Inbrief

Registrations open: 2026 Regional CPD Conference Series

The NSW Bar Association is pleased to announce the launch of the 2026 Regional CPD Conference Series. This is an exclusive opportunity to advance your professional development, gain expert insights,...

Legal Services Directions 2025

The Commonwealth Attorney-General has approved the new Legal Services Directions 2025, which will commence on 2 March 2026.

These are a set of binding rules, issued by the Attorney-General, about...

Vale - Robert Edward Dubler SC (1962-2025)

Robert Dubler SC, passed away on 18 December 2025, aged 63. Formerly of 12 Wentworth Selborne Chambers, he was called to the Bar in 1990, and appointed Senior Counsel in 2004. He was appointed as a...

President's Message

I deliver my final message for 2025 to you with a heavy heart.

On Monday, I issued a President’s Message offering my deepest condolences to those impacted by the horrific act of terrorism at Bondi...

Applications for sessional members of the Commonwealth Parole Board now open

An application process is underway for the appointment of sessional members of the Commonwealth Parole Board.

Subject to passage of the Commonwealth Parole Board Bill 2025, the Board will begin...

Bar Association and Library holiday closure

The Bar Association will be closed for the holiday period, from 4:30pm on Friday 19 December 2025, reopening on Monday 5 January 2026.

The Bar Library will remain closed to accommodate building...

InBrief over the holiday period

InBrief will temporarily cease over the holiday period. InBrief will resume at a reduced rate from 12 January 2026, with daily operations to recommence at the start of the 2026 law term.

Civil List procedure during the vacation period

The procedure for urgent relief in the civil jurisdiction of the District Court of NSW commences 19 December 2025.

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Wardell Chambers room for licence

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Available 2 February, 2026 Wardell Chambers has an external room (30.62 sqm) for sale. The room, which has a fabulous view of Hyde Park and loads of natural light, is fitted out with...

Vale: Richard John Grady (1947–2025)

Richard Grady passed away peacefully after a long illness on 1 December 2025, aged 78. He was called to the Bar in 1986 and joined Chalfont Chambers. In 1998 he was one of the founding members of...

Vale: Frank Graham Lever SC (1946–2025)

Frank Lever SC, formerly of Blackstone Chambers, passed away on 11 December 2025. He was called to the Bar in 1981. A private funeral is being arranged, and a date will be set for a celebration of...

Supporting those impacted by the Bondi Beach terrorist attack

Members of the Bar Association who are interested in providing support to those impacted by the terrorist attack on Bondi Beach on 14 December 2025 may wish to consult the NSW Government’s...

The 42nd Great Bar Boat Race

The 42nd Great Bar Boat Race will be held on Monday, 22 December 2025 beginning near Shark Island at 11 am and finishing at Store Beach. All enquiries should be addressed to Adrian Gruzman (0400 22...

Bar and Bench v Solicitors golf day – 22 January 2026

The annual Bar and Bench v Solicitors golf day returns to Manly course on Thursday, 22 January 2026. The event will be the usual two–ball Stableford. Registration at 1.00pm for a shotgun start at...

Commonwealth Law Conference – 27 February 2026

The Annual Commonwealth Law Conference will be held Friday, 27 February 2026 8:30AM - 3:00PM and will be followed by a networking function at the Hilton, 488 George St, Sydney NSW 2000.

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Expressions of interest: NSWBA and AAI Train the Trainer workshop

The NSW Bar Association’s Professional Development department is seeking advocacy coaches to assist twice a year with the Bar Practice Course. Coaching sessions take place between 4.30pm and 6pm on...

Supporting those impacted by the Bondi Beach terrorist attack

Members who are interested in providing support to those impacted by the terrorist attack on Bondi Beach on 14 December 2025 may wish to consult the NSW Government’s information website.

Members...

Early relocation of the L&E Court registry counter and courtrooms

The Land and Environment Court has been affected by a flood incident overnight and will be temporarily moving its registry counter earlier than previously advised. From Thursday, 18 December 20225 to...

Court closures and holiday arrangements 2025–2026

Members can find details of court arrangements over the holiday period at the links below:

New South Wales courts

• NSW Supreme Court
• Land and Environment Court (also note temporary relocation over...

ART: Changes to how parties attend case events

The Administrative Review Tribunal has issued an update on changes to how parties attend case events conducted by registrars, effective from March 2026. To read the update, please click here.

Memorial for Barry Toomey KC

There will be a memorial celebration of the life of Barry Toomey KC held on 6 February 2026, from 1pm to 6pm, in the Lounge Bar at the Greenwood Hotel, 36 Blue Street, North Sydney. Friends and...

Accessibility suggestions inbox

Have you ever been in the same court building or courtroom as a person with a disability? Did they struggle to hear, be heard, or otherwise engage in typical activities in court? Were they unable to...

Protocols for dealing with complaints of judicial conduct

If you have concerns about the conduct of a member of the judiciary, there are a range of options available to you.

The Bar Association has protocols in place with the Supreme Court of NSW, the...

Professional Standards Scheme mandatory disclosure statement

Every barrister who holds a NSW practising certificate, is a member of the Bar Association and has approved professional indemnity insurance, is covered by the NSW Bar Association’s Professional...

Tomorrow: Supreme Court farewell sitting for the Hon Justice Garling

The Hon Justice Peter Garling will retire as a judge of the Common Law Division. An informal farewell sitting will be held on Thursday, 18 December 2025 in Court 13A, Law Courts Building at 9.15am....