Inbrief
Appointments to the Federal Court of Australia
Appointments
The Attorney - General, the Hon Mark Dreyfus KC MP, has announced the appointment of 8 judges of the Federal Court of Australia including Mr Cameron Moore SC, Mr Nicholas Owens SC,...
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Tonight: GayBar 2024 Summer Court
Come toast the end of term at Avenue on Chifley on Friday 6 December 2024 starting at 5.30pm.
Whether you identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, or an ally to all: everyone is...
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Legacy gift in memory of Paul Stein AM KC
The Hon Paul Stein AM KC passed away on 22 June 2024. Paul was a judge of the Land and Environment Court from 1985 until 1997, and contributed greatly to the development of environmental and planning...
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Scam email alert
We have been made aware of a scam email being sent to members, falsely claiming to be from the NSWBA Executive Director Andreas Heger (andreas@nswbar.org). The email invites recipients to renew their...
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Changes to Local Court listings: Chamber Days and mid-year recess
The Local Court wishes to advise members of two changes to listings:
From 6 January 2025, there will be no scheduled Local Court Chamber Days. Additional work will be listed on any Chamber Days...
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Today: Appearing on behalf of an Independent Children’s Lawyer: Part 2
In person - Thursday, 05 December 2024
Please join speakers Angela Petrie, Wardell Chambers, Mary Rebehy, Lachlan Macquarie Chambers and Karen Shea, Frederick Jordan Chambers.
Moderated by John...
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Tomorrow: Swearing In Ceremony of Lisa Doust as a Judge of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia
Appointment
On behalf of the Hon Chief Justice Alstergren AO, the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (Division 2) invites members of the Bar to attend a Ceremonial Sitting on
6 December...
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Tomorrow: Reunion Australian Hispanic Lawyers
Join the Australian Hispanic Lawyers for an end of year reunion event in Sydney.
Evento: Reunion de abogados hispanohablantes
Fecha: Thursday 5 December 2024
Hora: 5pm
Lugar: Martin Place...
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Today: Costs Applications by Criminal Defence Lawyers
Online - Wednesday, 04 December 2024
Please join William Calokerinos, Rajiv Baldeo and Siobhan Clarke in exploring the availability of costs orders to defence lawyers in criminal matters appearing...
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International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Diversity
Today is the annual International Day of Persons with Disabilities, as proclaimed in 1992 by the United Nations General Assembly. The theme for 2024 is “Amplifying the leadership of...
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Today: Part 1 - Appearing on behalf of an Independent Children’s Lawyer: the role of the Independent Children’s Lawyer
In person - Tuesday, 03 December 2024
This is the first of a 2-part presentation in an attempt to ‘bridge a gap’ and assist junior counsel to understand the important role of the ICL, and gain...
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Tonight: Generative AI Practice Note Briefing
Chief Justice Andrew Bell will present a briefing for the legal profession on Generative AI on 2 December 2024 at 4.30pm-5.30pm in the Banco Court, Queens Square. It follows the issuing on 21...
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World AIDS Day
Diversity
Each year, on 1 December, World AIDS Day is commemorated globally. The purpose of World AIDS Day is to show support for those living with and affected by HIV and AIDS, raise awareness...
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President’s Message – 2 December 2024
On 29 November 2024, following extremely constructive discussions with the Chief Judge of the District Court of New South Wales, the Association agreed a protocol with the District Court for dealing...
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President's Message November 2024
It is an honour to be re-elected President of the New South Wales Bar Association.
In my first President’s message, one year ago, I observed that the Bar confronted change in the extension of the...
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Vale: TEF Hughes AO KC
Vale
The Chief Justice of New South Wales has issued a statement upon the passing of the Hon TEF Hughes AO KC. To view the statement, please click here.
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Sponsored
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Vale: Thomas Eyre Forrest Hughes AO KC (1923-2024)
Vale
The Hon TEF Hughes AO KC passed away today on 28 November 2024.
He was a former President and true leader of the New South Wales Bar. He made a singular contribution to the administration of...
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Vale: Hugh Joseph Marshall SC (1952-2024)
Vale
Hugh Marshall SC, who practised until recently from Jack Shand Chambers, died on 26 November 2024 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Hugh was called to the Bar in 1983 and took...
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Tomorrow: Bar Choir Christmas Concert Fundraiser
Join the Bar Choir from 6:00 – 7:00 PM on Thursday, 28 November 2024 for an evening of Christmas music at St James Church.
This year, the Bar Choir has chosen to support the Indigenous...
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Tomorrow: Pride in Law NSW End of Year Celebration
Pride in Law NSW and The College of Law Australia, supported by Bridges Lawyers, are collaborating again to host an end of year celebration.
Date: Thursday, 28th November
Location: The College of...
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Call for small business legal practitioners
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman is seeking legal practitioners to provide pre-mediation legal support for small businesses with disputes, as part of its small business...
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Rooms for sale at Samuel Griffith Chambers
Due to recent statutory appointments, two rooms are available at Samuel Griffith Chambers. They are available for purchase, but interest in a licensing arrangement may be considered.
The floor is...
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Today: The law of occupiers’ liability: fundamental principles and recent developments
Online - Wednesday 27 November, 5-6pm
The NSW Bar Association’s Common Law Committee is pleased to invite you to attend a seminar on the law of occupiers’ liability; specifically, the duty owed...
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Full Size Room for Sale Or Licence at 4 Wentworth Chambers
The room has built-in cupboards, shelving throughout, robing cupboard, together with air conditioning, carpet, painted in neutral tones and located on the eastern side with plenty of natural light.
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