This session was recorded on 30 March 2026 as part of the Commercial law: 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 practitioners in commercial law, while earning four CPD units. Topics include:

Commercial law case update – Anita Thompson, Partner, Allens

This session will review the ACCC’s priorities over the past year and analyse how these have shaped recent enforcement actions. It will conclude with a forward-looking perspective on emerging trends, including the rise of private actions and increased use of avenues under the Australian Consumer Law to target an increasingly broad range of conduct by businesses, offering valuable insights for navigating a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape.

Legal ethics in commercial litigation – Nick Satouris, Professional Support Solicitor, Law Society of NSW
This session on ethics will include the applicability of the Australian Solicitors Conduct Rules for practitioners working in commercial litigation.

Navigating AUSTRAC’s starter program for legal practice – from unboxing to action – Carol Prasad, Professional Support Solicitor, Law Society of NSW
AUSTRAC’s new Starter Program is designed to help legal practitioners meet their anti-money laundering/counter terrorism financing (AML/CTF) obligations. This presentation explores how the Legal Practice Starter Program will guide practitioners through risk assessment, client due diligence, an AML/CTF program and other key obligations. Attendees will gain practical insights into what to expect from the Starter Program, how to prepare their practices, and the critical first steps towards a compliant and resilient profession.

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.