Inbrief

SCNSW issues new Practice Notes for Possession List and Mediation

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Chief Justice Spigelman AC has approved changes to the Supreme Court's Practice Notes covering the Possession List and mediation. The amended Practice Notes were issued on 10 March 2010, and both...

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Be part of the Great Bar Blood Drive

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The Red Cross Blood Service's Elizabeth Street Donor Centre needs to collect more than 80 blood donations every day. The Health, Sport and Recreation Committee has organised a **Blood Drive **for...

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Sydney Family Law Courts' Liaison Meeting

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The Family Court of Australia and Federal Magistrates Court will be holding its next Family Law Liaison Meeting with the legal profession on Wednesday, 24 March at 5.00pm. The meeting provides a...

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A salute to Commodore Slattery

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On 10 March 2010 the Hon Justice Michael Slattery was appointed as a deputy judge advocate general (DJAG) - a position which carries the rank of commodore in the Royal Australian Navy. Justice...

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Reminder: Law and the Relevance of Social Values is on tonight

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The first of a series of lectures on law, social values and advocacy, 'The Law Instinct', will be held this evening at 5.15pm. Professor Dutton, a world-renowned philosopher and author of the...

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Reminder:15 Bobber for the Hon Justice Anna Katzmann

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The 15 Bobber to celebrate the appointment of the Hon Justice Anna Katzmann to the Federal Court a 15 Bobber will be held on Friday, 9 April 2010. Speaking for Justice Katzmann will be Dennis...

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Liquor Licensing in NSW: A Report Card (ADVERTISEMENT)

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Legalwise seminars invite members to attend 'A Year-in-Review of NSW Liquor Licensing', to be chaired by Tony Hatzis of William Deane Chambers. The new licensing regime commenced on 1 July 2008. This...

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Web watch: New South Wales Court of Appeal

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The New South Wales Court of Appeal has launched its new web page. It is designed to provide easy access to information regarding: the practice and procedure of the Court of Appeal; the status of...

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Speeches from the swearing in of Michael Ball

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A ceremonial sitting for the swearing-in of Michael Ball as a judge of the Supreme Court was held on Tuesday, 13 April 2010. Phil Boulten SC spoke on behalf of the bar. Download a transcript of the...

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Results for 2010 Bar Library Academy Awards Competition

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The winner of this year’s competition is **Hal Altan, of Tenth Floor St James' Hall Chambers, **with a total of 12 correct answers. Results ranged between three and 12. To be tactful, and to...

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Vale Paul Urquhart QC (1944-2010)

A requiem mass for Paul Urquhart QC, former District Court judge, will be held on Monday, 15 March 2010 at 10.30am in the Church of Mary Immaculate, Victoria Street, Waverley.

**11 March 2010 **

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Latest part of the NSWLR now online

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NSWLR Volume 74, Part 1, is now available to online and print subscribers. For a list of cases in the part, and other NSWLR parts and volumes, go to www.nswlr.com.au/reports.

**9 March 2010 **

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Cheap and Quick Bench and Bar Lunch

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A Bench and Bar Lunch will be held tomorrow at 1.00pm **in the Hyde Park Barracks, Macquarie Street. A selection of main courses will be offered with tea or coffee for just $25. To book...

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Opportunities for legal practitioners with RAMSI Law and Justice Program

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The Regional Assistance Mission to Solomon Islands (RAMSI) Law and Justice Program offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic developing environment, mentoring and empowering local Solomon...

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Breakfast on the run: a healthy option for time-poor barristers

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Going to court on an empty stomach?� Just forgetting to eat at all? The Health, Sport and Recreation Committee has arranged for three local eateries to provide healthy, quick takeaway breakfast...

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The Bar Football Team seeks talented players

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Expressions of interest are sought from members of the bar who wish to join the NSW Bar Football Squad in 2010. The only qualification for selection is a love of the Beautiful Game. A team was formed...

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New dispute resolution facilities for Sydney

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Commonwealth Attorney General Robert McClelland and NSW Attorney General John Hatzistergos have unveiled plans for "Australia’s first dedicated international dispute resolution centre", which...

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New courses from the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (ADVERTISEMENT)

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FAST TRACK TO FELLOWSHIP: 17-18 April 2010, Sydney This course is designed for practising lawyers with at least 10 years litigation experience and who have sufficient experience in arbitration. It...

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Reminder: 2010 Maurice Byers Address is on tonight

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The 2010 Maurice Byers Address will be delivered by David Bennett AC QC,** tonight, Wednesday, 3 March 2010 at 5.15pm **in the Bar Association Common Room. The title of the lecture will be "Rules...

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