Inbrief
The Forbes Society presents - two lectures in legal history
Part One - Tonight
A lecture co-sponsored by the Forbes Society and the Selden Society, to be given by the Hon John Bryson QC titled "Henry VIII’s Will and the Politics of Succession" will be held...
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The Prorogation Case: Judicial Review in the Age of Brexit
NSW Chapter of the Australian Association of Constitutional Law is presenting a seminar on The Prorogation Case: Judicial Review in the Age of Brexit.
Date: Tuesday, 12 November 2019
Time:...
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ACICA launch Australian Arbitration Survey
ACICA has launched the Australian Arbitration Survey to gather empirical evidence from practitioners as to what works in arbitration and what can be improved on. The survey will assist by,...
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Room for sale on Ninth Floor Selborne
A single room on Ninth Floor Selborne Chambers, with Phillip Street frontage, has recently been made available for sale (3,000 shares in Counsel’s Chambers Ltd). For further information regarding...
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External Room for Licence - Ada Evans Chambers - HOLD FOR 25/11
An external room is available to licence at Ada Evans Chambers. The room is approximately 16 square metres, furnished and with two large panel windows. Floor fees are $1,400 per month (+ GST), plus...
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Why “radical” is not a dirty word in family law reform
The President of the Law Council of Australia recently gave a speech to the Law Society of Newcastle which delivered on Friday 1 November 2019.
To view a copy of the transcript, please click here.
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UNSW Law Hal Wootten Lecture 2019
Honourable Dr. Justice Chandrachud, Supreme Court of India will deliver the 2019 Hal Wotten Lecture at 6.00pm on Wednesday, 4 December at UNSW’s Kensington Campus. Registration is essential, the...
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Can Too Foundation - 1klm Ocean Swim 2020
Craig Lambert, Barrister of 6th Floor Windeyer Chambers is in training with Can Too Foundation for Sydney 1klm Ocean Swim 2020 to help fund lifesaving Aussie cancer research.
Craig currently has...
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Fundraiser for the Indigenous Barristers Trust - The Mum Shirl Fund
Philanthropy
The First Nations Committee will host a fundraiser on 20 November from 5.00pm at the Public Defenders Chambers, 23/1 Oxford Street. Try some bush tucker food and drinks by First...
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The Forbes Society presents - two lectures in legal history
First Lecture Tomorrow
A lecture co-sponsored by the Forbes Society and the Selden Society, to be given by the Hon John Bryson QC titled "Henry VIII’s Will and the Politics of Succession" will be...
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New South Wales Bar Association - office hours tomorrow, 5 November 2019
The Bar Association's office will close at 3.30 pm tomorrow.
The office will reopen at the usual time of 8.30 am the following day, Wednesday 6 November.
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2020 Personal Injury and Common Law Conference
Continuing Professional Development
Registrations are OPEN for the 2020 Personal Injury and Common Law Conference, which will be held at the Hilton Hotel, George Street on Saturday 14 March 2020.
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Cross-Examination of perpetrators and victims of family violence.
Monday, 11 November 2019 AND Monday, 18 November
On 11 September 2019, s 102NA of the Family Law Act 1975 commenced operation. The new amendment is intended to provide protection to victims of...
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Cross-Examination of perpetrators and victims of family violence.
Monday, 11 November 2019 AND Monday, 18 November
On 11 September 2019, s 102NA of the Family Law Act 1975 commenced operation. The new amendment is intended to provide protection to victims of...
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2019 Bar Council Annual General Meeting
Governance
The Annual General Meeting will be held on 7 November 2019 at 5.00pm in the Common Room of the New South Wales Bar Association, Lower Ground Floor, Selborne Chambers, 174-180 Phillip...
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Room for sale on Ninth Floor Selborne
A single room on Ninth Floor Selborne Chambers, with Phillip Street frontage, has recently been made available for sale (3,000 shares in Counsel’s Chambers Ltd). For further information regarding...
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Short Term Licence opportunity - 13th Floor St James Hall
A room has become available for licence for six months on Level 14 of chambers. The room is fitted out with quality shelving and a robing cupboard. The room is 14.0m2 and is located next to Senior...
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WLA releases Leading Practice Guide 2019-20
Diversity
WLANSW today released its 7th Law Firm Comparison report showing that promotion of women to partnership is slowly improving but is erratic. The number of law firms with 30-40 per cent...
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Toongabbie Legal Centre - 12th Annual Community Fundraising Dinner, Saturday, 16 November 2019
The Toongabbie Legal Centre will be holding its 12th Annual Community Fundraising Dinner on Saturday 16 November 2019 from 6pm in Bowman Hall, Campbell Street, Blacktown. The Chief Guest on the...
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Election of 2020 Bar Council - the Ballot
Ballot papers for the election of the 2020 Bar Council have been mailed to all those eligible to vote.
Return of ballot paper
The envelope containing the ballot paper must bear the name of the...
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Direct Access Factsheet
Practice support
The Bar Association's website features a recently-revised Direct Access Factsheet, which offers an overview of the rules and regulations applicable to direct access briefs,...
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How barristers work: Valuing your skills and time
Wednesday, 6 November
Do you make the most of your skills and time? How do solicitors know in which practice areas to brief you? Join our panel as they discuss practical tips for making your...
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Cross-Examination of perpetrators and victims of family violence.
Monday, 11 November 2019 AND Monday, 18 November
On 11 September 2019, s 102NA of the Family Law Act 1975 commenced operation. The new amendment is intended to provide protection to victims of...
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Uluru Statement should be respected
The President of the Law Council of Austraila, Arthur Moses SC has today issued a media release stating "A voice for Indigenous Australians must be heard by parliament not just by the government if...
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Do you move?
Have you moved to new chambers since your practising certificate was last issued? If so, please notify the Bar Association of your change in practice address. The Legal Profession Uniform Law...
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