Inbrief
Local Court Swearing-in ceremony for Allison Hawkins and Jillian Kiely
Swearing-in
On Monday 28 October 2019 at 9.00am in courtroom 5.2 of the Downing Centre Local Court there will be a Full Bench ceremony to mark the swearing-in of Ms Allison Hawkins and Ms Jillian...
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Local Court Swearing-in ceremony for Janine Lacy and Kevin Hockey
Swearing-in
On Monday 21 October 2019 at 9.00am in courtroom 5.2 of the Downing Centre Local Court there will be a Full Bench ceremony to mark the swearing-in of Ms Janine Lacy and Mr Kevin Hockey...
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Reflections of the Wotton Decision
Thursday 31 October 2019 - NSW Bar Association Common Room
Join us on Thursday, 31 October for a seminar that considers the impact of Wotton v State of Queensland (No 5) [2016] FCA 1457, a...
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Tax Bar and Judiciary Workshop & Dinner
The Australian Bar Association is holding a Tax Bar and Judiciary Workshop & Dinner at the Federal Court in Sydney on 31 October.
The Workshop will provide a unique opportunity for the Bench and Bar...
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Drinks for new women silks
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Celebrate the appointment of Tiffany Wong SC, Elizabeth Raper SC, Jennifer Single SC, Tanya Smith SC and Elisabeth Peden SC - on Tuesday, 22 October at Verandah Bar & Restaurant, at...
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Experts in International Arbitration
Conferences
The Australian Bar Association is a supporting partner of "Experts in International Arbitration", hosted by the Bali International Arbitration and Mediation Center's on 31 October. Mark...
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Tax Bar and Judiciary Workshop & Dinner
The Australian Bar Association is holding a Tax Bar and Judiciary Workshop & Dinner at the Federal Court in Sydney on 31 October.
The Workshop will provide a unique opportunity for the Bench and Bar...
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NSW Barristers' Clerks Association Conference
Registration closes Friday, 11 October
The New South Wales Barristers’ Clerks Association invites clerks and assistant clerks to attend the 2019 Barristers’ Clerks Conference at the Manly...
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Understanding chattel leases and the PPSA
Promoted by the CLA
On 25 October the Commercial Law Association will host a half-day seminar on understanding chattel leases and the Personal Property Securities Act 2009 (Cth). For information...
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Room for Sale - Denman Chambers – 185 Elizabeth St
A large (31.2m2) external room is available for purchase at Denman Chambers. Plenty of natural light with large windows and lovely views overlooking Hyde Park. Sale includes law library in the room,...
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Room for Sale or Licence - Sixth Floor Windeyer Chambers
Must sell. All offers considered. Commitments elsewhere following a statutory appointment. An internal room is available for sale or licence at Sixth Floor Windeyer Chambers. Floor fees are $2,653.00...
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Minds Count Annual Lecture 2019
Wellbeing
The Minds Count Annual Lecture will take place on Wednesday 16 October 2019, 5.45pm for 6.00pm start – 8pm at The Federal Court, Room 1, Level 21, Sydney.
Please join the Minds Count...
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Bench and Bar Drinks
Wellbeing
Bench and Bar Drinks will be held on Tuesday, 15 October 2019 from 5.00pm to 6.30pm in the Bar Common Room. A selection of excellent Shiraz will be available for tasting. All members are...
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Bar Council elections and AGM
Governance
Nominations for the 2020 Bar Council closed at 4.00pm on Tuesday, 8 October. Nominations were received from 28 senior counsel and 46 members of the junior bar (including 10 under 5s)....
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ALSA + SurfAid Breakfast
Wellbeing
The Australasian Lawyers Surfing Association invites you to breakfast with Nat Young and Wayne "Rabbit" Bartholomew on 24 October. Tickets cost $50. All money raised will go to support...
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Retirement of Chief Commissioner Kite
Ceremonial sitting
The Industrial Relations Commission will hold a ceremonial sitting to mark the retirement of Chief Commissioner Kite on Wednesday, 20 November at 9.30am at Level 10, 10-14 Smith...
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Conversation on Current Issues in the Practice of Employment and Industrial Law
Tomorrow
The Federal Court of Australia invites practitioners to a Conversation on Current Issues in the Practice of Employment and Industrial Law Hosted by The Hon. Justice Mordy Bromberg.
Format:...
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NSW Barristers' Clerks Association Conference
Registration for the 2019 Barristers’ Clerks Conference and Conference Opening Event closes this Friday, 11 October 2019.
The New South Wales Barristers’ Clerks Association (‘NSWBCA’)...
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Cross-Examination of perpetrators and victims of family violence
Monday, 11 November 2019 AND Monday, 18 November 2019
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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International Arbitration:The Gyles Report
Wednesday, 16 October 2019 - in the Common Room
The Gyles Report identifies issues and makes recommendations for barristers practising in international arbitration, both in Australia and abroad. ...
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Reflections of the Wotton Decision
Thursday 31 October 2019 - NSW Bar Association Common Room
Join us on Thursday, 31 October for a seminar that considers the impact of Wotton v State of Queensland (No 5) [2016] FCA 1457, a...
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Elder abuse: changes to Legal Aid NSW eligibility
Access to justice
The Legal Aid NSW Board approved changes to the means test, and civil and family law policies, to clarify that legal aid is available for people who are experiencing, or at risk...
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Corporations and Insolvency Law Update
Tuesday 22 October 2019 - in the Common Room
This Commercial Law Section CPD seminar will be presented by Michael Izzo SC, Danielle Forrester and Sonia Tame, and chaired by The Honourable Justice...
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How barristers work: Valuing your skills and time
Wednesday, 6 November 2019 - in the Common Room
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...
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Public Law Weekend
The Australian National University's Centre for International and Public Law will hold its annual Public Law Weekend on Friday, 1 November. 'Technology, Public Law and Public Administration' will...
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