Inbrief

Common Law Practice Update 104

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The Bar Association has published Common Law Practice Update 104, with case notes on sections 63, 65 and 109 of the Motor Accidents Compensation Act 1999 (NSW); educational institutions' duty of...

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Legal Services Council appointments

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Appointments

The attorneys-general of NSW and Victoria have reappointed the inaugural members of the Legal Services Council, extending the members’ tenures until October 2020. Learn more here.

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Developing a Reasonable Estimate of Fees

Free webinar series: Innovative Law Practice Techniques

The American Bar Association's Law Practice Division and the New South Wales Bar Association will hold a joint webinar panel discussion on...

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United Nations Day Lecture

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International trade law

The United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL) was founded 50 years ago. The United Nations Day Lecture will be held on Tuesday, 5 December 2017 in Court...

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Coming up in CPD tonight

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Tuesday, November 28 2017:_ 'Complaints Against Judicial Officers: The Role of the Judicial Commission'_

Presented by Ernest Schmatt, Chief Executive, Judicial Commission of New South Wales and...

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Coming up in CPD next week

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Tuesday, November 28 2017:_ 'Complaints Against Judicial Officers: The Role of the Judicial Commission'_

Presented by Ernest Schmatt, Chief Executive, Judicial Commission of New South Wales and...

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CPD Record Form

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Members are reminded to accrue 10 points worth of continuing professional development (CPD) activities each year. In addition to completing sufficient CPD activities between 1 April 2017 and 31...

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Twilight Tour of Little Steps Early Learning Centre

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Member services and benefits

Little Steps Early Learning Centre invite members to a Twilight Tour at 1 Bligh Street on Thursday, 30 November 2017 at 6.30pm-8.30pm. Learn more here.

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New regulations unfair to motor accident victims

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Law reform and public affairs

President Arthur Moses SC has issued a media release regarding regulations made under the Motor Accident Injuries Act 2017, which will significantly reduce the rights...

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NSW Bar Association CPD Conferences 2018

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Registrations are now OPEN for the New South Wales Bar Association Regional CPD Conferences. For more details about each venue, speakers and the costs involved please click here

  • Saturday, 17...
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Desmond Christopher Andersen QC (1932-2017)

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Vale

Desmond Andersen QC, formerly of 8 Garfield Barwick Chambers, died last night. Members will be advised of funeral arrangements as soon as they are known.

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Robert Dubler SC appointed to NCAT

Appointments

NSW Attorney General Mark Speakman SC has announced the appointment of Robert Dubler SC as a part-time senior member of the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal for a term of five...

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High risk offenders legislation passes through the NSW Parliament

Law reform and public affairs

The NSW Government's most recent counter-terrorism legislation, the Terrorism (High Risk Offenders) Bill has passed both houses of parliament. President Arthur Moses SC...

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ACCAL Strata Law Conference

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The Australian College of Community Association Lawyers will hold their 13th annual Strata Law Conference in Melbourne on Thursday, 1 and Friday, 2 March 2018. For more information about ACCAL or the...

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ADRA Christmas workshop and dinner

Members are invited to the Australian Dispute Resolution Association's Christmas Event on Tuesday, 28 November 2017. There will be a workshop from 3.15pm to 5.30pm, followed by Christmas Dinner at...

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Indigenous pre-law students visit to Bar Association

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Diversity

As part of the NSW Bar Association’s Reconciliation Action Plan, we host an annual visit from the Indigenous students attending the UNSW pre-law course. This year the visit is on...

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Motor Accident Guidelines and Regulation to take effect on 1 December

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The Motor Accident Injuries Act 2017 (NSW) (the Act) establishes a new scheme of compulsory third party (CTP) insurance and the provision of benefits and support relating to people injured as a...

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United Nations Day Lecture re-scheduled to 5 December

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International trade law

The United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL) was founded 50 years ago. The United Nations Day Lecture will be held on Wednesday, 5 December 2017 in...

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NSW Bar Association CPD Conferences 2018

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Registrations are now OPEN for the New South Wales Bar Association Regional CPD Conferences. For more details about each venue, speakers and the costs involved please click here

  • Saturday, 17...
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Coming up in CPD tonight

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Wednesday, November 22 2017: 'David and Goliath: A talk on the Yindjibarndi Aboriginal Corporation v Andrew Forrest’s Fortescue Metals Group'

Presented by Vance Hughston SC and Tina Jowett....

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Book a Fitting, we’ll come to you!

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Karen Gee exclusive women’s wardrobe consultations

Featuring the finest made-to-order women’s garments exclusively by Karen Gee, we provide private consultations at your...

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Funeral arrangements for Jose Crespo (1964-2017)

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A funeral will be held for Jose Crespo on Monday, 27 November 2017 at 11.00am in Mary Mother of Mercy Chapel, Barnett Ave, Rookwood.

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Cooperation between Bench and Bar during Queens Square shutdown

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Message from President Arthur Moses SC

The Law Courts Building re-opened on 15 November 2017. Chief Justice Bathurst AC has asked me to thank members of the New South Wales Bar for their cooperation...

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NSW Bar Association CPD Conferences 2018

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Registrations are now OPEN for the New South Wales Bar Association Regional CPD Conferences. For more details about each venue, speakers and the costs involved please click here

  • Saturday, 17...
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Coming up in CPD this week

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Wednesday, November 22 2017: 'David and Goliath: A talk on the Yindjibarndi Aboriginal Corporation v Andrew Forrest’s Fortescue Metals Group'

Presented by Vance Hughston SC and Tina Jowett....

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