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This session was recorded on 17 March 2022 as part of the Elder law, wills and probate - one day intensive - live webinar. Navigating aged care contracts This session will cover:
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. |
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Recorded on 17 March 2022 | |
Arthur Koumoukelis, Partner, Notary Public, Thomson Geer |
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Navigating aged care contracts – On-demand recording
1 CPD units
1 CPD Unit On-demand recording |
Navigating care and protection law: Essential insights for family lawyers – on-demand recording
1 CPD units
1 CPD Unit On-demand recording |
This session was recorded on Wednesday, 25 October 2023 as part of the Navigating care and protection law: Essential insights for family lawyers – live webinar. The Law Society of New South Wales is pleased to offer to our members a complimentary recorded webinar covering the fundamental principles and practices in care and protection law. As the practice of family law continues to evolve and overlap with adjacent areas of practice, it is valuable for family law practitioners to expand their understanding of intersecting legal matters, particularly those impacting children. This webinar will equip attendees with a foundational understanding of governing legislation, child protection principles, the types of child protection applications and orders and the powers of the Children’s Court of New South Wales. |
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Recorded on Wednesday, 25 October 2023 | |
Dian Neligan, Principal Solicitor, Neligan Law and Accredited Specialist in Children’s Law | |
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Negotiating a lease proposal – recorded webinar
1 CPD units
1 CPD Unit Recorded webinar |
Online | |
This session was recorded on 14 March 2023 as part of the Property Law: One day intensive – live webinar. This session will review case law and cover:
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Recorded on 14 March 2023 | |
Leisha de Aboitiz, Partner, Massons Joseph Consalvi, Senior Associate, Massons | |
Networking exposed! How to network without fear and reap the rewards – recorded webinar
1 CPD units
1 CPD Unit Recorded webinar |
Online | |
This session was recorded on 18 March 2023 as part of the Young Lawyers Property Law: One day intensive – live webinar. As our lives return to normal, the opportunities to develop and grow our networks are back. As young lawyers, it's possible that many of you have had only a few opportunities to network or experience its value. In this very practical and engaging session, we will:
diverse range of people;
connections. This highly practical session is being delivered by Lisa Butler, Managing Director of The Talea Group and author of "Networking exposed: Discover the secrets of business networking" (3rd ed). |
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Recorded on 18 March 2023 | |
Lisa Butler, Managing Director, The Talea Group | |
New South Wales Revenue Law: the Big Picture – Recorded webinar
1 CPD units
1 CPD Unit Recorded webinar |
Online | |
This session was recorded on 24 February 2023 as part of the NSW revenue law: One day intensive – live webinar. Commissioner Smythe will give the keynote presentation, considering:
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Recorded on 24 February 2023 | |
Cullen Smythe, Commissioner of State Revenue, Revenue NSW | |
Non-Compellable Powers, Compellable Actions and Tennis: Recent Developments in Judicial Review – On-demand recording
1 CPD units
1 CPD Unit On-demand recording |
Online | |
This session was recorded on 16 March 2022 as part of Great tips for Government Solicitors - mandatory rule 6.1 - live webinar. Non-Compellable Powers, Compellable Actions and Tennis: Recent Developments in Judicial Review - This session will provide recent developments in Judicial review. 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. |
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Recorded on 16 March 2022 | |
Dr Amanda Sapienza, Forthcoming Reader, Level 22 Chambers and Formerly Senior Solicitor, Crown Solicitor's office |
NSW planning law - fundamental for property lawyers – On-demand recording
1 CPD units
1 CPD Unit On-demand recording |
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This session was recorded on 19 March 2022 as part of the Young Lawyers - Property Law - one day intensive - live webinar. Hear from Mark Evans on NSW planning law as he provides helpful tips for lawyers looking to expand their knowledge and build their skills and practice. 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. |
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Recorded on 19 March 2022 | |
Mark Evans, Director, Whiteacre Legal |
NSW revenue law: One day intensive – Recorded webinar
6 CPD units
6 CPD Unit Recorded webinar |
Online | |
