Inbrief
Barristers' Safe Place meets on Friday, 19 November
Wellbeing
Safe Place is a confidential discussion group that takes place every two weeks. All participants are admitted to a Zoom webinar anonymously. You can:
- choose to identify yourself and...
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The 38th Great Bar Boat Race
Notice of Race and Entry Form now available
The 38th Great Bar Boat Race 2021 Invitational Challenge will be held on Monday, 20 December 2021 beginning at 11.00am in the vicinity of Shark Island /...
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Thought Leadership: Getting to ‘net zero’ – Monday 29 November
Given that much of our economy and workforce is devoted to carbon-intensive activities, how can we assist clients in navigating the complex legal and compliance issues of a low carbon economy while...
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Family Violence and the Family Law System: Observations and practical advice from a treating psychiatrist
Webinar - Tuesday, 23 November 2021
The NSW Bar Association’s Family Law Committee invites members to a conversation with Dr Karen Williams, Consultant Psychiatrist and founder of Doctors Against...
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Advanced Trial Advocacy
Webinar - Wednesday 24 November 2021
The New South Wales Bar Association’s Education Committee are delighted to host His Honour Judge Craig Smith SC, Craig Everson SC and Troy Anderson SC for a...
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Joint New South Wales Bar Association and Law Society of NSW Media Release - Unjustified Criticism of Judicial Officers Undermines Confidence in our Justice System
Recent comments by the Minister for Police in relation to the decision to grant bail to Mostafa Baluch are unfortunate and have the potential to unnecessarily undermine public confidence in our...
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State legislative power and the Constitution: Mineralogy Pty Ltd v Western Australia [2021] HCA 30; Palmer v Western Australia [2021] HCA 31
The AACL is delighted to welcome Stephen Free SC and Professor Rosalind Dixon to present on the recent cases of Mineralogy Pty Ltd v Western Australia [2021] HCA 30 and Palmer v Western Australia...
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Toongabbie Legal Centre MCLE programs for October and November 2021 - Registration now open
Toongabbie Legal Centre is pleased to announce a number of MCLE programs for November 2021. Registration is now open.
The following sessions are open for registration:
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Walk around the Botanic Gardens every Monday at lunch time
Wellbeing
Weather permitting, the Bar Walking Group will emerge from lockdown next Monday, 15 November 2021 at 1.05pm. Meet at the fountain at the top of Martin Place and Macquarie Street every...
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Bar Association Office Bearers for 2022
Governance
At a meeting of the Bar Council on the evening of 11 November 2021, the following were elected as office bearers of the Bar Association:
President: Michael McHugh SC
Senior...
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New consolidated NCAT Adjournments Guideline
NCAT has developed a new consolidated Adjournments Guideline. This Guideline helps parties understand when a hearing can be postponed or delayed.
The Adjournments Guideline explains:
• when and...
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Invitation to Women Silks Drinks - ticket sales are now closed
Thank you to everyone who has arranged to attend Women Barristers Forum Silks Celebration 24th November 2021.
We have now reached capacity for the venue and are looking forward to a great event.
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Family Violence and the Family Law System: Observations and practical advice from a treating psychiatrist
Webinar - Tuesday, 23 November 2021
The NSW Bar Association’s Family Law Committee invites members to a conversation with Dr Karen Williams, Consultant Psychiatrist and founder of Doctors Against...
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Advanced Trial Advocacy
Webinar - Wednesday 24 November 2021
The New South Wales Bar Association’s Education Committee are delighted to host His Honour Judge Craig Smith SC, Craig Everson SC and Troy Anderson SC for a...
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Call for Papers: 2022 Regional Conference Series
2022 Regional Confernece Series
The Bar Association's Professional Development Department invites members to submit suggestions for papers to be included in the Association's 2022 Regional CPD...
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Tonight: Personal costs orders: procedure and pitfalls
Webinar - Thursday 11 November 2021
The spectre of personal costs orders against legal practitioners strikes fear in the heart of all but the very brave or foolhardy.
Join Katherine Oldfield, Matt...
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Ceremonial Sittings - Federal Circuit Court and Family Court of Australia
As advised previously via In Brief Ceremonial Sittings will be held at the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia to welcome newly appointed Judges as follows:
- Judge Murdoch on 11 November...
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Briefing and working with new junior barristers: what solicitors look for
Congeniality - Wednesday 17 November 2021
The New Barristers’ Committee is hosting a regular “Zoom Catch Up” series as a way for new barristers to connect with each other. The second in the...
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The Impact of COVID-19 on Prisoners’ Rights - What Barristers Need to Know
Webinar - Tuesday 16 November 2021
The NSW Bar Association's Human Rights Committee will host a CPD on "The Impact of COVID-19 on Prisoners' Rights - What Barristers Need to Know" on Tuesday 16...
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State legislative power and the Constitution: Mineralogy Pty Ltd v Western Australia [2021] HCA 30; Palmer v Western Australia [2021] HCA 31
The AACL is delighted to welcome Stephen Free SC and Professor Rosalind Dixon to present on the recent cases of Mineralogy Pty Ltd v Western Australia [2021] HCA 30 and Palmer v Western Australia...
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District Court Silk Bows Livestream Link
Please find below the livestream link for the District Court Sydney Silk Bows Ceremony on Friday 12 November 2021 at 9:00am Court 21A John Maddison Tower.
https://youtu.be/4FT-xm99Y7Q
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2021 ACCEL Environmental Law Year in Review Conference
The Australian Centre for Climate and Environmental Law at Sydney Law School invites members to its ‘Year in Review Conference’ on 19 November 2021.
Date: Friday 19 November 2021, 9.00am -...
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No place for Sexual Harassment at the Bar
The New South Wales Bar Association is pleased to present the film “No place for sexual harassment at the Bar”.
The film is a must watch, and includes statements from the Chief Justice of New...
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Australia-Latin America Business Forum; Pathways to Commercial Success in Latin America - 14 Dec 2021 - 5.30pm AEDT
Business confidence is essential for profitable trade and investment. This seminar, presented by the Australian Disputes Centre in collaboration with the International Chamber of Commerce and DLA...
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The Impact of COVID-19 on Prisoners’ Health - What Barristers Need to Know
Webinar - Tuesday 16 November 2021
The NSW Bar Association's Human Rights Committee will host a CPD on "The Impact of COVID-19 on Prisoners' Health - What Barristers Need to Know" on Tuesday 16...
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