Demand for South West Sydney Justice Precinct soars
The South West Sydney Alliance, with support from local businesses and the Law Society of NSW, has renewed calls for a long-overdue South West Sydney…
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‘By 2030, we will be looking at a failed Legal Aid system.’ Legal aid private practitioner census paints a concerning picture of the future
Underfunded and under resourced. The first National Legal Aid Census for Private Practitioners, reveals how the concerns of practitioners regarding funding and structuring can lead…
By Francisco Silva - 4 min read
Breaking boundaries and embracing opportunities
The Law Society of NSW hosted its annual International Women’s Day Breakfast on Wednesday 5 March, with a conversation led by the 2025 President Jennifer…
By Amy Dale - 2 min read
Victorian woman takes Uber to Federal Court for discrimination
A Victorian woman, who relies on an assistance dog, is taking the ridesharing company to the Federal Court after drivers refused service more than thirty…
By Francisco Silva - 3 min read
Generative AI: experts share their predictions, tips and practical suggestions
As the Law Society’s AI Taskforce concludes its work, its experts shared their thoughts, predictions, actions, and tips for lawyers.
By Law Society AI Taskforce - 8 min read
Social media ban passes Parliament
The Federal government’s Bill that restricts children under 16 from using social media has passed Parliament with broad support from both Labor and the Coalition,…
By Francisco Silva - 3 min read
ASIC takes QBE to court for misleading customers
As it continues to crackdown on misleading practices from insurers, ASIC launches court proceedings against the insurance giant.
By Francisco Silva - 2 min read
ACCC targets Woolworths and Coles over misleading promotions
The Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) has launched proceedings in the Federal Court against supermarket chains Woolworths and Coles for allegedly deceiving consumers through…
By Francisco Silva - 3 min read
NSW bans the use of Alternative Care Arrangements for children and young people
The NSW Government has announced an end to a costly practice that saw vulnerable children assigned to unsuitable emergency accommodation, in an experience described by…
By Francisco Silva - 2 min read
Young Justice inspires the future of the profession
Held for the first time outside of Sydney’s CBD, the Young Justice Program aimed at inspiring the future leaders of the profession
By Francisco Silva - 2 min read