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Property law: One day intensive – on-demand recording

 6 CPD Unit  On-demand recording
     
                   
               
                     

This session was recorded on 19 March 2024 as part of the Property law: One day intensive - live webinar.

Join industry experts for this full day online program as they discuss a range of issues faced by property lawyers.

Click here to view the full program

Topics include:

Stamp duty and land tax in real property transactions – Andrew Rider, Barrister, Level 22 Chambers

This session will cover the impact of recent legislative and other changes to stamp duty and land tax in real property transactions, including:

  • New dutiable transactions
  • Aggregation and valuations
  • Exemptions and concessions
  • Surcharge duty and land tax

Legal ethics for property lawyers – Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW

In this session Linden Barnes will consider ethical issues and scenarios relevant to property lawyers.

Leaving nroom for error: Best practice drafting for put and call option deeds – Spyridon Augoustinos, Associate, Green & Associates Solicitors

In this session you will learn:  

  • About the implications of recent changes to conveyancing regulations and the NSW stamp duty regime and potential pitfalls and alternatives to entering into option deeds that may be relevant to your clients 
  • To use precise language when drafting clauses dealing with grantor and grantee obligations  
  • To draft favourable clauses for a property developer client entering into a call option arrangement such as extension, nomination, interdependent contracts, caveat, early access and facilitation of DA clauses  
  • To draft favourable clauses for option grantors, such as grantee provision of security deposits and option extension fees being paid in addition the purchase price 
  • About recent case studies and option deed disputes which reflect the important of precise option drafting. 

Retail leases: cases and developments, Gary Newton, Partner, HWL Ebsworth

This session will cover recent critical conveyancing and property law cases and update on cases overturned on appeal, which include:

  • Termination of contract and relief against forfeiture of the deposit
  • Pre contract misrepresentation and off the plan cases
  • Easement wars
  • Agent recovering commission
  • Destruction of property before completion

Dispute management: building and construction defects, Anne Fernando, Partner, Sachs Gerace Lawyers

Join Anne Fernando as she examines managing disputes relating to building and construction defects. Topics covered will include:

  • Practical guidance on steps to take when building defects are raised
  • Common ‘traps’ to avoid in building defects litigation
  • Best practice for resolving building disputes fairly and efficiently
  • An analysis of relevant case examples.

Litigating with abandon:  the obstacles to obtaining a declaration that an easement has been abandoned, Sydney Jacobs, Barrister, 13 Wentworth Chambers 

In this session on easements, Sydney Jacobs will discuss:  

  • Navigating section 89 of the Conveyancing Act 1919 (power of the Court to declare easement abandoned or to modify) and related section 49 of the Real Property Act (Power of the Registrar -General) 
  • When to use one pathway other than the other ? What are the rights to appeal such decisions? 
  • What is the general judicial attitude to claims that an easement has been abandoned? 
  • The presumption in the above legislation that an easement is abandoned if no use for 20 years e.g. What type of conduct constitutes “use“? 
  • Recent cases by reference to sketches: Castle v Achdjian [2022] NSWSC ; Sheppard v Smith [2021] NSWSC 1207 and on appeal to the NSWCA in 2022. 
  • The effect of Gan v Xie [2023 NSWCA to “gist” evidence as opposed to “direct speech” evidence in these types of matters.
Recorded on 19 March 2024
Spyridon Augoustinos, Associate, Green & Associates Solicitors 
Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW 
Anne Fernando, Partner, Sachs Gerace Lawyers 
Sydney Jacobs, Barrister, 13 Wentworth Chambers 
Gary Newton, Partner, HWL Ebsworth 
Andrew Rider, Barrister, Level 22 Chambers


6 CPD units

Non-Member $980.00
Member $690.00

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Essentials for hybrid legal practice: Mandatory rule 6.1 – on-demand recording

 3 CPD Unit  On-demand recording



This session was recorded on 23 January 2024 as part of the Essentials for hybrid legal practice: Mandatory rule 6.1 – live webinar.

Hear from legal experts in this live online course as they discuss practices for combining working from home and in the office, all the while earning three CPD units.

