Workers Compensation Exposure Draft exposes need for further consultation
An inquiry was formed on 9 May 2025 to inquire into and report on proposed amendments to liability and entitlements for psychological injury in New…
NSW Government announces Youth Justice Reforms
The NSW Government’s newly announced reforms and initiatives aim to support community safety and wellbeing, particularly in regional NSW. However, the inclusion of an amendment…
Kenneth Tickle appointed CEO of the Law Society of NSW
Tickle has been Acting CEO since last October and part of the Law Society for more than 15 years.
Lunch with Brett McGrath
At what seems to be a crossroad moment for the profession, Brett McGrath starts his presidency with confidence and optimism. He sat down with LSJ…
Law Society’s 2023 Annual Conference begins
Hundreds of legal professionals have turned out for day one of the Law Society of NSW’s Annual Conference, with sessions focused on “futureproofing” legal careers…
“Game changer”: Local Court shifts towards therapeutic justice
Local Court of NSW’s shift towards therapeutic justice has been welcomed by the Law Society of NSW as a potential game changer.
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Conference keynote speaker to cover the law-AI partnership
An expert in the field of AI and the law is confirmed as the keynote speaker at the Law Society of NSW’s upcoming Specialist Accreditation…
In full sail: In-house counsel in a coastal town
Solicitor Cicely Sylow had to re-invent herself when she moved to a regional area from Sydney, leaving private practice for a role as in-house counsel….