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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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Deep dive into contingency and succession planning – on-demand interactive

1 CPD Unit  On-demand interactive
                                                                                   

With a substantial proportion of the legal profession in New South Wales being over the age of 40 and 99% of solicitors in private practice being sole practitioners or working in small practices, it’s important for practitioners to put in place plans for the future. The Law Society’s self-paced course on contingency and succession planning will give you the knowledge and tools to put into place appropriate plans and measures, both in practice and beyond.

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

  • Understand the importance of contingency and succession planning
  • Understand the difference between contingency and succession plans
  • Create a contingency plan for your practice
  • Create a succession plan for your practice

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 9
chapters, featuring the expertise of David Viney and Marilyn Cox.

Created in March 2024
David Viney, External Interventions, Law Society of NSW
Marilyn Cox, Professional Support Solicitor, Law Society of NSW


1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00

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Strengthening your legal practice against money laundering and terrorism financing risks – on-demand interactive course

2 CPD Units  On-demand interactive
Practice Management and Business Skills
Professional Skills
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Money laundering is a serious crime designed to obscure the criminal origins of funds by making those proceeds appear to have come from legitimate sources. It facilitates many serious crimes, including the financing of terrorist acts, terrorists and terrorist organisations. Every one of these crimes harms innocent and vulnerable people.

Are you aware of the legal practice risks and your professional obligations relating to money laundering (ML) and terrorism financing (TF)? Do you know how to identify and manage red flags to strengthen your practice?

The Law Society’s self-paced course will give you the knowledge to understand:

  • What is meant by ML and TF.
  • The purpose and scope of the current anti-money laundering/counter-terrorism financing regime.
  • The risks to your own practice in relation to ML and TF.
  • Your professional obligations to prevent the enablement of ML and TF.
  • How to identify and respond to any red flags relating to ML and TF when acting for current and prospective clients.

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. 

There are two parts to this course, comprising 21 chapters in total. This course features the expertise of the AML/CTF Reference Group of the Law Society of NSW, and is delivered by Bobbie Wan, Team Leader, Professional Support and Regulatory Policy, Law Society of NSW. 

It is based on the Law Council of Australia’s National Legal Profession Anti-Money Laundering & Counter-Terrorism Financing Guidance, published 28 June 2024. 

This course is offered complimentary.

Created in August 2024
Developed by the AML/CTF Reference Group of the Law Society of NSW
Presented by Bobbie Wan, Team Leader, Professional Support and Regulatory Policy, Law Society of NSW


2 CPD units

Non-Member $0.00
Member $0.00

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Alternative ways to practice law – on-demand interactive

1 CPD Unit  On-demand interactive
 

Traditional practise roles do not suit all practitioners, and knowing what the viable alternatives are allows practitioners to make informed decisions about your career path.  Alternatively, knowing what alternative practise roles would be useful to assist with your current practice, and how to access them, can be very helpful when you need extra resources.

The Law Society’s self-paced course on alternative practise roles will give you the knowledge to understand clearly what the alternatives are and what is required to adopt those practise roles, including regulatory and licensing requirements and other relevant issues like insurance cover.

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

  • Understand the difference between independent contractors, locums, and solicitor consultants
  • Identify which type of practising certificates must be held to be an independent contractor, locum, or solicitor consultant
  • Identify which type of insurance cover is required for independent contractors, locums, and solicitor consultants
  • Make an informed decision about which type of alternative role would suit you best and what you need to do to set yourself up in this role, or select the appropriate candidate when your own practice needs assistance

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 10 chapters, featuring the expertise of Marilyn Cox.

Created in March 2024
Marilyn Cox, Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, Law Society of NSW

1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00

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The impact of the right to disconnect reforms – on-demand recording

1 CPD Unit  On-demand recording
  
This session was recorded on 19 September 2024 as part of the The impact of the right to disconnect reforms - live webinar.

This session will explore the implications of Australia's new "right to disconnect" reforms:

  • how this new workplace right aims to balance work and personal life by giving employees the right to disengage from work communications outside of business hours
  • the challenges and adjustments required for employers
  • the way we expect this new right to be enforced


We will also provide practical strategies for implementing these reforms effectively within your firm, ensuring compliance while fostering a healthier work environment.

 And we will examine the difficulties for legal employees in enabling a better work/life balance for themselves, given the demanding nature of their role and their own work practices.

Join us to understand how these reforms might change the “always connected” workplace.

Recorded on 19 September 2024
Carly Stebbing, Partner and Head of Employment Law, Longton Legal


1 CPD units

Non-Member $35.00
Member $0.00

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Ethical obligations to the court – on-demand interactive

1 CPD Unit  On-demand interactive
                                                                                

As an officer of the court, a solicitor’s primary duty is to the court. However, balancing your duties to the court and your duties to your client can raise ethical conundrums that need careful consideration. The Law Society’s self-paced course on ethical obligations to the court will examine the Australian Solicitors’ Conduct Rules dealing with communications with and about the courts and court matters.

