of family law, dispute resolution, and case management pathways in the FCFCOA. Topics covered include: Introduction to family law Parenting matters Managing client emotions Family violence and abuse Alteration of property interests Financial agreements Spousal maintenance Child support Divorce Overview of the FCFCOA Family Law Rules Practice Directions Case Management Pathway under the FCFCOA Pre-action procedures Duty of disclosure Dispute Resolution prior to and after the commencement of proceedings Reaching agreement Commencing and responding to proceedings Court events Subpoenas Compliance Costs Please note: There is pre-course work required prior to attending the online workshop. This could take between approximately 30-90 minutes depending on your previous family law experience. This is an interactive workshop-style course and will require active participation. You will be required to turn on your web camera and microphone as required by the facilitator.
	Fiona Kirkman, Accredited Specialist in Family Law and Principal of Kirkman Family Law

Fundamentals of GenAI for lawyers – on-demand recording

1 CPD units

Non-Member $35.00

Member $0.00

1 CPD Unit On-demand recording


	This session was recorded on 16 July 2024 as part of the Fundamentals of GenAI for lawyers – live webinar. Understanding Generative AI is essential for all lawyers. Legal-specific GenAI solutions are being released and solutions such as Copilot are integrating into standard applications like Outlook and Word, and understanding how these solutions work is vital for legal professionals. In this webinar, Nick Abrahams aims to empower lawyers by showcasing the transformative impact of GenAI on legal productivity. Attendees will discover how leveraging these innovative technologies can revolutionise efficiency and effectiveness in legal practice. Key Takeaways from the session: Understand the landscape of GenAI apps available to help lawyers - from immediately-accessible public apps like ChatGPT and Claude to enterprise solutions like Spellbook, Microsoft Copilot and Thomson Reuters CoCounsel. Navigating Ethical and Professional Conduct with GenAI: Gain insights into the key professional and ethical considerations necessary when integrating GenAI into legal practice. Implementing GenAI for Enhanced Efficiency: Learn actionable use cases of GenAI in legal settings that you can apply immediately to boost your and your team's efficiency. Future Learning Opportunities For those interested in a deeper understanding of Legal GenAI, consider enrolling in the Bond University online, micro credential also taught by Nick Abrahams, *The Breakthrough Lawyer: GenAI Productivity Training for Lawyers*. Designed for all lawyers, in-house or in private practice. Six hours to gain the detailed knowledge and tools necessary to harness the potential of GenAI for your legal practice.
	Recorded on 16 July 2024
	Nick Abrahams, Global Co-Leader, Digital Transformation Practice, Norton Rose Fulbright

GenAI for Lawyers: What’s Working, What’s Not and What’s Next – live webinar

1 CPD units

Non-Member $0.00

Member $0.00

Friday, 17 October 2025
1 CPD Units Online

11:00 AM 12:00 PM


	Artificial intelligence is transforming legal practice, with many law firms and in-house teams already piloting AI tools. For lawyers, the challenge is separating hype from reality and learning how to use AI safely and effectively. Key takeaways: Where AI is already delivering real productivity gains for lawyers. Common pitfalls and why some AI deployments fail to deliver. Key risks around confidentiality, accuracy, and client expectations. Practical strategies to build AI capability in legal teams. The key human skills lawyers will need to survive the AI revolution. This course is offered complimentary to the legal profession.
	Nick Abrahams, Global Co-leader, Digital Transformation Practice, Norton Rose Fulbright

