The Law Society of NSW

Exciting news! The Law Society of New South Wales aligned with Cover-More Group to offer members ten per cent off their holidays. Enjoy your next adventure! https://loom.ly/GHwDXwY

The new NSW Policing Activity Tool launched today by BOCSAR will significantly contribute to transparency around issues important to #communitysafety and the #ruleoflaw.   Information presented in this accessible and easily understood way can benefit the whole community by supporting evidence-based decision making and policy development. NSW Police Force The Law Society of NSW  https://lnkd.in/gvjYjKAA

As I mentioned last week, when launching The Law Society of NSW’s new #Lawyer #Mediator #Accreditation (LMA) #Scheme, the notion of ‘having your day in court’, with its adversarial approach and ‘winner takes all’ outcomes, can be deeply unpleasant for many people, often exacting a significant financial, psychological and emotional toll. That’s why more and more clients are turning to #AlternativeDisputeResolution as a faster, less costly way to solve their disputes.   The Law Society’s #ADR Committee wants to hear from legal practitioners about their current use of #ADR, so we can better understand and meet their needs this year, and beyond.   The survey also provides an opportunity to comment on the feasibility of compulsory pre-filing #mediation for #civil matters in NSW. Those who complete a survey has a chance to win one of five $200 gift cards! I encourage members to participate in this brief survey by clicking the link. https://lnkd.in/g2tdV6YY  

2 WEEKS TO GO | ADR Panel Discussion: Mastering Dispute Avoidance - Agree on How You’ll Disagree! | Thursday, 31 October 2024 | In-person seminar Join us for our annual ADR networking event, featuring a panel discussion on the topic: Mastering Dispute Avoidance - Agree on How You’ll Disagree! Discussion points will include: • Dispute resolution and dispute prevention techniques deployed during commercial contract negotiations to ensure a harmonious project partnership. • Dispute resolution clauses: How they can assist by providing a clear and defined resolution process, and how dispute avoidance techniques applied during the negotiation can help avoid them altogether. • The different stages of a commercial contract lifecycle and how dispute resolution techniques can prevent rather than cure a dispute.  • The corporate “prenup”: Is it a viable concept? Meet the speakers: (Moderator) Max Kimber SC, Barrister and Mediator Nina Harding, Advanced Mediator, Facilitator, Speaker Ronan MacSweeney, Deputy General Counsel Julie Robb, Solicitor and Mediator Register here: https://lnkd.in/gZtjCkiD #lsnsw #lawinform #CPD #inperson #legalprofession #professionalskills #dispute #ADR #paneldiscussion

We are pleased to announce that our Solicitor Outreach Service (SOS) has a new online booking form. New South Wales solicitors can now make and manage online bookings with our SOS provider, PeopleSense, to access confidential counselling, gain practical skills to help with work-related or personal challenges, and track EAP program entitlement and usage. Learn more at lawsociety.com.au/SOS or book online today: https://loom.ly/mIc58Y4

Privilege and building trust: Mandatory rule 6.1 | Tuesday, 22 October 2024 | Live webinar Hear from legal experts as they discuss some of the pressing issues faced by legal practitioners in day to day practice. Taking instruction from clients - Heather McKinnon, Partner, Bryant McKinnon Lawyers This session will guide you through the steps for effective instruction taking. It will cover: • Supporting the client from their initial contact with your office • Setting a safe space for the first in-office meeting • Structuring the initial client interview to establish the client’s trust • Tools for quickly identifying the client’s core issues • Tips for managing people under high levels of stress • Balancing empathy and self-care The presenter has extensive experience in working with clients who are experiencing high levels of conflict. A matter of honesty - Paul Monaghan, Senior Ethics Solicitor, The Law Society of NSW In this session you will be led through a number of legal ethical scenarios dealing with truth, trust and disclosure. Legal professional privilege - Justin Wong, Principal Lawyer, Streeton Lawyers  The law around Legal Professional Privilege is generally well understood. However, in busy legal practice, the key concepts can easily be overlooked by practitioners and their clients. This session will cover: • Basic concepts and principles of legal professional privilege; • Circumstances in which legal professional privilege can be lost or does not apply; • The recent case of Singtel Optus Pty Ltd v Robertson [2024] FCAFC 58 and the importance of evidence; and • Practical considerations when communicating with clients. Meet the speaker: Heather McKinnon, Partner, Bryant McKinnon Lawyers  Paul Monaghan, Senior Ethics Solicitor, The Law Society of NSW  Justin Wong, Principal Lawyer, Streeton Lawyers Register here: https://lnkd.in/gBGSJMvU #lsnsw #lawinform #CPD #livewebinar #legalprofession #mandatoryrule #privilegeandtrust #professionalskills #ethics #profesionalresponsibility #practicemanagement #businessskills

Family law for support staff | Wednesday 30 October & Wednesday 6 November 2024 | Online workshop Are you contemplating a career as a legal secretary? Or are you a secretary who is looking to expand upon your skills and maximise your role? Family Law for Support Staff course is a new course offered by the Law Society of New South Wales facilitated by Madison Kelly, an Associate in Family Law at Coleman Greig Lawyers – to be held across 2 sessions, on Wednesday 30 October & Wednesday 6 November 2024. The course will first provide an overview of the general trajectory of a family law matter, both in relation to parenting and property matters, to ensure that support staff understand why and how the pieces of the puzzle go together – an essential knowledge base for successful support staff. With that foundational knowledge, participants will be guided through the key documents and forms required throughout the life of a family law matter, learning why, and at what stages, those documents become necessary and, with the benefit of a relevant case study, will be provided with the tools to capably complete those documents. The legal market is a diverse one and the role of support staff can be different at every firm. This course will add value whether you are working for a sole practitioner, a boutique firm, or multiple solicitors in a large firm. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and will be provided with ‘tips and tricks’ and ‘do’s and don’ts’ which will leave participants with the toolbox they need to become the most successful and valuable support staff in the market. Meet the speaker: Madison Kelly, Accredited Specialist in Family Law, Senior Associate, Coleman Greig Lawyers Register here: https://lnkd.in/gkgBDMGr #lsnsw #lawinform #familylaw #legalsecretary #onlineworkshop #legalprofession #supportstaff

It was a pleasure hosting you at the 2024 Annual Conference last week! We hope you found the event inspiring and engaging. A huge thank you to our exceptional speakers, sponsors and exhibitors for their invaluable contributions to its success. Event supported by Lawcover #LSNSW24 #LSNSWAnnualConference

Am I stressed? Or am I experiencing anxiety? There is a fine line between stress and anxiety, with similar symptoms experienced. Despite the similarities, they have different origins; determining which one you’re experiencing is important to ensure effective management. Our resident Wellbeing Manager, Elli Balafas, recently shared her insights on how to tell the difference between the two and some helpful strategies for dealing with both. Click here to read the article: https://loom.ly/YeizhWM

The Law Society of NSW Member Awards 2024 recognise and celebrate the work of outstanding legal practitioners in NSW. Whether you're nominating yourself or your peers, we've compiled some handy tips to help you craft a compelling submission. Learn more: https://loom.ly/Z9-TNr0 Hurry – nominations close on Tuesday 15 October 2024.