Late in 2024, the Australian Federal Parliament passed significant legislative changes that will extend anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing regulations over legal services – as…
By Gary Hughes - 17 min read
In NSW, costs disclosure is regulated by the Legal Profession Uniform Law (NSW) (Uniform Law) and associated Rules.
By Nick Satouris - 7 min read
At the launch of the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal, then President, Wright J stated the aim of the newly christened ‘NCAT’ is to facilitate…
By Matthew Lo - 7 min read
Ever wondered why some legal professionals are called lawyers while others are called solicitors?
By Carol Prasad - 5 min read
Lawyers are a curious and inventive species that are quick to note developments in the world of technology.
By Paul Monaghan - 5 min read
We consider some regulatory and ethical issues that may arise for legal practitioners posting information on social media, whether in their professional or personal capacity.
By The Professional Support Unit - 6 min read
In April every year, solicitors in NSW are invited to renew their practising certificate. While it is a routine process, it is nonetheless an important…
By The Professional Support Unit - 4 min read
Would you have guessed that in the 2024 financial year about 14 per cent of Australians experienced personal fraud? Personal fraud includes card fraud, scams,…
By The Professional Support Unit - 4 min read
Have you been thinking about a legal stint overseas? The Law Society of NSW’s Professional Support Unit is fielding more and more enquiries about overseas…
By Dora Chan - 5 min read
A summary of interstate court decisions involving solicitors.
By Legal Regulation Department - 4 min read
A summary of recent court decisions involving NSW solicitors.
By Legal Regulation Department - 4 min read
A summary of recent NCAT decisions involving solicitors.
By Legal Regulation Department - 2 min read
A summary of decisions by the Professional Conduct Committee.
By Legal Regulation Department - 5 min read