Topics include:

Managing team relationships in a hybrid workplace – Duncan Young, Director, Duncan Young Consulting

In this session, Duncan Young will consider tools and tips for working collaboratively and productively with colleagues in a hybrid legal workplace. 

Legal ethics – Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, Law Society of NSW

This session will cover fulfilling professional responsibilities in a hybrid legal practice.

Wellbeing in hybrid workplaces – Simonette Vaja, Wellbeing Manager, Law Society of NSW

This session will provide an overview of optimal habits for high performing lawyers, including: 

  • Mental Agility – Growth Mindset
  • Evidence based best practice habits for mental wellbeing
  • Mental Fitness with Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction 

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.

Recorded on 23 January 2024
Duncan Young, Director, Duncan Young Consulting
Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, Law Society of NSW
Simonette Vaja, Wellbeing Manager, Law Society of NSW


3 CPD units

Non-Member $435.00
Member $305.00

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Elder law, wills and probate: One day intensive – on-demand recording

 6 CPD Unit  On-demand recording
 
 
 

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

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.  

Topics include: 

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

In this session Mimi Su will examine complex issues surrounding superannuation benefits in wills and estates matters. 

Conflicts of interest in elder law, wills and probate matters – Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, Law Society of NSW 

In this session Linden Barnes will consider ethical scenarios relating to conflicts of interest that are of relevance to elder law, wills and probate practitioners. 

Estate planning for blended families – Paul Evans, Partner, Makinson d’Apice Lawyers

Blended families, where one or both spouses have children from a prior relationship are today increasingly common. Inevitably, with a blended family situation, there will be a multitude of competing needs and obligations. Skillful estate planning can address those needs and obligations and as far as possible keep conflict within the family to a minimum. 

The presentation will examine types of blended families, provide an understanding of how to tackle your clients' objectives, and the potential for family provision claims. It will also cover possible strategies to include: 

  • Outright gifts
  •  Mutual wills contracts 
  •  Life interests and rights to reside 
  •  Superannuation and family trusts 

Give me a sign: a case law update on informal wills – Jennifer Vuu, Senior Associate, HWL Ebsworth Lawyers 

This session will cover: 

  • What constitutes an informal will 
  • The power of the Court to dispense with the formal requirements for wills 
  •  The rise of online documents and other emerging trends in the digital age 
  • Practical tips and tricks 

Confidentiality considerations in elder law, estate planning and estate litigation matters – Isabel McLelland, Senior Associate, Teece Hodgson & Ward Solicitors 

This session will examine the solicitor's obligation of confidentiality, and its practical implications in the context of elder law, estate planning and estate litigation matters. It will cover:  

  • Confidentiality under the Australian Solicitors’ Conduct Rules  

  • What parts of an estate planning file are confidential?  

  • Navigating confidentiality when engaging with third parties including attorneys, guardians and medical professionals  

  • Confidentiality when the client’s capacity is in doubt or absent  

  • Confidentiality after the client’s death, including when their estate is litigated 

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

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

  • The pros and cons of testamentary trusts 
  •  The best way to incorporate testamentary trusts into a will 
  •  Capacity and ‘knowledge and approval’ issues Income tax, stamp duty and CGT
  •  Common pitfalls including variation clauses, changes in trustee and the foreign person rules 
Recorded on 12 March 2024
Mimi Su, Principal, Matthews Folbigg Lawyers
Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW
Paul Evans, Partner, Makinson d'Apice Lawyers
Jennifer Vuu, Senior Associate, HWL Ebsworth Lawyers
Isabel McLelland, Senior Associate, Teece Hodgon & Ward Solicitors
Stephen Lynch, Director, Sommerville Legal


6 CPD units

Non-Member $980.00
Member $690.00

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Key knowledge for commercial lawyers: Mandatory rule 6.1 – on-demand recording

 4 CPD Unit  On-demand recording




This session was recorded on 14 March 2024 as part of the Key knowledge for commercial lawyers: 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 commercial lawyers legal practitioners, while earning four CPD units.

Topics include:

It’s non-negotiable: navigating unfair terms in small business and consumer agreements – Jennifer Dean, Partner, Johnson Winter Slattery

Recent legislative reforms have created an increased focus on ensuring fairness in standard form contracts used in dealings with small businesses and consumers. This practical session provides an overview of the recent reforms, identifying unfair terms, compliance strategies and key takeaways from regulatory enforcement and case law.

