LawInform Courses

Back to the office - mandatory rule 6.1 - live webinar

3 CPD units

3 February 2022
3 CPD Units Online

9:00 AM 12:15 PM

	Hear from legal experts in this live online course as they discuss some of the current issues faced by legal practitioners, while earning three CPD units. 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. Sponsored by:
	Adriana Reina, Senior Associate, Gilchrist Connell Sarah Cook, Principal, Gilchrist Connell Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, The Law Society of NSW Dr Rosemary Howell, Chairman, Strategic Action Pty Ltd

Can artificial intelligence systems be 'inventors'? - live webinar

1.5 CPD units

17 March 2022
1.5 CPD Units Online

1:00 PM 2:30 PM

	Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the way we live, work and interact with each other. Innovation is at the core of the advances being made in AI technology and systems. But can these innovations be patented? In this session, we will cover the following topics which are key to answering this question: AI: What is it? Can an AI system be an inventor? Can AI inventions constitute “patentable subject matter”?
	Helen Macpherson, Partner, Baker Mackenzie

Contract law essentials - mandatory rule 6.1 - live webinar

4 CPD units

1 March 2022
4 CPD Units Online

9:00 AM 1:15 PM

	Hear from legal experts in this live online course as they discuss some of the current issues faced by legal practitioners, while earning four CPD units. 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. Proudly sponsored by
	Elicha Reitsma, Head of People & Capability, Coleman Greig Paul Monaghan, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW Sydney Jacobs, Barrister & Mediator, 13 Wentworth Sue Tomat, Director, GumLeafGreen

Conveyancing update - live webinar

3 CPD units

22 February 2022
3 CPD Units Online

9:00 AM 12:15 PM

	Join Legal Author and Presenter Tony Cahill who will take you through the latest developments in conveyancing, including: Issues arising from the cancellation of certificates of title and 100% eConveyancing Using the Dealing with Exception form The latest on interoperability Planning reform - the staged repeal of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2000 Defects in title and requisitions reviewed Community schemes reform COVID-19 and frustration of contract
	Tony Cahill, legal author, speaker and former solicitor

Core skills for criminal lawyers - mandatory rule 6.1 - live webinar

4 CPD units

24 February 2022
4 CPD Units Online

9:00 AM 12:15 PM

	Hear from legal experts in this live online course as they discuss some of the current issues faced by criminal legal practitioners, while earning four CPD units. 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. Proudly sponsored by
	Robert Spence, Sole practitioner, Integrity Criminal Legal Paul Monaghan, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW David Evenden, Solicitor, Legal Aid NSW Caroline Dobraszczyk, Barrister, Trust Chambers

Elder law, wills and probate - one day intensive - live webinar

6 CPD units

17 March 2022
6 CPD Units Online

9:00 AM 4:30 PM

	Join this full day intensive program specifically tailored to elder law, wills and estate planning practitioners. Experts specialising in this area will cover many of the thorny issues that you might face in your day to day practice. You will leave the day with knowledge of the most current laws and cases and an expanded skill set for driving the continued growth and success of your practice. This program complies with Rule 6.1 of the Legal Profession Uniform Continuing Professional Development (Solicitors) Rules 2015 under the Legal Profession Uniform Law requirements of Ethics and Professional Responsibility, Practice Management and Business Skills, Professional Skills, and Substantive Law. Full Program - Coming Soon
	Asheetha Jelliffe, Partner, Bridges Lawyers Jen McMillan, Manager, Practice Support Services, Lawcover Arthur Koumoukelis, Partner, Notary Public, Thomson Geer Yvette Gasic, Practice Manager, Clayton Utz Timothy Morton, Estates Director, Farrar Gesini Dunn Paul Monaghan, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW

Essentials for civil litigators - mandatory rule 6.1 - live webinar

4 CPD units

16 February 2022
4 CPD Units Online

9:00 AM 1:15 PM

	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. 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. Proudly sponsored by
	Duncan Young, Director, Duncan Young Consulting Sarah Warren, Barrister, 9th Floor Windeyer Chambers Anthony Fillbrook, Practice Manager, PW Lawyers Paul Monaghan, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW

Essentials for commercial lawyers - mandatory rule 6.1 - live webinar

4 CPD units

15 March 2022
4 CPD Units Online

9:00 AM 1:15 PM

	Hear from legal experts in this live online course as they discuss some of the current issues faced by commercial legal practitioners, while earning four CPD units. 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. Proudly sponsored by
	Albert Jacian, Practice Manager/Lawyer, Fox & Staniland Lawyers Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW Sue Tomat, Director, GumLeafGreen Elias Yamine, Legal Practitioner Director, ESY Lawyers