Humanist practice in the world of AI: Mandatory rule 6.1 – live webinar

3 CPD units

Non-Member $395.00

Member $280.00

Wednesday 12 November 2025
3 CPD Units Online

9:00 AM 12:15 PM


	Hear from legal experts in this live online course about managing the issues around using technology in legal practice. Earn three CPD units. Humanist practice in a digital world: Legal design for happier clients - Deborah Hook Do you feel overwhelmed by information these days? Do you feel like the world is getting more complex and the pace of change is getting faster? Well, your clients feel this way too! Making your advice and support simple, accessible, and engaging to the broadest possible audience helps others to understand and apply it. In this practical and engaging session, we will teach you the basics of to apply the ‘tried and true’ techniques of design to the world of law, to make legal systems and services more human-centered, usable, and satisfying. It will give your work real impact and make your clients love you. Best of all – it’s free to learn and apply and no new technology is required. Ethical scenarios for digital legal practice - Paul Monaghan, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Law Society of NSW This ethics session will present common scenarios in digital legal practice, with a focus on: An overview of the ethical and regulatory frameworks for legal practice. Duties to the Court, the client and the profession, in the context of digital practice. Meeting AI and ethical obligations in practice and in Court proceedings. Dealing with common conflicts and resolving them. Ensuring proper use of AI & compliance with Practice Notes released by the Courts – Carol Prasad, Professional Support Solicitor, Law Society of NSW This session will guide you in: Understanding the role of AI in legal practice. Identifying key risks when using AI in Court matters. Developing practical strategies for compliance. For Mandatory rule 6.1 courses 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 three (3) of the mandatory areas: (a) ethics and professional responsibility; (b) practice management and business skills; and (c) professional skills.
	Deborah Hook, Director, Legal Operations, The University of Sydney Paul Monaghan, Senior Ethics Solicitor, The Law Society of NSW Carol Prasad, Professional Support Solicitor, The Law Society of NSW

In-house induction day – live webinar (November 2025)

5.5 CPD units

Non-Member $535.00

Member $0.00

Tuesday, 11 November 2025
5.5 CPD Units Live webinar

9:00 AM 4:30 PM

	The transition into an in-house role presents an exciting opportunity to develop new skills and change the way you practice law. As with every change, while you embrace the opportunities, you might also face some challenges. You will hear from senior Law Society solicitors who will explore some of the ethical challenges in-house lawyers face and discuss the important issues of confidentiality and privilege. You will also hear from experienced General Counsel, legal operations and well-being experts who will give you some practical guidance and tips on how to successfully navigate the transition to ensure you have the foundations to forge a rewarding and successful in-house career. This exclusive program will be offered online.
	Lisa Goodman, Chapter Lead & Senior Enterprise Lawyer, Telstra Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, The Law Society of New South Wales Nick Satouris, Professional Support Solicitor, Law Society of NSW Linda-Rose Daya, Head of Legal Project Management and Design, Gilbert + Tobin Glenn Dennett, Principal, Glenn Dennett + Associates

Key developments and skills for civil litigators: Mandatory rule 6.1 – on-demand recording

4 CPD units

Non-Member $520.00

Member $365.00

3 CPD Unit On-demand recording



	This session was recorded on 20 March 2024 as part of the Key developments and skills for civil litigators: Mandatory rule 6.1 – live webinar. Hear from legal experts in this live online course as they discuss some of the current issues faced by civil litigators, while earning four CPD units. Topics include: Legal ethics – Paul Monaghan, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW In this session Paul Monaghan will consider ethical issues and scenarios relevant to civil litigators. Best practices in billing and responding to cost enquiries – Nick Satouris, Professional Support Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW This session will cover costs considerations and practices including disclosure, agreements, assessments, and billing. Electronic witnessing and execution of legal instruments – Tim Masters, Senior Associate, Piper Alderman This session will cover the current legislative requirements for electronic execution and remote witnessing of legal documents such as wills, enduring powers of attorney, appointments of enduring guardian, affidavits, statutory declarations, deeds and contracts. In this session you will learn: The impact of legislation created under Covid-19 on the changes to practices of electronic signing and remote witnessing. The relevant sections of the Electronic Transactions Act 2000 (NSW) and the Conveyancing Act 1919 (NSW) with respect to electronic execution in NSW, and the interaction of those sections with execution requirements set out under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth). Acceptable forms of “Remote witnessing” and practices that should be avoided. Legislative differences between NSW and other jurisdictions and the differing requirements for electronic signing and remote witnessing for commonly encountered legal documents such as wills and deeds.
	Recorded on 20 March 2024
	Paul Monaghan, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW Nick Satouris, Professional Support Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW Tim Masters, Senior Associate, Piper Alderman

