LawInform Courses

Movements in the legal industry

1 CPD units

1 CPD Units Online

	Knowledge area: Practice management and business skills
	The business of law is changing. Many market elements are moving at the same time. In this module you will learn the following: What is the difference between a business and a legal profession; Business Development; Who is competing with you for your lunch today; and Something to consider in order to remain on the winning side
	Online
	Ivan Rasic

Nonverbal communication

0.25 CPD units

0.25 CPD Units Online

Good communication is the foundation of any relationship, including our professional relationships. It’s certainly true we communicate all day long, both with and without words. In fact, the majority of messages we give are nonverbal. This includes our body language, facial expressions, gestures, and eye contact. In any work situation, the ability to understand and use nonverbal communication is a necessary skill. It can help you build relationships with others, express your thoughts clearly, and help you navigate difficult or challenging situations.

This course will help you begin to strengthen your nonverbal actions by evaluating ten communication events. This evaluation period will give you an idea of what you’re doing well and what you need to improve. In addition, by paying attention to your nonverbal behaviours, you’ll be more conscious of what you’re doing, and as a result will naturally start to develop your capabilities. By completing this course, you will be able to monitor and improve your nonverbal communication actions.

Online

Notional estates

1.5 CPD units

1.5 CPD Unit Videocast

	The notional estate provisions of the Succession Act confer powers on the Court that enable it to nullify attempts by a deceased to frustrate family provision claims. They have been in force for over 33 years, yet there remains a need for guidance as to the way a potential notional estate claim can be evaluated. This presentation examines the legislation and the way it has been applied. The objective is to facilitate a better understanding of the provisions and their likely application, especially in novel or seldom trodden circumstances.
	Online
	Recorded on 20 March 2018
	Darryl Browne, Principal, Browne Linkenbagh Legal Services

Online wills & probate for support staff

Various dates
Online

	To receive notifications of course dates please register your expression of interest here. This beginner level course aims to provide you with general knowledge and skills in the administrative procedures in the area of Wills and Probate. Please note that your firm may have different procedures in some aspects of completing a Will or Probate and therefore, your firm’s procedures should be followed accordingly. This course has a set start and end date over a four week period and is designed to be completed sequentially on a weekly schedule. The units for this course will follow key administrative steps that are required to prepare and file documents, letters and forms for a typical Wills and Probate matter. You will also work through a case scenario throughout the duration of this course.
	Online
	By the end of the course you will be able to: Create a client file Identify commonly used terms Draft a Will Understand the steps in executing a Will Draft a Power of Attorney Obtain necessary documents to enable a Probate Application to be lodged Draft Probate documents Compile an Inventory of Property Calculate Probate costs Understand steps in the administration of an estate Complete the distribution of an estate
	Larry Noble

Overcoming Unconscious Bias in the Workplace

0.5 CPD units

0.5 CPD Units Online

	Knowledge area: Professional Skills
	It's not just individuals who face unconscious biases in the workplace; teams and organisations can also operate with shared institutionalised biases. Ensuring a diverse workplace requires seeing past these biases. In this course, you'll learn about the process of overcoming organisational biases and how to function as an inclusive leader. You'll also learn specific tactics for combating unconscious biases in the workplace.
	Online
	Mar 2018

Overview of the new CTP scheme

1 CPD units

1 CPD Unit Videocast

	The Motor Accident Injuries Bill 2017 (NSW) was passed by New South Wales Parliament on 30 March 2017 and was assented to on 4 April 2017. The Bill introduces a new NSW Compulsory-Third Party (‘CTP’) Accidents Scheme which replaces the scheme under the Motor Accidents Compensation Act 1999 (NSW). It is anticipated that the Motor Accident Injuries Act 2017 (NSW) (‘the Act’) will commence on or about 1 December 2017. It will only apply to motor accidents occurring after its commencement. So what does this mean for you and your clients?
	Online
	This informative seminar will unpack the following: Critical features of the Motor Accidents Injuries Act 2017 The Motor Accident Amendment Regulation 2017 and Motor Accidents Guidelines 2017 Practical tips for operating legal practice under new CTP scheme How will the new Dispute Resolution System work?
	Recorded on 21 February 2018
	Tim Concannon, Partner, Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers

Personal Injury - A psychiatric perspective on personal injury assessments

1 CPD units

1 CPD Unit Videocast


	Online
	This pre-recorded webinar was originally presented as part of Specialist Accreditation Week 2020 In this informative session, Dr Patricia Jungfer provides a psychiatrists insight in assessments for personal injury claims. Topcis covered include the medical concept of causation and how it differs from the legal concept of causation, common psychiatric disorders, diagnostic challenges and an understanding of how psychiatrists determine if there is a psychiatric disorder, and reaching a determination of stabilisation. Dr Jungfer also considers the essentials in a psychiatric independent medical examiner (IME) report, as well as the best way to work with and instruct IMEs. Proudly sponsored by:
	Recorded on 25 November 2020
	Dr Patricia Jungfer, Psychiatrist, MBBS (Hons), MM, FRANZCP