Essentials for lawyers - mandatory rule 6.1 - live webinar

3 CPD units

14 February 2022
3 CPD Units Online

1:00 PM 4:15 PM

	Hear from legal experts in this live online course as they discuss some of the current issues faced by legal practitioners, while earning three CPD units. 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. Proudly sponsored by
	Richard Prangell, Director, Viridian Lawyers Duncan Young, Director, Duncan Young Consulting Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, The Law Society of NSW

Essentials for lawyers - mandatory rule 6.1 - live webinar

3 CPD units

3 March 2022
3 CPD Units Online

9:00 AM 12:15 PM

	Hear from legal experts in this live online course as they discuss some of the current issues faced by legal practitioners, while earning three CPD units. 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. Proudly sponsored by
	Lisa Butler, Managing Director, The Talea Group Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW Peter Dombkins, Director, NewLaw, PwC Australia, Adj. Assoc. Professor, UNSW Faculty of Law

Essentials for lawyers - mandatory rule 6.1 - live webinar

3 CPD units

18 March 2022
3 CPD Units Online

9:00 AM 12:15 PM

	Hear from legal experts in this live online course as they discuss some of the current issues faced by legal practitioners, while earning three CPD units. 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. Proudly sponsored by
	Caryn Sandler, Partner + Chief Knowledge and Innovation Officer, Gilbert + Tobin Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW Alistair Marshall, Director, Professional Services Business Development

Essentials for lawyers - mandatory rule 6.1 - live webinar

3 CPD units

22 March 2022
3 CPD Units Online

9:00 AM 12:15 PM

	Hear from legal experts in this live online course as they discuss some of the current issues faced by legal practitioners, while earning three CPD units. 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. Proudly sponsored by
	Joe Rose, Principal Solicitor, Rose Legal Costing Paul Monaghan, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW Alistair Marshall, Director, Professional Services Business Development

Essentials for lawyers - mandatory rule 6.1 - live webinar

3 CPD units

29 March 2022
3 CPD Units Online

1:00 PM 4:15 PM

	Hear from legal experts in this live online course as they discuss some of the current issues faced by legal practitioners, while earning three CPD units. 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. Proudly sponsored by
	Sue-ella Prodonovich, Principal, Prodonovich Advisory Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW Alistair Marshall, Director, Professional Services Business Development

Essentials for lawyers - mandatory rule 6.1 - live webinar

3 CPD units

31 March 2022
3 CPD Units Online

9:00 AM 12:15 PM

	Hear from legal experts in this live online course as they discuss some of the current issues faced by legal practitioners, while earning three CPD units. 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. Proudly sponsored by
	Frances Moffitt, Regulatory Compliance Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW Paul Monaghan, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW Alistair Marshall, Director, Professional Services Business Development

Flying solo: must have tips for sole practitioners - mandatory rule 6.1 - live webinar

3 CPD units

8 February 2022
3 CPD Units Online

3:00 PM 6:15 PM

	Hear from legal experts as they discuss some of the current issues faced by small law or sole practitioners, while earning three CPD units. 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. Proudly sponsored by
	Frances, Moffitt, Regulatory Compliance Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW Commissioner John McKenzie, Office of the Legal Services Commission Daniel Wakim, Managing Partner, Daniel Wakim Lawyers

Flying solo: must have tips for sole practitioners - mandatory rule 6.1 - live webinar

3 CPD units

23 March 2022
3 CPD Units Online

9:00 AM 12:15 PM

	Hear from legal experts as they discuss some of the current issues faced by small law or sole practitioners, while earning three CPD units. 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. Proudly sponsored by
	Frances, Moffitt, Regulatory Compliance Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW Daniel Wakim, Managing Partner, Daniel Wakim Lawyers

Great tips for Government solicitors - mandatory rule 6.1 - live webinar

4 CPD units

16 March 2022
4 CPD Units Online

9:00 AM 1:15 PM

	Hear from legal experts in this live online course as they discuss some of the current issues faced by legal practitioners, while earning four CPD units. 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. Proudly sponsored by
	Commissioner John McKenzie, Legal Services Commissioner of NSW Frances Moffitt, Regulatory Compliance Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW Dr Rosemary Howell, Chairman, Strategic Action Pty ltd Amanda Sapienza, Forthcoming Reader, Level 22 Chambers and Formerly Senior Solicitor, Crown Solicitor's Office