Local Court Advocacy - from court craft to etiquette: An open forum - recorded webinar

1 CPD units

Non-Member $35.00

Member $0.00

1 CPD Unit Recorded webinar



	Two years into the Covid-19 pandemic in Australia, online courts appear here to stay. Join Deputy Chief Magistrate Tsavdaridis for an open forum on Local Court Advocacy. Topics covered include court craft as well as online court etiquette. 78188
	Recorded on 12 May 2022
	Deputy Chief Magistrate Theo Tsavdaridis, Local Court of NSW

Meaning, unlike beauty, is not in the eyes of the beholder: Bazzi and the ordinary reasonable social media user – On-demand recording

1 CPD units

Non-Member $155.00

Member $110.00

1 CPD Unit On-demand recording


	Online
	This recorded webinar was originally captured during the Specialist Accreditation conference 2022 – Personal Injury stream. This session covers the recent changes and proposed changes to defamation law in Australia, including an analysis of some recent cases. Stewart O’Connell also discusses how these developments impact the social media user, as well as how these changes impact the way the legal practitioner represents the social media user. 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. Viewers are advised that this content contains graphic language and details that some may find distressing, including references to sexual offences and violence. Please 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
	Stewart O'Connell, Senior Solicitor, O'Brien Criminal & Civil Solicitors

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) for the Australian legal profession: November – online workshop

5 CPD units

Non-Member $305.00

Member $215.00

Wednesday 11 & 12 November 2025
5 CPD Units live online workshop

9:00 AM 12:00 PM

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	This course will be delivered entirely online in two components: eLearning – this is self-paced and will take approximately 5 -7 hours to complete. We recommend that you allow sufficient time to complete the eLearning. Please note, the eLearning must be completed in full prior to attending the instructor-led sessions. Instructor-led session – this consists of two 3-hour (including breaks) instructor-led sessions delivered live online on the dates above. Based on the concept of physical first aid, mental health first aid refers to the support provided before professional help is received. This may be when a person is first developing a mental health problem, when the person is experiencing a worsening of an existing mental health problem, or when a person is in a crisis situation. In this informative and practical course designed for the Australian legal workplace context, participants will learn: About the signs and symptoms of common and disabling mental health problems in the legal profession. How to provide initial help and have supportive conversations. Where and how to get professional help. What sort of help has been shown by research to be effective. How to provide mental health first aid in a crisis situation using a practical, evidenced-based action plan. This evidence-based award-winning course is based on guidelines developed through the expert consensus of people with lived experience of mental health problems and professionals. Mental Health First Aid is an award-winning program and is included in SAMHSA’s National Registry of Evidenced-Based Programs and Practices. Participants who complete this training are eligible to complete an online Accreditation Assessment in order to receive a Mental Health First Aider Certificate of Accreditation valid for 3 years. Please note that participant numbers for this course are limited, due to the nature of the content covered and the interactive format of the workshops. We will be announcing new course dates soon.
	Anna Fischer, Welling Manager, The Law Society of New South Wales

Negotiating a lease proposal – recorded webinar

1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00

Member $105.00

1 CPD Unit Recorded webinar


	Online
	This session was recorded on 14 March 2023 as part of the Property Law: One day intensive – live webinar. This session will review case law and cover: how a lease proposal or Heads of Agreement documents the proposed commercial terms for a lease as well as the process and timeframes for negotiating and finalising the lease documentation; when lease proposals bind the parties in the context of being generally framed as non-binding and “subject to contract”, with only certain provisions being expressed to be binding on the parties; how effective lease proposals are in preserving a party’s right to withdraw from a transaction; key terms, non-binding and binding provisions; and how to make a lease proposal “Subject to Contract”.
	Recorded on 14 March 2023
	Leisha de Aboitiz, Partner, Massons Joseph Consalvi, Senior Associate, Massons