Personal Injury - Annual case review

1 CPD units

1 CPD Unit Videocast


	Online
	This pre-recorded webinar was originally presented as part of Specialist Accreditation Week 2020 In this session Dr Andrew Morrison SC will examine recent relevant personal injury cases from both Australia and other common law jurisdictions. The cases cover a wide range of legal issues and case types, including aviation claims, institutional abuse, occupiers liability, vicarious liability, sporting injuries and many more. Proudly sponsored by:
	Recorded on 25 November 2020
	Dr Andrew Morrison SC, Barrister, Wardell Chambers

Personal Injury - CTP update: income loss benefits

1 CPD units

1 CPD Unit Videocast


	Online
	This pre-recorded webinar was originally presented as part of Specialist Accreditation Week 2020 Join barrister, Sarah Warren, for an in-depth seminar on income loss benefits in CTP claims. During the course of the seminar you will hear about the legislative framework for economic loss in CTP claims, statutory benefits under the 2017 scheme and damage claims under the 1999 and 2017 schemes. The seminar will also examine a number of issues, such as the meaning of “loss of earnings”, the calculation of pre-accident weekly earnings as well as post-accident earning capacity, and restrictions on statutory benefits. Proudly sponsored by:
	Recorded on 25 November 2020
	Sarah Warren, Barrister, 9 Windeyer Chambers

Personal Injury - Issues arising from virtual litigation proceedings and dispute resolution processes

1 CPD units

1 CPD Unit Videocast


	Online
	This pre-recorded webinar was originally presented as part of Specialist Accreditation Week 2020 Join Nicole Compton, barrister, for a session on virtual litigation and dispute resolution. This session covers topics such as online courtroom etiquette, preparation of e-briefs and court books, best practice ahead of an online appearance and the importance of communicating with and managing clients and witnesses, particularly as there is the potential for an increased sense of disconnect from the judicial process in a virtual environment. Proudly sponsored by:
	Recorded on 25 November 2020
	Nicole Compton, Barrister, Sir James Martin Chambers

Personal Injury - Legal ethical scenarios in personal injury matters

1 CPD units

1 CPD Unit Videocast


	Online
	This pre-recorded webinar was originally presented as part of Specialist Accreditation Week 2020 Does your client want to hide a pre-existing injury? Can you make a “final offer” knowing that it isn’t final? Do you rise when the judge enters online court? Join Linden as she explores these and other ethical dilemmas in personal injury law. Proudly sponsored by:
	Recorded on 25 November 2020
	Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, The Law Society of New South Wales

Personal Injury - Panel session: Personal Injury Commission Act 2020

1 CPD units

1 CPD Unit Videocast


	Online
	This pre-recorded webinar was originally presented as part of Specialist Accreditation Week 2020 Join us for a panel session examining the imminent commencement of the Personal Injury Commission and its impact on practitioners. Hear from President, His Honour Judge Gerald Phillips, and Division Heads, Rod Parsons and Marie Johns, as they discuss the background and structure of the Commission, anticipated practice and procedure, as well as challenges and aspirations for what the future of the Commission may hold. Proudly sponsored by:
	Recorded on 25 November 2020
	Moderator: Ian Jones, Partner, Sparke Helmore Lawyers Panellists: His Honour Judge Gerard Phillips, President, Personal Injury Commission Marie Johns, Division Head Motor Accidents Division, Personal Injury Commission Rodney Parsons, Division Head Workers Compensation Division, Personal Injury Commission

Personal Injury - Recent developments in medical negligence

1 CPD units

1 CPD Unit Videocast


	Online
	This pre-recorded webinar was originally presented as part of Specialist Accreditation Week 2020 Medical litigation review: Procedural and interlocutory developments Duty and breach trends Causation uncertainties Wrongful birth claim issues Proudly sponsored by:
	Recorded on 25 November 2020
	Bill Madden*, Special Counsel, Carroll & O'Dea Lawyers Richard O'Keefe, Barrister, Maurice Byers Chambers

Personal Injury - Workers compensation developments in response to COVID-19

1 CPD units

1 CPD Unit Videocast


	Online
	This pre-recorded webinar was originally presented as part of Specialist Accreditation Week 2020 COVID-19 has impacted every aspect of the New South Wales workers compensation system since the 1st public health order in March 2020. The pandemic has provided an opportunity for innovative and responsive changes to lessen or ameliorate the impact of the pandemic on injured workers, insurers and employers. This session will discuss changes or developments in the regulatory environment, legislation and practice in response to COVID-19 and will consider ‘what next’. Proudly sponsored by:
	Recorded on 25 November 2020
	Roshana May, Director, Independent Legal Assistance & Review Service (ILARS)