Handy hints for in-house lawyers - mandatory rule 6.1 - live webinar

4 CPD units

10 February 2022
4 CPD Units Online

9:00 AM 1:15 PM

	Hear from legal experts in this live online course as they discuss some of the current issues faced by in-house legal practitioners, while earning four CPD units. 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. Proudly sponsored by
	Frances, Moffitt, Regulatory Compliance Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, The Law Society of NSW Amber Cerny, Partner, Ernst & Young Adam Coonan, Partner, Ernst & Young Rebekah Hunter, Associate Director, Macquarie Bank Yolanda Fitzhenry, Lawyer, Macquarie Group Limited

Handy hints for in-house lawyers - mandatory rule 6.1 - live webinar

4 CPD units

15 March 2022
4 CPD Units Online

1:00 PM 5:15 PM

	Hear from legal experts in this live online course as they discuss some of the current issues faced by in-house practitioners, while earning four CPD units. 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. Proudly sponsored by
	Frances Moffitt, Regulatory Compliance Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW Amber Cerny, Partner, Ernst & Young Adam Coonan, Partner, Ernst & Young Rebekah Hunter, Associate Director, Macquarie Bank Yolanda Fitzhenry, Lawyer, Macquarie Group Limited

Implications of the Voller decision - defamation law update - live webinar

1.5 CPD units

15 March 2022
1.5 CPD Units Online

1:00 PM 2:30 PM

	Kieran Smark cover's recent developments in the law of defamation including: The early application of the 2021 defamation amendments, including mandatory concerns notices and the new serious harm threshold Online liability, including liability of hosts of online comments, following the recent Voller decision Recent successes and failures: damages awards and applications for injunctions
	Kieran Smark, Barrister, 153 Phillip Barristers

Key knowledge and skills for family lawyers - mandatory rule 6.1 - live webinar

4 CPD units

21 February 2022
4 CPD Units Online

9:00 AM 1:15 PM

	Hear from legal experts in this live online course as they discuss some of the current issues faced by family legal practitioners, while earning four CPD units. 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. Proudly sponsored by
	Malcolm Gittoes-Caesar, Principal, Coleman Greig Lawyers Warrick McLean, CEO, Coleman Greig Lawyers Paul Monaghan, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW Judge Beckhouse, Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia Philippa Davis, Principal Solicitor, Women's Legal Service NSW Chris Dunn, Senior Consultant, Watts McCray Anna Baltins, Solicitor in Charge, Domestic Violence Unit, Legal Aid NSW

Key skills for planning and environment lawyers - mandatory rule 6.1 - live webinar

4 CPD units

9 March 2022
4 CPD Units Online

9:00 AM 1:15 PM

	Hear from legal experts in this live online course as they discuss some of the current issues faced by legal practitioners, while earning four CPD units. 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. Proudly sponsored by
	Linda-Rose Daya, Head of legal project management and design, Gilbert + Tobin Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW Lisa Butler, Managing Director, The Talea Group Kirston Gerathy, Partner, HWL Ebsworth Lawyers

Mandatory rule 6.1 - all law - live webinar

3 CPD units

8 December 2021
3 CPD Units Online

09:00 PM 12:15 PM

	Online
	Hear from legal experts as they discuss some of the current issues faced by legal practitioners while earning three CPD units. This three-hour session includes an hour on professional skills, an hour of ethics, and an hour-long workshop on compliance management. How to build networks that result in referrals - Sue-Ella Prodonovich discusses 10 ideas for building networks and ‘rules’ for more positive engagement. Ethics - Linden Barnes takes you through various cases to help you tackle ethical issues in daily practice. Compliance management - Frances Moffitt helps you identify high-risk compliance categories, examine why setting the right tone is important for managing compliance risks, and select strategies for file management, including storage and retrieval of client documents, undertakings, communication, and managing client expectations 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. Proudly sponsored by
	Sue-Ella Prodonovich, Principal, Prodonovich Advisory Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, The Law Society of NSW Frances Moffitt, Regulatory Compliance Solicitor, The Law Society of NSW

Powers of attorney - Lawcover risk briefing - live webinar

1 CPD units

22 February 2022
1 CPD Unit Online

1:00 PM 2:00 PM

	As our population ages, more and more clients are encouraged to make enduring powers of attorney, appointing someone they trust to look after their financial affairs if the need arises. This risk briefing highlights some of the risks for practitioners when: Drafting and witnessing powers of attorney; Instructed by an attorney in relation to a transaction affecting the principal’s property; and Dealing with deceased estates where there has been an active power of attorney in the period prior to death. Cases dealing with powers of attorney will be examined and practice tips for avoiding professional negligence risks will be discussed. This webinar is relevant to NSW practices.
	Jennifer McMillan, Manager, Practice Support Services, Lawcover