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

  • Comply with your ethical obligations when communicating with the court
  • Comply with your ethical obligations when communicating about court matters
  • Identify and resolve conflicts between your clients and the administration of justice

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 14 chapters, featuring the expertise of Linden Barnes.

WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT

This course contains details that some may find distressing. Please 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.

Created in October 2024
Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Law Society of NSW

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1 CPD units

Non-Member $180.00
Member $130.00

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The Evatt List: FCFCOA practice and procedure – on-demand recording

1 CPD Unit  On-demand recording
                                                                           
This session was recorded on 09 September 2024. 

This session explains the operation of the specialist Evatt List at FCFCOA registries under the auspices of the "Lighthouse Project". The session covers the following questions:

  • What is the Evatt List?
  • How do I get my matter into the Evatt List?
  • How does the Evatt List differ from the regular case management pathway?
  • How should I prepare for court events in the Evatt List?
  • How do I make the Evatt List process work for my client?
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.

Recorded on 09 September 2024
Judicial Registrar Roberta Allen, Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia
Judicial Registrar Kate Weaver, Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia


1 CPD units

Non-Member $35.00
Member $0.00

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Unfair contracts - the new penalties: Mandatory rule 6.1 – on-demand recording

 4 CPD Unit  On-demand recording
     
   
                     
                

This session was recorded on 27 March 2024 as part of the Unfair contracts - the new penalties: Mandatory rule 6.1 - live webinar.

This course will focus on changes to the Australian Consumer Law which came into effect November 2023, and which prohibit businesses from proposing, using, or relying on unfair contract terms in standard form contracts with consumers and small businesses. ACCC Deputy Chair Mick Keogh has noted that “There was previously little motivation for businesses to comply with the law”.  With substantial penalties now available, there is a significant incentive to comply. 

Topics include:

Good drafting and compliance with the changes to unfair contracts law – Kathleen Morris, Barrister, Level 22 Chambers

On 9 November 2022 the Treasury Laws Amendment (More Competition, Better Prices) Act 2022 (Cth) came into effect, which expanded and reformed the unfair contract terms regimes applying under the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth) and Australian Securities and Investments Commission Act 2001 (Cth). Those amendments included the introduction of a new civil penalty regime prohibiting the use of, and reliance on, unfair contract terms by businesses, which came into operation from 9 November 2023. The amendments also broadened the definition of “small business” and clarified matters to be taken into account when assessing whether a contract is a “standard form contract”. This session considers those legislative changes and steps that can be taken to ensure compliance with the unfair contract terms regime. 

Ethical issues and unfair contracts – Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW

In this session, Linden Barnes will examine ethical issues relating to contract law.

Unfair terms - legislation and case review – Jennifer Dean, Partner, Johnson Winter Slattery

In this session, Jennifer Dean will review important recent decisions and critical legislative changes.

Complying with the unfair contract terms regime – Verity Quinn, Special Counsel, ACCC

ACCC Special Counsel Verity Quinn will provide an overview of what the unfair contract terms regime requires, and give some tips for businesses when reviewing their contracts to ensure they comply with the law including discussion around:

  • Changes allowing courts to impose substantial penalties on businesses and individuals who include unfair terms in their standard form contracts. Prior to the changes, courts could only declare specific terms of a contract void, no penalties applied.
  • Changes expanding the coverage of the regime to apply to more small business contracts.
  • Changes clarifying aspects of the regime, including more clearly defining ‘standard form contracts'.

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 March 2024
Kathleen Morris, Barrister, Level 22 Chambers
Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW 
Jennifer Dean, Partner, Johnson Winter Slattery 
Verity Quinn, Special Counsel, ACCC


4 CPD units

Non-Member $505.00
Member $355.00

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Conveyancing law update February 2024 – on-demand recording

 3 CPD Unit  On-demand recording
                                                              
On-demand recording
Tony Cahill covers the latest legal developments, cases and practical implications for lawyers conducting conveyancing matters in NSW.
Recorded on 8 February 2024
Tony Cahill, Legal Author, Speaker and former Solicitor 

3 CPD units

Non-Member $435.00
Member $305.00

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Ethical communication to move your matters forward – on-demand interactive

1 CPD Unit  On-demand interactive
                                                                                    

Communication can be one of the biggest ethical challenges we face in practice, and can make or break the way a matter progresses.  The Law Society’s self-paced course on ethical communication will work through some communication conundrums that can arise when working with other legal practitioners, and explore better ways to address these conundrums using the guidance of the Legal Profession Uniform Law Australian Solicitors’ Conduct Rules 2015 to move your matters forward.

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

  • Identify discourteous behaviour in yourself and opponents
  • Identify the consequences of discourteous behaviour
  • Make better choices when responding to discourteous behaviour
  • Comply with ethical communication requirements under the Legal Profession Uniform Australian Solicitors’ Conduct Rules 2015

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 9 chapters, featuring the expertise of Linden Barnes.

