Inbrief

Appointment to note: solicitor general of the NT

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Sonia Brownhill SC, barrister at William Forster Chambers and vice-president of the NT Bar Association, has been appointed as solicitor general of the Northern Territory.

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Senior Counsel Information Seminar

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A Senior Counsel Information Seminar is being held on Monday, 27 June 2016 starting in the Bar Common Room at 5.15pm for all members who wish to apply for silk this year. The principles governing the...

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First concert of the NSW Lawyers Orchestra - 26 June 2016

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The NSW Lawyers Orchestra held their first full weekend rehearsal on 18-19 June 2016 at the Law Society Dispute Resolution Centre. This passionate group of musicians, most of whom come from different...

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Moses SC to sleep in the cold tonight

Philanthropy

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

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Stars of The Castle join the Legal Aid Matters campaign

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Michael Caton and Costas Kilias, both of whom starred in The Castle, have joined the Legal Aid Matters campaign. Both have donated their time to make YouTube videos calling on the federal government...

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Adding value to your details on Find a Barrister

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Members are reminded to periodically review and update their personal profile on Find-a-Barrister. If a member wishes to provide additional biographical information, it is advisable to insert a link...

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Ludlows Sydney is Moving

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As of 1/7/2016 Ludlows Sydney is relocating from inside The Co-op Book Store to just next door at Australia Forms (153 Phillip Street.)

Same products and service- new location.

Additionally: Take...

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2016 Tutors & Readers Dinner

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Collegiality

All Readers from the 2/15 and 1/16 Bar Practice Course and their Tutors are invited to attend the Tutors & Readers Dinner on Friday, 29 July. The dinner will be held at the Rooftop...

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Precedent forms for use in the Supreme Court Adoptions List

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In conjunction with the development of Practice Note SC EQ 13 – Adoptions, precedent forms of summons and affidavits have been developed for use in the Adoptions List. The forms may be located...

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Appointment to note: solicitor-general of WA

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Peter Quinlan SC, barrister at Perth's Francis Burt Chambers, has been appointed as the new solicitor-general of Western Australia.

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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...

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Evidence in International Commercial Arbitration

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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...

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Support Moses SC in the 2016 Vinnies CEO Sleepout

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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...

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Coming up in CPD next week

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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....

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Federal Circuit Court Practice Direction No.1 of 2016

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

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Queen's Birthday Honours List

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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...

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First concert of the NSW Lawyers Orchestra - 26 June 2016

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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...

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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.

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Bar FC top of the Domain Soccer League table

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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...

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Room for sale or licence - 9 Windeyer Chambers

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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.

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15 Bobber for her Honour Judge Penelope Wass SC

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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...

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Ignite your Spirit - meditation for lawyers

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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...

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Coming up in CPD next week

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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....

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