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Wills and probate for solicitors

20 August to 16 September 2018
7 CPD Units Online

This 4 week introductory level, self directed, online course for solicitors covers the basic administrative procedures involved in writing a will, administration, probate and other estate matters.

Topics covered:

Introduction to Wills and Probate
Preparing a Will
Preparation of Power of Attorney
Gathering Information for the Application
Preparing Application for Grant of Probate
Receiving Grant of Probate
Administration of Estates
Distribution of Estate
Letters of Administration

This course is open to all solicitors with little to no experience in this area of law.

Approx. 3 - 4 hours per week is required for study. Regular weekly tasks are required for successful completion of this course. All course resources and content is accessible through the online student portal. No prior preparation is required before course commencement. Students will need to have access to reliable internet connection, latest version web browser (such as Chrome, Internet Explorer or Firefox), email program, word processing software, PDF reader/converter and a printer.

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Wills and probate procedures for solicitors (77015)

Conveyancing procedures for solicitors

27 August to 21 October 2018
7 CPD units Online

	This 8 week self directed, introductory level course covers the basic administrative procedures involved in the sale and purchase of NSW residential conveyancing matters.
	Online
	Topics covered: introduction to conveyancing the contract pre-exchange exchange of contracts post-exchange pre-settlement settlement day post-settlement This course is open to all solicitors with little to no experience in this area of law. Approx. 3 - 4 hours per week is required for study. Regular weekly tasks are required for successful completion of this course. All course resources and content is accessible through the online student portal. No prior preparation is required before course commencement. Students will need to have access to reliable internet connection, latest version web browser (such as Chrome, Internet Explorer or Firefox), email program, word processing software, PDF reader/converter and a printer.

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Conveyancing procedures for solicitors (77016)

Conveyancing procedures for support staff

3 September to 28 October 2018
Online

This 8 week self directed, introductory level course covers the basic administrative procedures involved in the sale and purchase of NSW residential conveyancing matters.

Topics covered:

introduction to conveyancing
the contract
pre-exchange
exchange of contracts
post-exchange
pre-settlement
settlement day
post-settlement

This course is open to all legal support staff and does not qualify you as a licensed conveyancer.

Approx. 3 - 4 hours per week is required for study. Regular weekly tasks are required for successful completion of this course. All course resources and content is accessible through the online student portal. No prior preparation is required before course commencement. Students will need to have access to reliable internet connection, latest version web browser (such as Chrome, Internet Explorer or Firefox), email program, word processing software, PDF reader/converter and a printer.

Important note: for solicitors undertaking online courses for support staff - please note that these courses are designed for paralegals and legal secretaries. They can be useful in learning the administrative skills and procedures involved in the area of law, however, no legal advice or information about solicitors responsibilities will be given in the course content. If you decide to go ahead with enrolling in this course, you will not be entitled to a refund or course transfer if you feel that the information given is too basic. For courses specific to solicitors, please see procedural courses marked "for solicitors".

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Conveyancing procedures for support staff (77017)

Conveyancing procedures - support staff

11 September 2018
Face-to-face

9:30 AM 4:30 PM
	This 1 day introductory program for support staff covers the basic administrative procedures involved in the purchase and sale of residential property in New South Wales. Topics covered: Introduction to Conveyancing Electronic Conveyancing Conveyancing Definitions Conveyancing - Private Treaty Preparation of the Contract Procedure Prior to Exchange Exchange Pre - Settlement Settlement Post Settlement Auction Sale.
	The Law Society of New South Wales, 170 Phillip Street, Sydney NSW 2000
	Larry Noble

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Conveyancing procedures for support staff (87147)

Family law fundamentals - solicitors

27 September 2018
6.5 CPD Units Face-to-face

09:00 AM 05:00 PM
	This course is designed for solicitors wishing to gain a practical understanding and overview of family law. This is an interactive course that explores the fundamental principles of family law and the administrative procedures and forms involved in conducting a family law matter.
	The Law Society of New South Wales, 170 Phillip Street, Sydney NSW 2000
	Introduction to Family Law Functions of the Court Divorce Alteration of Property Interests Financial Agreements Spousal Maintenance Family Dispute Resolution Parenting Matters Family Violence & Abuse Conducting a Family Law Case Reaching Agreement Commencing & Responding to Proceedings Court Events Subpoena Costs Child Support Case Scenarios
	Fiona Kirkman

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Family law fundamentals for solicitors (75215)