Created in November 2023
Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Law Society of NSW

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1 CPD units

Non-Member $130.00
Member $180.00

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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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Online

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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Buzzwords: The T-shaped Lawyer – on-demand recording

1 CPD Unit  On-demand recording


This session was recorded on 13 March 2024 as part of the Buzzwords: The T-Shaped Lawyer – live webinar

The Law Society of NSW is pleased to launch the first Buzzwords webinar of 2024 focused on decoding the concept of the T-Shaped Lawyer.

Join Law Society President Brett McGrath, for a discussion with Peter Connor, Founder and CEO of AlternativelyLegal, and Santhi Latha, Dean at Rajah & Tann Asia Academy, about what a T-Shaped Lawyer is and why it might be a compelling concept for your career, your legal department and your legal practice.

Discover:

  • Insights into the practice of law 
  • How to become a businessperson, not just a lawyer, and do business work, not just legal work
  • Key non-legal skills crucial for modern legal professionals.
  • Strategies to embrace change and stay ahead in the dynamic legal landscape.
  • Practical application of the T-Shaped Lawyer Vision and Framework within legal practice.

Register now and unlock the potential of being a T-Shaped Lawyer in shaping your future success.

We are pleased to deliver this webinar complimentary to members.

Recorded on 13 March 2024
Brett McGrath, President of the Law Society of New South Wales
Peter Connor, Founder and CEO of AlternativelyLegal
Santhi Latha, Dean at Rajah & Tann Asia Academy


1 CPD units

Non-Member $99.00
Member $0.00

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Your new colleague: The evolving role of AI in modern legal practice – on-demand recording

1 CPD Unit  On-demand recording
 
This session was recorded on 30 January 2024 as part of the New technology essentials for lawyers - mandatory rule 6.1 - live webinar

Your new colleague: The evolving role of AI in modern legal practice
After much hype, this year feels like the year when AI finally arrived. This session is a practical overview of current developments in AI and Machine Learning and how lawyers can effectively work alongside this technology. We will explore this evolving space using real case studies and examples drawn from Australia and other relevant overseas jurisdictions. This session will cover:

  • Where is AI currently being used successfully in legal matters
  • What are the risks and mitigations to consider when adopting this technology
  • How can you get started safely using the technology in your practice
  • What future developments can we expect
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.

Recorded on 30 January 2024
William Howe, Forensic and Technology Services Director, Clayton Utz


1 CPD units

Non-Member $35.00
Member $0.00

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Criminal case law, the year in review – on-demand recording

 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.

This session will cover a broad update of key Criminal Law cases from the last 12 months.
17 February 2024
Andrew Tiedt, Director, J Sutton Associates


1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00

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Case law: Year in review for family lawyers – on-demand recording

 1 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

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.

Recorded on 27 February 2024
Keleigh Robinson, Editors, The Family Lawbook
Craig Nicol, Editors, The Family Lawbook


1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00

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Effective drafting in family law matters – on-demand recording

 1 CPD Unit  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

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.   
Recorded on 27 February 2024
Stephene Tully, Barrister, 6 St James Hall Chambers


1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00

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Privacy and data management for in-house lawyers – on-demand recording

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. 

Recorded on 14 February 2024
Amber Cerny, Partner, Ernst & Young


1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00

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Leaving no room for error: Best practice drafting for put and call option deeds – on-demand recording

1 CPD Unit  On-demand recording

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

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:  

  • 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. 
Recorded on 19 March 2024 
Spyridon Augoustinos, Associate, Green & Associates Solicitors

1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00

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SBS Inclusion Program: Appropriate workplace behaviour – on-demand interactive

1.5 CPD Unit  On-demand interactive
 
                                                                                    

Inclusion is essential in today's legal workplace, both for individuals and for organisations. The SBS Core Inclusion Program comprises eight self-paced courses designed to provide core skills and knowledge around supporting diversity in the workplace.

The Appropriate workplace behaviour course outlines the types of behaviours that are not conducive to a respectful and inclusive workplace, the impacts of inappropriate behaviours, and the action to take if you witness or experience them.

By completing this course you will gain new skills, including being able to:

  • Identify behaviour that may be discrimination, harassment, bullying, vilification, or victimisation
  • Explain the concepts of ‘reasonable management action’ and ‘special measures’
  • Describe the benefits of a diverse and inclusive workplace
  • Explain why it is important for observers of inappropriate behaviour to speak out
  • Find appropriate resources and know what to do if you need to make a complaint or need support
  • Explain the concept of ‘duty of care’
  • Explain the differences between sexual harassment and sex-based harassment
  • Understand how ‘positive duty’ from the Respect@Work Act applies to employers
  • List the seven domains (identified in the Respect@Work report) where organisations need to take action to prevent and respond to sexual harassment
  • Explain what psychosocial hazards are
  • Explain how trauma can exist in the workplace
  • Identify three things people can do to improve their mental health and their general resilience

This course consists of four modules:
  • Discrimination, harassment and bullying
  • Impacts and actions
  • Respect@Work
  • Psychosocial hazards and trauma (created in collaboration with Phoenix Australia)

To view and register for other courses in the SBS Inclusion Program, click here.

Created in February 2024

1.5 CPD units

Non-Member $105.00
Member $75.00

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