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 commercial lawyers.

Proper management of a trust year by year – David Marks KC, Barrister, Inns of Court & Norman Hanna, Barrister, Inns of Court

This session will look at the proper management of a trust - year by year. Quite apart from managing the tax position of a family group or investment structure, the lawyer has a role in ensuring decision-making is in order. The lessons from recent cases like JJ Owies (VSCA), Grand View (UKPC) and Legler (NZCA, NZSC appeal heard) will be addressed. 

This interactive session will discuss strategies for improving decision-making and ensuring that the intended structuring and tax planning actually works.

David Marks KC will also discuss some recent lessons about trust distributions, particularly where there are foreign elements, or unusual types of income and gains.

Wellbeing and commercial practice – Simonette Vaja, Wellbeing Manager, The Law Society of NSW

This session will provide an overview of optimal habits for high performing lawyers, including: 

  • Mental Agility – Growth Mindset
  • Evidence based best practice habits for mental wellbeing
  • Mental Fitness with Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction 
Recorded on 14 March 2024
Jennifer Dean, Partner, Johnson Winter Slattery
Paul Monaghan, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW
Norman Hanna, Barrister, Inns of Court
David Marks KC, Barrister, Inns of Court
Simonette Vaja, Wellbeing Manager, The Law Society of NSW


4 CPD units

Non-Member $505.00
Member $355.00

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Key knowledge and skills for family lawyers: Mandatory rule 6.1 – on-demand recording

 4 CPD Units  On-demand recording




This session was recorded on 27 February 2024 as part of the Key knowledge and skills for family lawyers: 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 family lawyers legal practitioners, while earning four CPD units.

Topics include:

Effective drafting in family law matters, with reference to understanding requirements under the amended Family Law Act – Stephene Tully, Barrister, 6 St James Hall Chambers

The Family Law Amendment Act 2023 (Cth) (passed 19 October 2023), among other changes, repealed the presumption of equal shared parental responsibility, expanded the definition of member of the family, simplified compliance and enforcement provisions, and ensured that children’s voices are heard in international child abduction cases. This session will: 

  • provide an overview of the substantive changes recently effected to the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth);
  • assess their impact upon precedent letters and documents (eg parenting plans, orders and advices) to ensure that those changes are incorporated; and 
  • offer practical drafting suggestions for practitioners when formulating templates which comprehensively and accurately address the legislative issues.   

Legal ethics – Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW

In this session Linden Barnes will consider fulfilling ethical and professional responsibilities when practising in family law. 

Case law - year in review – Craig Nicol, Editor, The Family Law Book & Keleigh Robinson Co-Editor, The Family Law Book

In this session Craig Nicol & Keleigh Robinson will review notable family law cases from 2023, with a discussion of key takeaways from these cases and how they may be applied to day-to-day practice.

Wellbeing – Simonette Vaja, Wellbeing Manager, The Law Society of NSW

This session will provide an overview of optimal habits for high performing lawyers, including: 

  • Mental Agility – Growth Mindset
  • Evidence based best practice habits for mental wellbeing
  • Mental Fitness with Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction 

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

If you self-assess that this particular educational activity extends your knowledge and skills, this program may allow you to claim four (4) of the mandatory areas: (a) ethics and professional responsibility; (b) practice management and business skills; (c) professional skills; and (d) substantive law.

Recorded on 27 February 2024
Stephene Tully, Barrister, 6 St James Hall Chambers
Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW
Keleigh Robinson, Editors, The Family Lawbook
Craig Nicol, Editors, The Family Lawbook
Simonette Vaja, Wellbeing Manager, The Law Society of NSW


4 CPD units

Non-Member $505.00
Member $355.00

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Give me a sign: a case law update on informal wills – on-demand recording

 1 CPD Unit  On-demand recording

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

Give me a sign: a case law update on informal wills – Jennifer Vuu, Senior Associate, HWL Ebsworth Lawyers 

This session will cover: 

  • What constitutes an informal will 
  • The power of the Court to dispense with the formal requirements for wills 
  •  The rise of online documents and other emerging trends in the digital age 
  • Practical tips and tricks 
Recorded on 12 March 2024
Jennifer Vuu, Senior Associate, HWL Ebsworth Lawyers


1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00

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Ethical client management: Legal professional responsibilities – on-demand interactive

 1 CPD Unit  On-demand
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We all know how important the Conduct Rules are to legal practice and to ethical client management. But how do they translate to practical application?  