Conveyancing fundamentals - solicitors

2 & 3 October 2018
11 CPD Units Face-to-face

9:30 AM 4:30 PM
	This 2 day introductory program is specifically designed for solicitors wishing to gain a practical understanding of the administrative procedures involved in the purchase and sale of NSW residential conveyancing matters.
	The Law Society of New South Wales, 170 Phillip Street, Sydney NSW 2000
	Introduction to Conveyancing Electronic Conveyancing Conveyancing Definitions Conveyancing - Private Treaty Preparation of the Contract Procedure Prior to Exchange Exchange Pre - Settlement Settlement Post Settlement Auction Sale An overview will be given regarding: Other Titles Mortgages Leases Land Tax & Stamp Duty Personal Property Securities LPI Procedures Caveats Mortgagee Exercising Power of Sale Power of Attorney
	Larry Noble

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Conveyancing fundamentals for solicitors (75216)

Conveyancing procedures for solicitors

22 October to 9 December 2018
7 CPD units Online

	This 8 week self directed, introductory level course covers the basic administrative procedures involved in the sale and purchase of NSW residential conveyancing matters.
	Online
	Topics covered: introduction to conveyancing the contract pre-exchange exchange of contracts post-exchange pre-settlement settlement day post-settlement This course is open to all solicitors with little to no experience in this area of law. Approx. 3 - 4 hours per week is required for study. Regular weekly tasks are required for successful completion of this course. All course resources and content is accessible through the online student portal. No prior preparation is required before course commencement. Students will need to have access to reliable internet connection, latest version web browser (such as Chrome, Internet Explorer or Firefox), email program, word processing software, PDF reader/converter and a printer.

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Conveyancing procedures for solicitors (77018)

Family law procedures - support staff

25 October 2018
Face-to-face

9:30 AM 4:30 PM
	This one day introductory level course covers the basic administrative procedures involved when dealing with family law matters.
	The Law Society of New South Wales, 170 Phillip Street, Sydney NSW 2000
	Introduction to Family Law Functions of the Court Divorce Alteration of Property Interests Financial Agreements Spousal Maintenance Family Dispute Resolution Parenting Matters Family Violence & Abuse Reaching Agreement Commencing & Responding to Proceedings Court Events Subpoena Costs Child Support Case Scenarios
	Anne Arthur

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Family law procedures for support staff (87149)

Wills and probate for support staff

29 October to 25 November 2018
Online

This 4 week introductory level, self directed, online course for support staff covers the basic administrative procedures involved in writing a will, administration, probate and other estate matters.

Topics covered:

Introduction to Wills and Probate
Preparing a Will
Preparation of Power of Attorney
Gathering Information for the Application
Preparing Application for Grant of Probate
Receiving Grant of Probate
Administration of Estates
Distribution of Estate
Letters of Administration

This course is open to all support staff and does not qualify you to act in place of a solicitor.

Approx. 3 - 4 hours per week is required for study. Regular weekly tasks are required for successful completion of this course. All course resources and content is accessible through the online student portal. No prior preparation is required before course commencement. Students will need to have access to reliable internet connection, latest version web browser (such as Chrome, Internet Explorer or Firefox), email program, word processing software, PDF reader/converter and a printer.

Important note: for solicitors undertaking online courses for support staff - please note that these courses are designed for paralegals and legal secretaries. They can be useful in learning the administrative skills and procedures involved in the area of law, however, no legal advice or information about solicitors responsibilities will be given in the course content. If you decide to go ahead with enrolling in this course, you will not be entitled to a refund or course transfer if you feel that the information given is too basic. For courses specific to solicitors, please see procedural courses marked "for solicitors".

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Wills and probate procedures for support staff (77019)

Enduring powers of attorney masterclass

29 November 2018
4 CPD Units Face-to-face

9:00 AM 1:15 PM
	This half day masterclass is designed for solicitors wishing to gain a practical understanding of Enduring Powers of Attorney from three perspectives: The first is that of the Principal; The second is that of the Attorney and The third is that of a third party who deals with the Attorney.
	The Law Society of New South Wales, 170 Phillip Street, Sydney NSW 2000
	History of Powers of Attorney - especially in relation to an Attorney’s authority The Powers of Attorney Act 2003 The 2013 form for an Enduring Power of Attorney The Court of Appeal’s decision in Taheri - v - Vitek An Attorney’s authority from the perspective of a third party An Attorney’s authority from the perspective of an Attorney
	Darryl Browne, Principal, Browne Linkenbagh Legal Services

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Enduring powers of attorney masterclass (70361)

Conveyancing procedures - support staff

11 December 2018
Face-to-face

9:30 AM 4:30 PM
	This 1 day introductory program for support staff covers the basic administrative procedures involved in the purchase and sale of residential property in New South Wales. Topics covered: Introduction to Conveyancing Electronic Conveyancing Conveyancing Definitions Conveyancing - Private Treaty Preparation of the Contract Procedure Prior to Exchange Exchange Pre - Settlement Settlement Post Settlement Auction Sale.
	The Law Society of New South Wales, 170 Phillip Street, Sydney NSW 2000
	Larry Noble

Premium price: $405

Standard price: $405

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Conveyancing procedures for support staff (87150)