Inbrief
BAQ and ABA join forces for 2020 Conference for the whole profession
In 2020 the Bar Association of Queensland joins with the Australian Bar Association to host its annual conference in Brisbane. From the Welcome event on Thursday 5 March through to its conclusion on...
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Commencement of the 2020 Law Year
Religious ceremonies for the opening of Law Term begin on 3 February 2020. View a full list of services here.
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World Bar Conference 2020 in Hong Kong on 8-9 April 2020
Early bird registrations are now open for the World Bar Conference 2020 which will take place on 8-9 April 2020 at The Murray, Hong Kong.
With the theme “Common Law in an Uncommon World”, the...
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Case management in the Supreme Court – Probate List
From 3 February 2020, all contested proceedings in the Probate List will be case managed by Justice Lindsay, the Probate List Judge. Directions before the Probate List Judge will take place on a...
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Bar Association office hours during Christmas - New Year
The Bar Library and the office of the New South Wales Bar Association will close for the Christmas-New Year holiday at midday on Friday, 20 December. The main office reopens at 9.00am on Monday, 6...
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NSW Bar Association appoints Director, Projects and Practice Development
The NSW Bar Association is pleased to announce the appointment of Suanne Colley to the role of Director, Projects and Practice Development. Suanne will work with the Executive Director, as a member...
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BAQ and ABA join forces for 2020 Conference for the whole profession
In 2020 the Bar Association of Queensland joins with the Australian Bar Association to host its annual conference in Brisbane. From the Welcome event on Thursday 5 March through to its conclusion on...
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Commencement of the 2020 Law Year
Religious ceremonies for the opening of Law Term begin on 3 February 2020. View a full list of services here.
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Book Club Meeting 2020
There are two books to add to your holiday reading list. Feel free to read either or both over the break as we will be discussing them at the first book club meeting at 5.30pm on Tuesday 11 February...
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2020 Regional Conference Series - Programs Released
The NSW Bar Association is proud to announce the release of the 2020 Regional Conference Series programs:
- Newcastle, Saturday 22 February 2020, Novotel Newcastle Beach - Program
- North Coast...
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2020 Personal Injury/Common Law Conference - Program Release
The Conference Program for the 2020 Personal Injury/Common Law Conference has been released.
The 2020 Personal Injury and Common Law Conference will be held at Hilton Hotel, George Street on...
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Volunteers sought for legal assistance to bushfire victims and charitable donations
A message from President Tim Game SC
Further to my message to the Bar of 6 January the Bar Association is working with the NSW Attorney General, Legal Aid NSW, the Law Society of NSW and other legal...
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Federal Court of Australia - Support available to those impacted by bushfires
The Federal Court of Australia wishes to advise members that support is available to those who have been affected by the disaster and require assistance in relation to a current or prospective matter...
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Experienced Barristers Program Lunch
For the diary
The Experienced Barristers Program will hold its next lunch on Wednesday, 12 February 2020 at the University and Schools Club from 12pm to 2pm. Enjoy a fine meal in a lively and...
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NCAT Legal Bulletin Issue 9 of 2019
To view a copy of the latest NCAT Legal Bulletin click here.
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Expressions of Interest: NT Pro Bono Relief Scheme
The NT Pro Bono Relief Scheme is a new pilot program which is being coordinated by the Law Council of Australia and the Law Society Northern Territory. It will offer a unique opportunity for lawyers...
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Have you been Pwned?
Practice support - digital security
HaveIBeenPwned is a free resource for anyone to quickly assess if they may have been put at risk due to an online account of theirs having been compromised or...
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BAQ and ABA join forces for 2020 Conference for the whole profession
In 2020 the Bar Association of Queensland joins with the Australian Bar Association to host its annual conference in Brisbane. From the Welcome event on Thursday 5 March through to its conclusion on...
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Critical Microsoft vulnerabilities
Practice support - reminder to keep your software up-to-date
The Bar Association's Innovation and Technology Committee respectfully reminds members of the need to keep their operating systems and...
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Commencement of the 2020 Law Year
Religious ceremonies for the opening of Law Term begin on 3 February 2020. View a full list of services here.
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Save the Date! Twilight Seminar with Jonathan Rudin, Aboriginal Legal Services Toronto, Canada and the Bar Book Committee
When: Tuesday 11 February 2020
Time: 5pm-7pm
Venue: New South Wales Bar Association Common Room, Selborne Chambers, Basement Level, 174 Phillip St Sydney NSW 2000
Hear from well-known international...
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Director of Legal Services for ACT Integrity Commission
Positions Vacant
Attached here is a position description for a new appointment to the ACT Integrity Commission.
The position could be of particular interest to a legally qualified person who seeks...
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NSW legislation website—NEW print-on-demand functionality
The NSW Parliamentary Counsel’s Office’s (PCO) has just rolled out a new feature on the NSW legislation website to streamline on-demand ordering and printing of NSW legislation in hard copy. This...
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BAQ and ABA join forces for 2020 Conference for the whole profession
In 2020 the Bar Association of Queensland joins with the Australian Bar Association to host its annual conference in Brisbane. From the Welcome event on Thursday 5 March through to its conclusion on...
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Bar and Bench v Solicitors Golf Day
Registrations close today
One of the legal profession's great sporting institutions is the Solicitors v Bar and Bench Golf Day. In recent years the Bench and Bar team has emerged victorious in...
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