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Briefing counsel for government lawyers – on-demand recording

1 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.

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


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 20 February 2024
Bianca Gallifuoco, Barrister, Level 22 Chambers

1 CPD units

Non-Member $150.00
Member $105.00

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