This session was recorded on 24 February 2023 as part of the NSW revenue law: One day intensive – live webinar. This course will comprise six sessions. Click here to view the full program Topics covered: New South Wales Revenue Law: the Big Picture – Commissioner Cullen Smythe, Commissioner of State Revenue, Revenue NSW Commissioner Smythe will give the keynote presentation, considering:
Ethical scenarios in litigation – Paul Monaghan, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW In this session Paul will walk you through ethical considerations relating to your duties and obligations in the following areas:
Beware to declare: NSW duty traps on Acknowledgement of Trust – Lisa To, Partner, Bartier Perry Lawyers This session will cover:
Surcharge purchaser duty and land tax – Andrew Rider, Barrister, Level 22 Chambers This session will provide a structured framework for understanding surcharge purchaser duty, land tax compliance obligations and responding to compliance queries, including:
Costs assessment – Joe Rose, Principal solicitor, Rose Legal Costing This session will focus on:
Statutory interpretation for revenue lawyers – Igor Mescher, Barrister and Lecturer, University of New England This session will cover:
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Recorded on 24 February 2023 | |
Cullen Smythe, Commissioner of State Revenue, Revenue NSW Paul Monaghan, Senior Ethics Solicitor, The Law Society of NSW Lisa To, Partner, Bartier Perry Lawyers Andrew Rider, Barrister, Level 22 Chambers Joe Rose, Principal Solicitor, Rose Lawyers Igor Mescher, Barrister and Lecturer, University of New England | |
People management – On-demand recording
1 CPD units
1 CPD Unit On-demand recording |
Online | |
This session was recorded on 1 March 2022 as part of the Contract law essentials - mandatory rule 6.1 - live webinar. People management - This session will cover some of the foundational considerations of the people component of practice management. Within professional services, people are at the core of our service, so it is critical to ensure they are engaged and able to competently and professionally deliver these services. As leaders, our day-to-day interactions with our people have a significant impact on this success. Topics covered will include recruitment and interviewing, review and feedback discussion, development and difficult conversations along with managing a diverse workplace with flexible work arrangements. 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. |
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Recorded on 1 March 2022 | |
Elicha Reitsma, Head of People & Capability, Coleman Greig |
Plain language drafting – On-demand recording
1 CPD units
1 CPD Unit On-demand recording |
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This session was recorded on 19 March 2022 as part of the Young Lawyers - Property Law - one day intensive - live webinar. Hear from Sharon de Bomford on Plain language drafting as she provides helpful tips for lawyers looking to expand their knowledge and build their skills and practice. 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. |
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Recorded on 19 March 2022 | |
Sharon de Bomford, Principal, Write Results |
Practical aspects of ethics for Wills and estates – On-demand recording
1 CPD units
1 CPD Unit On-demand recording |
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This recorded webinar was originally part of the Elder Law, Wills & Estates one day intensive 2021. Topics include:
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Recorded on 09 March 2021 | |
Paul Monaghan, Senior Ethics Solicitor, The Law Society of New South Wales |
Practice essentials for government lawyers: Mandatory rule 6.1 – on-demand recording
4 CPD units
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:
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:
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. |
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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 | |
Practice Management & Family Law – Recorded webinar
1 CPD units
1 CPD Unit Recorded webinar |
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This session was recorded on Wednesday 1 March 2023 as part of the Key knowledge and skills for family lawyers: Mandatory rule 6.1 – live webinar. This session will cover:
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Recorded on 1 March 2023 | |
Janine Daher, Associate Director, Sexton Family Law Jacqueline Dawson, Principal, Sexton Family Law | |
Practice Management and Business Skills – On-demand recording
1 CPD units
1 CPD Unit On-demand recording |
Online | |
This session was recorded on 24 February 2022 as part of the Core skills for criminal lawyers - mandatory rule 6.1 - live webinar. Practice management - This session will be a discussion of trust accounting, billing practices, client management procedures and how to maintain good client relationships. It will also cover staff training, management and when to delegate tasks, as well as professional standards and ethics. There will also be a discussion of common areas of complaint with criminal lawyers and how to prevent this, as well as marketing and regulatory compliance.
