Inbrief

Tonight: 2016 Maurice Byers Lecture

At the lectern

The 2016 Maurice Byers Lecture titled, ‘Legal Change – The Role of Advocates’ will be delivered by the Hon R French AC, chief justice of Australia on Wednesday, 22 June at...

Amendments to the High Court Rules

The High Court Amendment (2016 Measures No. 1) Rules 2016 were registered on the Federal Register of Legislative Instruments on 15 June 2016 and take effect from Friday, 1 July 2016. The Amendment...

Position vacant: Law Enforcement Conduct Commission

The NSW Government is seeking to appoint the inaugural chief commissioner to lead the Law Enforcement Conduct Commission (LECC). To obtain position documentation or to apply, please email...

Evidence in International Commercial Arbitration

Monday, 27 June 2016 5.15 pm – 6.15 pm AEST

The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (Australia) Limited and the Federal Court of Australia invite members to attend an evening seminar on "Evidence...

Support Moses SC in the 2016 Vinnies CEO Sleepout

Philanthropy

Senior Vice-President Arthur Moses SC will take part in the 2016 Vinnies CEO Sleepout on 23 June. Over the past ten years the event has raised $24 million to support the St Vincent de...

Coming up in CPD next week

A seminar will be held in the Common Room next Monday 20th June at 5.15pm: "How to be a good junior". Presented by Robert Newlinds SC, Sandra Duggan SC and Ruth Higgins and chaired by Janet McKelvey....

Federal Circuit Court Practice Direction No.1 of 2016

The Federal Circuit Court has issued Practice Direction No. 1 of 2016 Consent Orders in Proceedings Involving a Federal Tribunal Learn more here.

Queen's Birthday Honours List

The following people have received Queen's Birthday honours in the Order of Australia:

Officer in the Order of Australia (AO)

The Hon Justice Arthur Robert Emmett

For distinguished service to the...

First concert of the NSW Lawyers Orchestra - 26 June 2016

The NSW Lawyers Orchestra invites you to join them for their first concert on 26 June 2016, 2.30pm at The Great Hall 215 Forbes Street, Darlinghurst NSW 2010. In their first season, ever, the...

Award for Mullenjaiwakka

Lloyd McDermott (Mullenjaiwakka), has been named as a "Queensland Great" by Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk. The awards were announced on Sunday, 12 June 2016 as part of Queensland Week celebrations.

Bar FC top of the Domain Soccer League table

Bar FC went to the top of the table with a gritty and determined 2-1 win over Sydney Business School today. Whilst we were often beaten by pace and youth, Captain Simon Phillips marshalled the...

Room for sale or licence - 9 Windeyer Chambers

An internal room has become available on 9th Floor Windeyer Chambers.

The room is just over13 square metres, with new LED downlights, floor to ceiling cupboards, open shelving and robing cupboard.

15 Bobber for her Honour Judge Penelope Wass SC

Members of the New South Wales Bar Association are invited to attend the 15 Bobber for her Honour Judge Penelope Wass SC. The 15 Bobber is to be held on Friday, 17 June 2016 in the New South Wales...

Ignite your Spirit - meditation for lawyers

Ignite Your Spirit meditation sessions will bring you rest and relief from a busy week. Learn ways to manage stress day to day, leaving you feeling lighter, brighter and happier. Presented by...

Coming up in CPD next week

A seminar will be held in the Common Room next Monday 20th June at 5.15pm: "How to be a good junior". Presented by Robert Newlinds SC, Sandra Duggan SC and Ruth Higgins and chaired by Janet McKelvey....

WBA Colloquium in honour of Chief Justice Robert French AC

The Western Australian Bar Association is hosting a colloquium to honour the outstanding contribution of Chief Justice Robert French AC on 24 November 2016 at the UWA Club. Papers will cover various...

ALRC Issues Paper 47: Elder Abuse

The Australian Law Reform Commission has published Issues Paper 47: Elder Abuse, regarding how to protect older Australians from abuse by formal and informal carers, supporters, and representatives....

15th International Criminal Law Congress

The 15th International Criminal Law Congress will be held on 12-16 October 2016 at the InterContinental Hotel, Adelaide, SA. For more information about the program and speakers, visit the conference...

15 Bobber for her Honour Judge Penelope Wass SC

Members of the New South Wales Bar Association are invited to attend the 15 Bobber for her Honour Judge Penelope Wass SC. The 15 Bobber is to be held on Friday, 17 June 2016 in the New South Wales...

Deterring domestic violence

New research by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) shows that prison is no more effective in deterring domestic violence (DV) offenders than a suspended sentence. Learn more here.

Expressions of interest for appointment as president of the ACT Civil and Administrative Tribunal

The attorney-general of the Australian Capital Territory, Simon Corbell MLA, invites expressions of interest from eligible and suitably qualified people for appointment as president of the ACT Civil...

Never Pay for Practice Management Software Again

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Very rarely did you ever get anything for free. Well, we are happy to say that times have changed. We would like you to never ever have to pay for practice management...

Support Moses SC in the 2016 Vinnies CEO Sleepout

Senior Vice-President Arthur Moses SC will take part in the 2016 Vinnies CEO Sleepout on 23 June. Over the past ten years the event has raised $24 million to support the St Vincent de Paul's homeless...

Coming up in CPD tonight

A seminar will be held in the Common Room tonight at 5.15pm:"Technology in Chambers- Practice Management software deathmatch". Presented by Steven Richardson and Graham Cousens (Silq), Charlotte...

Law Council sets out election priorities

The Law Council of Australia today launched its 2016 Federal Election Policy Platform, which outlines its priorities for a newly-elected federal government, such as: the legal aid funding crisis;...