Practical considerations when issuing a subpoena
There are many obstacles to issuing an effective subpoena. Learn what they are and how to avoid them.
By Justin Wong and Prudence Watts - 6 min read
The ‘poster boy’ plaintiff and contumacious, contumelious, criminal and civil contempt
A recent liability judgment by Justice Rothman of the NSW Supreme Couris a helpful example of the Court’s approach to proceedings for contempt. By TALITHA…
By Talitha Fishburn - 5 min read
Who do you think they are? Identifying your client
A recent case emphasises the importance of identifying clients before witnessing their signatures on loan and associated security documents. By TONY REYNOLDS and DEBORAH MORRIS.
By Tony Reynolds and Deborah Morris - 4 min read
Unsure about Online Registry and Online Court? We’ve got your queries covered
Advances allow judicial officers and legal representatives to manage and process preliminary orders outside the court room. By THE LAW SOCIETY OF NSW LITIGATION LAW…
By The Law Society of NSW Litigation Law and Practice Committee - 6 min read
Introducing the new Court of Appeal practice note to the profession
The new Court of Appeal Practice Note aims to streamline the information in the previous practice note and to present it in a clearer manner….
By The Hon Justice MJ Beazley AO - 9 min read
New restrictions for lawyers involved in Managed Investment Schemes
New laws restricting lawyers’ involvement in managed investment schemes and mortgage practices are expected to commence on 1 July 2018. By PAMELA HANRAHAN.
By Pamela Hanrahan - 6 min read
Legal costs: grappling with complexities in the Legal Profession Uniform Law
The Legal Profession Uniform Law introduced the concept of a ‘commercial or government client’ and time limits for applying for costs assessment. By MICHELLE CASTLE,…
By Michelle Castle, Andrew Bailey and Kerrie Rosati - 6 min read
Issue waiver: when is privilege lost?
In professional negligence litigation, client privilege will be waived if the cause of action calls into question the solicitor’s advice or conduct. By ROSEMARY WORKMAN.
By Rosemary Workman - 3 min read
Interpreters and lawyers: why we must work together for better outcomes
In order to know whether your court interpreter is doing a good job it is necessary to understand the four modes of court interpreting currently…
By Giao Quynh Tran - 6 min read
‘Without prejudice’ privilege: does it prevent disclosure to third parties?
Does ‘without prejudice’ privilege prevent disclosure to third parties? By GRAEME TURNER.
By Graeme Turner - 6 min read
Do you know it all? When it’s unwise to advise
Dabbling in unfamiliar practice areas can be unfair to the client and increase risk for the practitioner. By KERRIE LALICH.
By Kerrie Lalich - 3 min read