Personal Injury- Recent changes to defamation law

1 CPD units

1 CPD Unit Videocast


	Online
	This pre-recorded webinar was originally presented as part of Specialist Accreditation Week 2020 The NSW government has passed the Defamation Amendment Bill 2020, making the biggest changes to the law in this area for more than a decade. This talk will focus on those changes, including: The new “serious harm” requirement; The recasting of concerns notice and offer to make amends requirements; The change to the limitation period extension rules, including in the context of social media publications; The new defence of publication of matter concerning an issue of public interest; The new defence for scientific or academic publications; The overturning of the Rebel Wilson damages exception. Other changes will be briefly noted, including to the contextual truth defence, the (old) defence of statutory qualified privilege and to the defence of honest opinion. In addition recent decisions of interest will be noted, including in relation to social media and social media platforms. Proudly sponsored by:
	Recorded on 25 November 2020
	Kieran Smark SC, Barrister, 5 Wentworth Chambers

Persuasive messaging - videocast

0.75 CPD units

0.75 CPD Unit Videocast


	Online
	In this videocast, communication expert Duncan Young will show you how to make verbal presentations and messaging persuasive. Duncan will explain what makes communication engaging and compelling, what can detract from your message, and how to use storytelling to enliven your presentations.
	Recorded on 20 March 2020
	Duncan Young, Director, Duncan Young Consulting

Pitching my practice

1 CPD units

1 CPD Unit Videocast

	Pitching your Practice - it can sound a little daunting, while some may say it is not professional. Join Ray to get equipped with the right skill set and mindset to make pitching both successful and enjoyable.
	Online
	Recorded on 15 February 2018
	Ray Hartley, Director, Shared Conversations

Planning and leading a virtual meeting

0.75 CPD units

0.75 CPD Units Online

This course is designed to provide you with the tools you need to plan and lead a virtual meeting.

The following topics will be covered:

Planning a Virtual Meeting
Leading a Virtual Meeting
The Pitfalls of Web-Based Meetings

You can find the full description for each module here.

Online

Practical aspects of ethics: duties, conflicts and issues - videocast

1 CPD units

1 CPD Unit Videocast


	Online
	Ethics and professional responsibility component of Mandatory rule 6.1 on 5 December 2019 including the following topics: Regulatory environment Duties and obligations Dealing with Court, other solicitors and parties Examples: conflicts, witnesses, instructions, problems, complaints
	Recorded on 05 December 2019
	Paul Monaghan, Senior Ethics Solicitor, The Law Society of New South Wales

Practice and risk management systems - videocast

1 CPD units

1 CPD Units Videocast

Practice and risk management systems

Discuss the 10 objectives that are considered to be fundamental to ensuring compliance with the Uniform Law and solicitors’ professional obligations
How we communicate affects our relationships with clients either positively or negatively – you will hear simple and cost effective tools you can implement in your practice now to build positive relationships with your clients
Are you supervising as you should – top tips for supervisors and supervised solicitors.

This recording was from the Practice management and business skills component of Mandatory rule 6.1 on 5 December 2019

Glenda Carry, Regulatory Compliance Solicitor, The Law Society of NSW

Practice Management Course

10 CPD units

19, 20 & 21 April 2021
10 CPD units Face-to-face and online

9:00 AM 5:30 PM
	Note: This three day course will be held face-to-face at the Law Society of New South Wales; 170 Phillips Street, Sydney NSW 2000. Some subjects will include online work that either should be completed in advance of the workshop days, which will be made available via the online portal on 5 April 2021 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 run an efficient and cost-effective practice by employing business management skills, quality systems, and leadership of your potential employees. 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.
	The Law Society of New South Wales, 170 Phillip Street, Sydney NSW 2000
	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 5 April 2021 Click here for course brochure.

Practice Management Course

10 CPD units

7, 14 & 21 May 2021
10 CPD units Face-to-face and Online

9:00 AM 5:30 PM
	Note: This three day course will be held face-to-face at the Law Society of New South Wales; 170 Phillips Street, Sydney NSW 2000. Some subjects will include online work that either should be completed in advance of the workshop days, which will be made available via the online portal on 23 April 2021. 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 run an efficient and cost-effective practice by employing business management skills, quality systems, and leadership of your potential employees. 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.
	The Law Society of New South Wales, 170 Phillip Street, Sydney NSW 2000
	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 23 April 2021. Click here for course brochure.

Practice Management Course

10 CPD units

11, 18 & 25 June 2021
10 CPD units Face-to-face and Online

9:00 AM 5:30 PM

Note: This three day course will be held face-to-face at the Law Society of New South Wales; 170 Phillips Street, Sydney NSW 2000. Some subjects will include online work that either should be completed in advance of the workshop days, which will be made available via the online portal on 28 May.

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 run an efficient and cost-effective practice by employing business management skills, quality systems, and leadership of your potential employees. 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 28 May 2021

Click here for course brochure.

Practice management course

10 CPD units

19, 20, 21July 2021
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 on5 July.

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 run an efficient and cost-effective practice by employing business management skills, quality systems, and leadership of your potential employees. 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 5 July 2021

Click here for course brochure.