Networking exposed! How to network without fear and reap the rewards – 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. As our lives return to normal, the opportunities to develop and grow our networks are back. As young lawyers, it's possible that many of you have had only a few opportunities to network or experience its value. In this very practical and engaging session, we will: focus on strategies to help you to feel more comfortable and confident to network in a range of situations and with a diverse range of people; help you to prepare effectively for networking contexts; discuss practical techniques you can use to generate the right impressions and create valuable and sustainable connections. This highly practical session is being delivered by Lisa Butler, Managing Director of The Talea Group and author of "Networking exposed: Discover the secrets of business networking" (3rd ed).
	Recorded on 18 March 2023
	Lisa Butler, Managing Director, The Talea Group

New South Wales Revenue Law: the Big Picture – 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. Commissioner Smythe will give the keynote presentation, considering: the NSW State tax ecosystem in context – how do the pieces fit together? specific taxes and tax policy from the perspective of “why”?; and the 2022 changes to the Taxation Administration Act 1996 (NSW) and Duties Act 1997 (NSW), using examples to address the policy underpinnings and practical consequences of the amendments.
	Recorded on 24 February 2023
	Cullen Smythe, Commissioner of State Revenue, Revenue NSW

Full - Practice essentials for government lawyers: Mandatory rule 6.1 – live webinar

No sessions currently available

3 CPD units

Wednesday, 26 February 2025

3 CPD Units Live webinar

10:00 AM 1:15 PM

	Hear from legal experts in this live online course as they discuss some of the current issues faced by government legal practitioners, while earning four CPD units. Topics include: Procuring, delivering and maintaining public infrastructure and services in NSW: Key legal principles and cases – Christine Lithgow, Principal, Christine Lithgow & Associates This session will provide an overview of the principles for managing the full procurement life cycle, including ensuring sustainability. Case law will inform the discussion. Confidentiality of government information in legal proceedings: Legal professional privilege and public interest immunity – Michael Rennie, Barrister, Level 6 St James Hall Perhaps the two primary mechanisms for maintaining the confidentiality of government information in litigation are claims for public interest immunity and claims of client legal privilege (or legal professional privilege). As such, knowledge of these procedures is an essential part of a government lawyer’s skillset. Both are substantive subjects worth their own in-depth examination. This paper will provide a brief refresher course on both topics, the mechanisms of asserting either form of privilege claim, and the extent to which LPP and PII can sometimes overlap. Ethics for government lawyers – Paul Monaghan, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Law Society of NSW This session will examine ethical aspects of duties to the Court, the client and the profession, with specific application to government lawyers. Practitioners should inform themselves of Rule 6.1 of the Legal Profession Uniform Coninuing 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.
	Christine Lithgow, Principal, Christine Lithgow & Associates Michael Rennie, Barrister, 6 St James Hall Chambers Paul Monaghan, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Law Society of NSW