Using a practice-based approach, the Law Society’s self-paced course on ethical client management will take you through examples of applying ethics to specific scenarios that arise in legal practice.  

At the end of this course, you will be able to: 

  • Apply specific rules to different ethical conundrums relating to client management. 

  • Understand how your ethical obligations as a solicitor relate to the profession's purpose in the administration of justice. 

Our on-demand interactive courses allow you to save your progress and learn to your own schedule. Courses includes interactive and engaging content, knowledge checks and links to essential resources.   

This course consists of ten chapters, featuring the expertise of Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor with the Law Society of NSW.  

Created in August 2023
Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW 


1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00

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The art of getting paid: Costs and billing – on-demand interactive

2 CPD Units  On-demand interactive
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Do you need to learn more about solicitors’ obligations regarding costs and billings under the Legal Profession Uniform Law? Are you looking for clarity around costs structures and assessments? 

The Law Society’s on-demand interactive course on costs and billing will help you feel confident in your understanding of the important structures and processes for compliant costs management in your practice.   

 At the end of this course you will be able to:  

  • Explain your costs disclosure obligations 

  • Identify and apply methodologies to establish optimal billing practices 

  • Establish a costs practice with appropriate costs precedents 

Our on-demand interactive courses allow you to save your progress and learn to your own schedule. Courses includes interactive and engaging content, knowledge checks and links to essential resources.  

This course consists of twelve chapters, featuring the expertise of the Nick Satouris, Professional Support Solicitor in the Professional Support Unit of The Law Society of NSW.  

Created in July 2023
Nick Satouris, Professional Support Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW 


2 CPD units

Non-Member $255.00
Member $180.00

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Productivity in practice: Time management and communication – on-demand interactive

 1 CPD Unit  On-demand interactive

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Are you in control of your daily work schedule, or do you find your time is spent reacting to new work issues and demands and rushing to meet deadlines? Do you know what it means to communicate effectively with different stakeholders, including clients, colleagues and other solicitors?   

The Law Society’s self-paced course on time management and communication will give you the knowledge and tools to work proactively and productively. Good practice management systems are important in reducing the risk of burnout and helping you develop confidence and competency in delivering excellent services to your clients. 

 At the end of this course, you will be able to:  

  • Develop and implement effective systems for planning your work in advance and prioritising tasks. 

  • Action criteria for scheduling and delegating tasks. 

  • Understand and establish best practices when communicating with clients and other solicitors. 

 Our on-demand interactive courses allow you to save your progress and learn to your own schedule. Courses include interactive and engaging content, knowledge checks and links to essential resources. 

This course consists of ten chapters, featuring the expertise of Katherine Lau, a Professional Support Solicitor at the Law Society of NSW. 

Created in August 2023
Katherine Lau, Professional Support Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW 


1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00

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Client file and data management – on-demand interactive

1 CPD Unit  On-demand interactive
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Are you aware of all your obligations around client data, and are your information management systems up to scratch?
 

New technologies, remote working and the automation of information management and security has challenged and changed the way practitioners need to think about client file and data management in their day-to-day practice.

The Law Society’s interactive self-paced course on Client file and data management will inform you of your compliance requirements under legal profession legislation as well as your obligations under the Privacy Act and examine the fundamental components of an effective file and data management system. 

At the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Understand your compliance obligations under the Uniform Law and other applicable legislation in relation to client file and data management
  • Audit and improve your practices’ information systems and processes

 Our on-demand interactive courses allow you to save your progress and learn to your own schedule. Courses includes interactive and engaging content, knowledge checks and links to essential resources. 

This course consists of eleven chapters and features the expertise of Katherine Lau, Professional Support Solicitor within the Professional Support Unit of the Law Society of NSW.