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. |
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Recorded on 24 February 2022 | |
Avinash Singh, Principal Lawyer, Astor Legal |
Practice Tips for Criminal Law Mentions and Adjournments – On-demand recording
1 CPD units
1 CPD Unit On-demand recording |
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Former Local Court Magistrate David Heilpern delivers an insightful webinar on the art of mentions and the common pitfalls he has observed first-hand. Topics include:
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Recorded on 08 October 2020 | |
David Heilpern LLB LLM, Adjunct and Practice Professor, Southern Cross University, Solicitor, Magistrate (Retired) |
Practice tips for criminal law mentions and adjournments – on-demand recording
1 CPD units
1 CPD Unit On-demand recording |
This session is being recorded on 17 February 2024 as part of the Core issues for criminal lawyers: Mandatory rule 6.1 – live webinar. The recording will be available 3 business days after the live course. In this session, former Local Court Magistrate David Heilpern will deliver insights on the art of mentions and the common pitfalls he has observed first-hand. |
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Recorded on 17 February 2024 | |
David Heilpern, Dean of Law, Southern Cross University and former Magistrate of the Local Court of NSW | |
Practice, procedure and conduct in the Supreme Court of NSW – on-demand recording
1 CPD units
1 CPD Unit On-demand recording |
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This session was recorded on 28 February 2024 as part of the Practice, procedure and conduct in the Supreme Court of NSW - live webinar. Join The Hon. Justice Julie Ward, President of the Court of Appeal, for a live webinar examining best practices when appearing in the Supreme Court of New South Wales. Attendees will gain valuable insights into procedure and learn practical tips on proper conduct when conducting matters in this jurisdiction. In order to enrol in this course, you will require a LawID account, please click here for further details on how to create a free non-member account. |
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Recorded on 28 February 2024 | |
The Honourable Justice Julie Ward, President of the Court of Appeal, Supreme Court of NSW | |
Preparation for hearings and online advocacy: practical tips for interim hearings and first returns – on-demand recording
1 CPD units
1 CPD Unit On-demand recording |
This session was recorded on 26 February 2024 as part of the Course name - mandatory rule 6.1 - live webinar. Join us for an insightful one-hour webinar delivered by Senior Judicial Registrar Frances Neilson and Senior Judicial Registrar Alison Osmand of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia. Their presentation will address practical suggestions and expectations to excel at:
The presentation will have a strong focus on how to enhance the effectiveness of Case Outlines and Tender Bundles (specifically discussing the use of material produced pursuant to s69ZW of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth). |
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Senior Judicial Registrar Frances Neilson, Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia Senior Judicial Registrar Alison Osmand, Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia |
Present with impact – On-demand recording
1 CPD units
1 CPD Unit On-demand recording |
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This session was recorded on 16 February 2022 as part of the Essentials for civil litigators - mandatory rule 6.1 live webinar. Presenting with impact – In this session participants will learn key principles and techniques for the effective planning and impactful delivery of business presentations. 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. |
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Recorded on 16 February 2022 | |
Tenille Halliday, Associate Partner, Duncan Young Consulting |
Privacy and data management for in-house lawyers – on-demand recording
1 CPD units
1 CPD Unit On-demand recording |
This session was recorded on 14 February 2024 as part of the Important issues for in-house lawyers: Mandatory rule 6.1 - live webinar. Privacy and data management for in-house lawyers – Amber Cerny, Partner, Ernst & Young In this session Amber Cerny will examine privacy requirements and obligations around managing client, customer and stakeholder data, as well as best practice systems and processes to ensure ongoing compliance. 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. |
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Recorded on 14 February 2024 | |
Amber Cerny, Partner, Ernst & Young | |
Probate update: The new online uncontested probate and administration applications – on-demand recording
1.5 CPD units
1.5 CPD Units Recorded webinar |
Online | |
This session was recorded on 9 August 2023 as part of the Probate update: The new online uncontested probate and administration applications – live webinar.
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Recorded on 9 August 2023 | |
Rebel Kenna, Director & Prothonotary, Supreme Court of New South Wales Richard Neal, Partner, Teece Hodgson & Ward Solicitors | |
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Professional skills for immigration lawyers – on-demand recording
0.5 CPD units
0.5 CPD Units On-demand recording |
Online | |
This session was recorded on 10 March 2022 as part of the Top tips for Immigration lawyers - mandatory rule 6.1 live webinar. Professional skills for immigration lawyers - Immigration lawyers in their day-to-day practice work with clients with a diverse range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds. This session will deal with how to best work in this field; look at communication styles with clients and also Departmental officers and Tribunal members, including the use of interpreters and translators; and will cover certain aspects of the Migration Regulations that can affect future applications including Public Interest Criterion 4020. 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. |
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Recorded on 10 March 2022 | |
Lillian Ajuria, Partner, Ajuria Lawyers Sarah Kabbara, Senior Associate, Ajuria Lawyers |
Property considerations in commercial transactions – On-demand recording
1 CPD units
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.
In this session, Alicia Albury and Ben Harper-Phillips discuss the property issues (freehold and leasehold) that commonly arise in business sale and share sale transactions. They also cover the process of undertaking property due diligence to address these issues. |
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Recorded on 5 August 2022 | |
Alicia Albury, Partner, Maddocks Ben Harper-Phillips, Special Counsel, Maddocks |
Property law: One day intensive – on-demand recording
6 CPD units
6 CPD Unit On-demand recording |
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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:
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 no room for error: Best practice drafting for put and call option deeds – Spyridon Augoustinos, Associate, Green & Associates Solicitors In this session you will learn:
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:
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:
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:
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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 | |