Practice management course: November 2025 – online

10 CPD units

Non-Member $1800.00

Member $1590.00

Monday 17, Tuesday 18 & Wednesday 19 November 2025
10 CPD Units Online

9:00 AM 5:30 PM

	Note: The Law Society of NSW will be delivering this Practice Management Course entirely online. Some subjects will include online work that either should be completed in advance, which will be made available via the online portal on 3 November 2025. Course brochure - view here. Are you looking to start your own legal practice? Maybe you plan on joining an already successful practice as its newest principal? There are a few things you need to know first. Register for our Practice Management Course and gain the skills you need to succeed as a principal lawyer running a profitable practice. You will be taught how to lead your people and run an efficient and cost-effective practice by employing business management skills and quality systems. Our experienced facilitators will give you the tools you need to provide the highest quality services to clients, to engage your employees and run a successful practice for years to come. In NSW, lawyers who want to become the principal of a legal practice must undertake a legal practice management course to have Condition 3 removed from their practising certificate.This course fulfils this requirement. Topics covered include: finance essentials and taxation strategies pricing your services and billing the client avoiding pitfalls in trust money and trust records leadership and management techniques hiring and training reliable staff managing risk business planning marketing methods to grow your business attracting and retaining clients ethics and responsibility Online learning portal opens 3 November 2025. Proudly sponsored by
	PMC PMC23

Practice management course: October 2025 – blended

10 CPD units

Non-Member $1800.00

Member $1590.00

Wednesday 29, Thursday 30 & Friday 31 October 2025
10 CPD Units Blended


	Pre-work – Online Three workshop days – The Law Society of New South Wales, 170 Phillip Street, Sydney NSW 2000 Self guided learning – Online
	Note: The Law Society of NSW will be delivering this Practice Management Course in person at The Law Society. Some subjects will include online work to be completed in advance, approximately 5.5 hours. This will be made available via the online portal on 6 October 2025. Are you looking to start your own legal practice? Maybe you plan on joining an already successful practice as its newest principal? There are a few things you need to know first. In NSW, lawyers who want to become the principal of a legal practice must undertake a legal practice management course to have Condition 3 removed from their practising certificate. Our Practice Management Course fulfils this requirement. Register for this course and gain the skills you need to succeed as a principal lawyer running a profitable practice. You will be taught how to lead your people and run an efficient and cost-effective practice by employing business management skills and quality systems. Our experienced facilitators will give you the tools you need to provide the highest quality services to clients, engage your employees, and run a successful practice for years to come. Topics covered include: finance essentials and taxation strategies pricing your services and billing the client avoiding pitfalls in trust money and trust records leadership and management techniques, including self-leadership and stress management hiring and training reliable staff managing risk managing technology and innovation business planning marketing methods to grow your business attracting and retaining clients ethics and responsibility Online learning portal opens on 15 October 2025. Click here for the course brochure. Proudly sponsored by
	PMC23

Private equity transactions – On-demand recording

1 CPD units

Non-Member $155.00

Member $110.00

1 CPD Unit On-demand recording


	Online
	This videocast was originally captured during the Specialist Accreditation Conference 2022 - Business Law stream. In this session, Lee Horan covers pre-deal exclusivity in public transactions and also explores regulatory conditions in schemes of arrangement. Moreover, this presentation investigates the increasing complexity in structures used by private equity sponsors in public transactions, and provides guidance on warranty and indemnity (W&I) insurance in private equity transactions. Please note that not all questions asked by the live audience are clearly audible.
	Recorded on 4 August 2022
	Lee Horan, Partner, King & Wood Mallesons

Probate update: The new online uncontested probate and administration applications – on-demand recording

1.5 CPD units

Non-Member $35.00

Member $0.00

1.5 CPD Units Recorded webinar


	Online
	This session was recorded on 9 August 2023 as part of the Probate update: The new online uncontested probate and administration applications – live webinar. Hear from Rebel Kenna, Director and Prothonotary of the Supreme Court of NSW, and Richard Neal, Accredited Specialist in Wills & Estates Law, as they address the most common questions about the online application process and the practical impacts on solicitors. This webinar is essential for equipping you with the knowledge to navigate the new filing requirements with ease and efficiency.
	Recorded on 9 August 2023
	Rebel Kenna, Director & Prothonotary, Supreme Court of New South Wales Richard Neal, Partner, Teece Hodgson & Ward Solicitors
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Probate: 12 Months of online applications and digital grants – on-demand recording