Created in September 2023

Katherine Lau, Professional Support Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW


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1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00

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Practice essentials for government lawyers: Mandatory rule 6.1 – on-demand recording

 4 CPD Unit  On-demand recording




This session was recorded on 20 February 2024 as part of the Practice essentials for government lawyers: 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 government lawyers legal practitioners, while earning four CPD units.

Topics include:

Briefing counsel – Bianca Gallifuoco, Barrister, Level 22 Chambers

An introductory session for recently admitted lawyers or those new to briefing counsel. By the end of the session participants will:

  • Understand the different roles in the relationship between instructing solicitor and counsel
  • Be able to brief and instruct counsel effectively to get the most out of the engagement
  • Know how to compile a counsel brief with a good working structure

Legal ethics – Paul Monaghan, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW

In this session Paul Monaghan will consider fulfilling ethical and professional responsibilities when practising as a government solicitor. 

Review of recent administrative law cases – Thomas Kwok, Partner, Holding Redlich

Administrative law is at the core of what government lawyers do. This session will bring you up to speed with the latest in administrative law. Case examples may be from areas outside your ‘home’ legislation, but are selected for their general relevance to administrative decision-making.

Wellbeing for government lawyers – Simonette Vaja, Wellbeing Manager, The Law Society of NSW

This session will provide an overview of optimal habits for high performing lawyers, including: 

  • Mental Agility – Growth Mindset
  • Evidence based best practice habits for mental wellbeing
  • Mental Fitness with Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction 

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

If you self-assess that this particular educational activity extends your knowledge and skills, this program may allow you to claim four (4) of the mandatory areas: (a) ethics and professional responsibility; (b) practice management and business skills; (c) professional skills; and (d) substantive law.

Recorded on 20 February 2024
Bianca Gallifuoco, Barrister, Level 22 Chambers
Thomas Kwok, Partner, Holding Redlich
Paul Monaghan, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW
Simonette Vaja, Wellbeing Manager, The Law Society of NSW


4 CPD units

Non-Member $505.00
Member $355.00

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Client management essentials: Mandatory rule 6.1 – on-demand recording

 3 CPD Unit  On-demand recording
 

This session was recorded on 15 February 2024 as part of the Client management essentials: Mandatory rule 6.1 – live webinar. 

Hear from legal experts in this live online course as they discuss tips and best practices in managing client relationships, while earning three CPD units. 

Topics include: 

Client interviewing skills: the art of obtaining instructions – Heather McKinnon, Partner, Bryant McKinnon Lawyers 

In this session, Heather McKinnon will explore the vital skill of structuring and conducting client interviews in order to obtain clear and thorough instructions in a professional and empathetic manner. 

Ethical client management – Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, Law Society of NSW 

In this session, Linden Barnes will take examine professional obligations relating to ethical client management.  

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, agreementsassessments, and billing. 


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.

Recorded on 15 February 2024
Heather McKinnon, Partner, Bryant McKinnon Lawyers
Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, The Law Society of NSW
Nick Satouris, Professional Support Solicitor, The Law Society of NSW


3 CPD units

Non-Member $435.00
Member $305.00

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'We’re Not Gonna Take It': Parody, satire and damages in copyright law – on-demand recording

1 CPD Unit  On-demand recording
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This session was recorded on 9 March 2022 as part of the 'We’re Not Gonna Take It: Parody, satire and damages in copyright law - live webinar.


Do you want to further develop your understanding of copyright law? This session will delve into the parody and satire defence in light of the recent Universal Music v Palmer decision. Come and listen to the lawyers from the firm that represented Universal Music in this matter and led this publishing giant to winning the case in court. 

Clive Palmer’s unlicensed use of Twisted Sister’s song We’re Not Gonna Take It in election advertising resulted in one of the highest awards of damages in a copyright case in Australia, and some further clarification about the parody or satire defence.  

Hear from the lawyers who successfully represented Universal Music in the case, including their insights on: 

  • issues around the originality and similarity of musical works; 

  • the scope of the parody and satire defence in the Copyright Act; 

  • assessment of compensatory damages (including the application of the “user principle” in copyright cases); and 

  • why the Court ordered one of the highest awards of additional damages ever for copyright infringement. 

