Inbrief
Farewell to Judge Gregory Woods QC
A bench farewell will be held for his Honour Judge Gregory Woods QC on Friday, 10 February 2017 at 9.00am in the ceremonial courtroom on level 21 of John Maddison Tower. Brad Hughes SC will speak on...
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Opening of 2017 Law Term religious services
Monday, 6 February 2017
- The Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Annunciation – 6:30 PM
Wednesday, 8 February 2017
- The Great Synagogue – 5:30 PM
Thursday, 9 February 2017
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STEP address: Issues with the use of ADR in will disputes
Promoted by STEP
The Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) invites you to an address by Ian Davidson SC on "Issues with the use of ADR in will disputes". It will be held on Wednesday, 15...
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Forensics Breakfast Series
Seminar series: 7.45am - 8.45am every Wednesday from 15 February - 22 March 2017
Have you ever struggled with how CCTV or other images can be used in court, how to...
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New director of BarCare
Wellbeing
Penny Johnston has retired as the director of BarCare. Her replacement, Jenny Houen, can be contacted on either 0427 317 958 or via email: jhouen@barcare.org.
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Common Law Practice Update 99
The Bar Association's Common Law Committee has published Practice Update 99, with case notes on sections 78 and 94 and 126 of the Motor Accidents Compensation Act 1999 (NSW); sections 5B and 5O of...
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2017 Cross-examination Seminar and Workshop
The Cross-examination Seminar and Workshop is organised year by the New Barristers Committee and is aimed at encouraging junior barristers to practice their cross-examination skills and to also watch...
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Team from 12th Floor Wentworth completes the Cole Classic ocean race
Philanthropy
On Sunday, 5 February 2017 James Renwick SC and Andrew Harding swam in the Cole Classic ocean race from Manly to Shelly Beach in honour of Robert Dubler SC and to raise some funds...
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Memorial to Celebrate the Life of Penelope Watson – Law Teacher- Barrister
Vale
Penelope passed away 29 December 2016. Please join us on 11 March 2017 for a Memorial to celebrate the life of Penelope Watson, from 2:00pm to 6:00pm at Treehouse Hotel, 60 Miller Street, North...
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Robert Dubler's road to recovery
Philanthropy
Robert Dubler SC, a cherished member of the 12th Floor, became a quadriplegic in May 2016 as a result of a surfing accident. He is working hard at recovery but the road is long,...
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Swearing in ceremony for Magistrate Thomas and Magistrate Horan
Appointments
Brett Thomas and Susan Horan will be sworn-in as magistrates of the Local Court of NSW at a ceremonial sitting on Monday, 6 February 2017 in Court 5.2 of the Downing Centre. The...
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2017 Personal Injury/Common Law Conference
Registrations are OPEN for the 2017 Personal Injury and Common Law Conference, which will be held at the Hilton Sydney on Saturday 11 March.
The conference offers 5 CPD points.
The conference runs...
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Forensics Breakfast Series
Seminar series: 7.45am - 8.45am every Wednesday from 15 February - 22 March 2017
Have you ever struggled with how CCTV or other images can be used in court, how to...
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Can lawyers be replaced by machines that read?
According to the results of a recent survey in a US publication, Corporate Counsel, 40 per cent of in-house attorneys in major American corporations said they rely on technology assisted review...
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15 Bobber for Magistrate Brender and Magistrate Soars
Collegiality
Members of the NSW Bar Association are invited to attend the 15 Bobber for Magistrate Rodney Brender & Magistrate Julie Soars. The 15 Bobber will be held Friday 17 March in the New...
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2018 Parramatta Conference - Early Bird Registrations Close Friday
Early bird registrations for the 2018 Parramatta CPD Conference at the discounted price will close this Friday, Friday 17 February. You can still register after this date at the normal price.
The...
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First Bar Book Club meeting for 2017
Wellbeing
The first meeting of the book club for 2017 will be held on Wednesday, 15 February at 6.00pm in the Bar Library. The chosen book will be The Dinner by Herman Koch. A review can be found...
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Death penalty symposium
Law reform and public affairs
It will be 50 years this Friday since the hanging of Ronald Ryan at Pentridge Prison in Melbourne. The Law Council of Australia will hold a national symposium on...
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New president and CEO of the ABA
The Australian Bar Association has welcomed in the 2017 law term with the announcement of the association’s new president, Will Alstergren QC and new CEO, Cindy Penrose. Learn more here.
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Forensics Breakfast Series
Seminar series: 7.45am - 8.45am every Wednesday from 15 February - 22 March 2017
Have you ever struggled with how CCTV or other images can be used in court, how to...
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National Access to Justice & Pro Bono Conference - early bird registrations end Friday
Early bird registration for the National Access to Justice and Pro Bono Conference 2017 closes this Friday, 3 February 2017. Registrants go into the draw to win either a $225 voucher for an all day...
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Nominations now open for Press Freedom Medal
The Australian Press Council is calling for nominations for its Press Freedom Medal, to be awarded to an individual who has demonstrated extraordinary commitment or service to the cause of press...
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Day in the Life of a Civil Litigator Program
Call for lawyers to get involved
The NSW Young Lawyers Civil Litigation Committee’s "Day in the Life of a Civil Litigator" Program will commence on 1 June 2017 and conclude on 29 September 2017.
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