1 CPD units

Non-Member $35.00

Member $0.00

1 CPD Unit On-demand recording



	This session was recorded on 27 June 2024 as part of the Probate: 12 Months of online applications and digital grants – live webinar. In this recorded webinar, hear from Senior Deputy Registrar Peter Onisforou, Supreme Court of New South Wales, as he discusses: Updates from the Registry Tips to obtain a grant on a Registrar’s first review: frequently raised requisitions Paper applications: complex probate and special grants of administration Enhancements to the online probate service
	Recorded on 27 June 2024
	Peter Onisforou, Senior Deputy Registrar, Supreme Court of New South Wales

Full - Problem solving strategies: Mandatory rule 6.1 – live webinar

No sessions currently available

3 CPD units

Wednesday 9 July 2025
3 CPD Units Online

9:00 AM 12:15 PM

	Hear from legal experts in this live online course about problem solving strategies for legal practitioners, and earn three CPD units. Creativity in legal problem solving – Verity White, Founder & Chief Contract Enthusiast, Checklist Legal Discover the power of modern legal design as a practical, creative problem-solving toolkit, and how to think differently about some of the profession’s most persistent issues. Test out your new problem-solving skills on issues that affect you. Learn from real client case studies from various industries. Key takeaways You will discover: The ways creative lawyers approach real-world legal challenges. Some simple, repeatable creative problem-solving tactics. How creative legal design thinking delivers sharper outcomes, improves efficiency, and fosters trust for all parties and systems. Ideas for improving clarity, collaboration, and client engagement. Applying the Conduct Rules to ethical problems – Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, The Law Society of NSW When you’re faced with ethical problems in the course of your legal practice, where can you go for guidance? Discover how the Conduct Rules can support you to find solutions. Risk management – Malcolm Heath, Practice Risk Manager, Lawcover This session will support you to address problems in your legal practice – both before and after they arise. Learn about your risk management obligations, and effective risk management strategies. A note from Lawcover: For principals of eligible law practices, this session will count as a Maintenance Event for the purposes of Lawcover’s ongoing Risk Management Education Program Premium Discount. For further information, visit *Premium Discounts* on the Lawcover website. 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 three (3) of the mandatory areas: (a) ethics and professional responsibility; (b) practice management and business skills; and (c) professional skills.
	Verity White, Founder & Chief Contract Enthusiast ,Checklist Law Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, The Law Society of NSW Malcolm Heath, Practice Risk Manager, Lawcover
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Property Law: One day intensive – on-demand recording

6 CPD units

Non-Member $980.00

Member $690.00

6 CPD Unit On-demand recording


	These session was recorded on 27 February 2025 as part of the Property Law: One day intensive - live webinar. Hear from legal experts in this live full-day online course specifically tailored to property lawyers that carries 6 CPD units. Experts specialising in this area will cover many of the issues that you might face in your day-to-day practice, and you will gain an expanded skill set and knowledge of the most current laws and cases. Topics include: Current Duties and Foreign Surcharge Issues – Andrew Rider, Barrister, Level 22 Chambers Join Andrew Rider for session discussion issues relating to current duties and foreign surcharge, such as: Recent legislative and administrative developments. Emerging duties risks from option transactions. Foreign purchasers and owners – hidden surcharge traps in plain sight. Managing off-the-plan sales contracts – Vanya Lozzi, Partner, Holding Redlich This session will provide insight into the duties for supporting clients who purchase property via an off-the-plan contract. Getting your practice ready for AML reforms – Carol Prasad, Professional Support Solicitor, Legal Regulation, Law Society of NSW In this anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing session Carol Prasad will discuss matters that a captured property lawyer will need to start thinking about to comply with obligations as part of AML reforms. At the end of this session, you will understand: The basics of money laundering and terrorism financing and AUSTRAC’s dual role as regulator and Financial Intelligence Unit. Some ways in which criminals can use real estate to launder money. What an AML risk assessment can look like and how to apply these measures to your practice. How to take stock of your current systems and processes to enable you to undertake a gap analysis. Legal ethics for property lawyers – Paul Monaghan, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Law Society of NSW This session will examine ethical aspects of duties to the Court, the client and the profession, with specific application to property lawyers. Retail and commercial leasing and recent cases and law reform – Gary Newton, Partner, HWL Ebsworth Lawyers This session will provide you with a selection of recent cases, and an overview of law reform over the past year. Strata law: What has changed in the past year? – David Knoll, Barrister, 9 Selborne Chambers This session will cover a selection of significant decisions, and examine the effects of recent legislation: The Strata Schemes Legislation Amendment Act 2024, in terms of its implementation of 31 recommendations from the 2021 statutory review of the Strata Schemes Development Act 2015 and the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015. The amendments to the Community Land Management Act 2021 and Community Land Management Regulations 2021. The Strata Managing Agents Legislation Amendment Act 2024, which provides a new legislative regime for disclosure and reporting by strata managing agents.
	Recorded on 27 February 2025
	Andrew Rider, Barrister, Level 22 Chambers Vanya Lozzi, Partner, Holding Redlich Carol Prasad, Professional Support Solicitor, Legal Regulation, Law Society of NSW Paul Monaghan, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Law Society of NSW Gary Newton, Partner, HWL Ebsworth Lawyers David Knoll, Barrister, 9 Selborne Chambers