Recorded on 9 March 2022
Clare Young, Special Counsel, Simpsons Solicitors
Sebastian Tonkin, Senior Associate, Simpsons Solicitors

1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00

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25 critical tools that will transform your business development performance – recorded webinar

1 CPD Unit  Recorded webinar

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This session was recorded on 22 February 2023 as part of the Essentials for lawyers: Mandatory rule 6.1 – live webinar

In this session you will learn simple and effective marketing and business development ideas to drive profitability including:

  • strategic positioning in the market;
  • how to explain expertise in a capability statement;
  • why your LinkedIn profile matters;
  • elevator pitches;
  • thought leadership;
  • social media platforms and how to use them;
  • lead generation;
  • financial and activity goals;
  • client lists and client focused marketing collateral; and
  • effective networking.
Recorded on 22 February 2023
Alistair Marshall, Director, Professional Services Business Development


1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00

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A comparison of consent laws in Australia – on-demand recording

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

This session covers the rise of affirmative consent laws. To provide context, Will Tuckey discusses the old law before delving into the campaign for affirmative consent laws and the subsequent NSW amendments. Furthermore, Mr Tuckey provides a comparison of these laws with those of other Australian jurisdictions.

WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT 

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

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

If you are concerned for your safety or that of someone else, please contact the Police or call 000 for emergency assistance. 

Recorded on 5 August 2022
Will Tuckey, Barrister, Samuel Griffith Chambers

1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00

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Acting on urgent caveat instructions: Stop, think and think again – on-demand recording

1 CPD Unit  On-demand recording 
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This recorded webinar was originally part of the Property Law one day intensive 2021.

Topics include:

  • Electronic dealings and the pressures placed on practitioners
  • Shifting the risk – practitioner assessments and verifying statements
  • Caveatable interests: Legal or equitable interest
  • Consequences for practitioners
Recorded on 23 February 2021
Mark Swan, Special Counsel, Mills Oakley, Accredited Specialist in Property Law

1 CPD units

Non-Member $140.00
Member $99.00

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Advising clients on IP asset management – on-demand recording

1 CPD Unit  On-demand recording
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This recorded webinar was originally captured during the Specialist Accreditation conference 2022 – Business Law and Property Law streams. 

Georgina Hey and Mindaugas Skavronskas provide a comprehensive breakdown of the different types of IP assets and their distinction from quasi-IP concepts from the perspective of providing accurate and thoughtful advice to clients. Moreover, this session delves into the creation and protection of IP assets, the audit and management of IP portfolios, IP valuation and commercialisation as well as IP enforcement. 

Recorded on 5 August 2022
Georgina Hey, Partner, Norton Rose Fulbright
Mindaugas Skavronskas, Special Counsel, Norton Rose Fulbright

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Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00

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Applying specialist accreditation in Alternate Dispute Resolution – on-demand recording

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The escalating costs of litigation compel an increasing number of litigants to seek Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR). This can take the form of arbitration, mediation and collaborative interaction between solicitors. To attract litigants to any of these alternate dispute resolutions, confidence in the lawyers conducting the ADR is enhanced by the knowledge that not only are their legal representative and other lawyers participating practitioners who are knowledgeable in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia process but, importantly, can assist their clients in attaining a speedy and cost-effective resolution with minimal emotional and financial costs. Specialist accreditation is a vital step towards gaining the confidence of litigants to embrace ADR. 

This session was recorded during the Specialist Accreditation Conference 2023.

DISTRESSING CONTENT 

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

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

Recorded on 18 August 2023
Peter Batey, Barrister, Waratah Chambers


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Asbestos litigation: Update on assessment of damages in asbestos claims – on-demand recording

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In this session, Joanne Wade will examine the current landscape of asbestos-related law. Attendees of this presentation will gain a comprehensive understanding of the recent court decisions and emerging trends in damages in asbestos claims across Australia. The presentation will provide valuable insights and knowledge that can be applied to legal practices and overall decision-making processes in the context of asbestos-related litigation. 

This session was recorded during the Specialist Accreditation Conference 2023.