Rome wasn't built in a day: Creating meaningful impact through your brand – on-demand recording

0.75 CPD units

Non-Member $130.00

Member $95.00

.75 CPD Units On-demand recording



	Building a brand may seem like the domain of an online influencer peddling coconut water or activewear. Yet for many sole practitioners and small firms, building a recognised and trusted business is a necessary part of practice. This session will focus on How to work with a designer or an agency to create a website Identifying a social media and online identity that feels true to you Tips and wisdom from branding experts and lawyers who have made it work for them 3 things you can learn from the entrepreneur space (… and why you should never have a gavel on your website) Please note that not all questions asked by the live audience are clearly audible. This session was recorded on Thursday 10 October 2024 as part of the Annual Conference 2024.
	Recorded on Thursday 10 October 2024
	James Needham, Co-founder + Brand and Research Director, Untangld Andrew Tiedt, Director and Principal, J Sutton Associates Rachel Zeng, Associate, Johnson Winter Slattery (Moderator) Sarah O'Carroll, Editor-in-Chief, Forbes Australia
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Setting aside financial agreements – videocast

1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00

Member $105.00

1 CPD Unit Videocast


	Online
	This videocast was originally captured during the Specialist Accreditation Conference 2022 - Family Law stream. In their presentation, Greg McNally SC and David Stewart discuss the key legislative requirements for a binding financial agreement and the recent case of Bachman & Donohoe [2021] in Division 1 of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia. This session will provide you with an understanding of the fundamental requirement of independent legal advice, the nature and quality of the legal advice required and the reliance on certificates of independent advice. It also covers issues relating to evidence of legal advisers in contested financial agreement matters. Please note that not all questions asked by the live audience are clearly audible. 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 4 August 2022
	Greg McNally, Barrister, Nine Wentworth Chambers David Stewart, Barrister, Nine Wentworth Chambers

Shall we collaborate, mediate, arbitrate, coordinate or litigate for our last tango? – on-demand recording

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1 CPD Unit On-demand recording



	Join us online as we consider the latest moves in dispute resolution in the family law arena, including: how to bring the voice of the child safely into the Mediation space; the uptake of the Arbitration of family law property matters, and some leading cases; and the emerging practice of Parenting Co-ordination as an alternative to court proceedings. This session will contemplate ways in which the various dispute resolution options and processes can be utilised to achieve the best outcome for families after a relationship breakdown. Pencil this session into your dance card. This session was recorded as part of the Specialist Accreditation Conference 2024. 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.
	Recorded on 16 August 2024
	Maurice Edwards, Special Counsel, Rafton Family Lawyers
	Spec Acc Conf 2024 - Family