DISTRESSING CONTENT 

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

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

Recorded on 18 August 2023
Joanne Wade, Head of National Asbestos and Dust Diseases, Slater + Gordon

Dust diseases

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Assessing damages for funds management: When, why and how much? – on-demand recording

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When is it appropriate to award damages for funds management? This session looks at what it means to be incapable of managing one’s affairs and explores the evolution of funds management as a head of damage, including claims involving people whose incapacity has not been caused by the negligent tortfeasor. The session will also deal with quantification of damages for funds management, the tension between the costs charged by private trustees and the public interest in keeping insurance premiums affordable, and the author’s suggestion for reform. 

This session was recorded during the Specialist Accreditation Conference 2023.

DISTRESSING CONTENT 

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

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

Recorded on 6 July 2023
Judith Waldock, Partner, Moray & Agnew Lawyers


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Member $105.00

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Bank guarantees and restraints of trade: Recurring issues in business law – on-demand recording

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This recorded webinar was pre-recorded in August 2022 for the Specialist Accreditation Conference 2022 - Business Law stream. 

In this session, Sydney Jacobs covers the 3 enforceability of restraint of trade clauses in NSW and examines what time periods and geographic radii are considered reasonable in restraints. This presentation also considers recent cases where injunctions have been sought to restrain calls on performance bonds or bank guarantees. 

Recorded in August 2022
Sydney Jacobs, Barrister & Mediator, 13 Wentworth Chambers

1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00

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Best practice for Court based Dispute Resolution: Make the deal, don’t break the deal – on-demand recording

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Join Senior Judicial Registrar Brett McGrath and Court Child Expert Joyce Snedden for an exploration of the best practice for practitioners when engaging in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia’s Dispute Resolution setting. Topics will include the Court’s conference structure, preparation and planning, dealing with risk, and the best approach for making the deal – not breaking the deal. 

This session was recorded during the Specialist Accreditation Conference 2023.


DISTRESSING CONTENT 

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

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

Recorded on 17 August 2023
Senior Judicial Registrar Brett McGrath, Director, National Registrar Operations (Dispute Resolution), Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia
Joyce Snedden, Court Child Expert, Court Children’s Service, Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia

Parenting; FCFCOA; child protection

1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00

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Best practice: Disclosure in indictable criminal matters – live webinar

Tuesday, 29 October 2024
 1 CPD Units  Live webinar 
 12:30 PM  1:30 PM

  
 

The rules of disclosure can be complex to navigate. Join us for this live online panel event and hear from expert panellists Cecilia Curtis (Deputy Senior Crown Prosecutor, ODPP), Paul Coady (Public Defender), Jason Tozer (Senior Advocate, NSWPF) and Steven Rees (Managing Advocate, ALS) on what they consider to be best practice for solicitors in facilitating disclosure in serious criminal matters, and how defence solicitors and prosecutors can work constructively with each other and the NSW Police Force to promote and achieve effective disclosure practices. 

The panel will focus on disclosure in criminal matters that have been committed for trial to the District Court of NSW under the Early Appropriate Guilty Plea scheme. 

This event is complimentary for members.

Diane Elston (Moderator), Senior Solicitor, Indictable Crime Team, Legal Aid
Cecilia Curtis, Deputy Senior Crown Prosecutor, Crown Prosecutors' Chambers, New South Wales
Paul Coady, Public Defender, NSW Department of Communities and Justice
Steven Rees, Managing Advocate, Aboriginal Legal Service  
Jason Tozer, Senior Advocate, Senior Advocates Group, NSW Police Force


Criminal Law

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Member $0.00

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Beware to declare: NSW duty traps on Acknowledgement of Trust – Recorded webinar

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


This session will cover:

  • Revenue Ruling DUT031 v2 “Declaration of Trust in Agreement For Sale” effective as of 19 May 2022 (published on Revenue NSW’s website in January 2023);
  • background to the legislative change under section 8AA introduced into the Duties Act 1997 (NSW) including imposition of duty on an acknowledgement of trust; and
  • traps and practical implications of duties legislation for declaration or trust and acknowledgement of trust, the decision in Chief Commissioner of State Revenue v Benidorm Pty Ltd [2020] NSWCA 285 and additional care to be taken by advisers.

Recorded on 24 February 2023
Lisa To, Partner, Bartier Perry Lawyers


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Member $105.00

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