Law Society unveils AML compliance guide for small firms
Sole practitioners and small law practices in New South Wales can now access a new resource to meet the compliance demands of Australia’s incoming anti-money…
Meet the Specialist: Lillian Ajuria
LSJ Online asks Accredited Specialists why they embarked on the Program and their advice to others who are considering applying. This month we speak to…
Advocacy that protects: how trauma awareness can make all the difference
At the heart of trauma-informed care is a recognition of human needs, extending beyond awareness of a client’s pre-existing trauma. This will be the focus…
Meet the Specialist: Kate Bromley
LSJ Online asks Accredited Specialists why they embarked on the Program and their advice to others who are considering applying. This month we speak to…
‘We’re siblings’: Irish Attorney General reflects on legal and political ties to Australia
Rossa Fanning SC discusses past and present ties between Australia and Ireland, the business opportunities of a strong legal system, and Australia’s social media ban…
Future-proofing a legal career with human capabilities
Solicitors are familiar with the technical skills needed for a legal career in 2026, but what about the human-centric attributes?
Chief Justice hits back over claims of ‘political’ decision making
The Chief Justice of NSW Andrew Bell has defended his judicial colleagues, including one who presided over the case involving last year’s march on the…
AML/CTF program starter kits now available online
AUSTRAC has developed a legal profession program starter kit to assist practices in preparing for the reforms and it’s now available on its website.
Meet the Specialist: Tim McDonald
LSJ Online asks Accredited Specialists why they embarked on the program and their advice to others who are considering applying. This month we speak to…
Mock Law Finals: all rise, the future is now in session
Future legal stars took centre stage as the Law Society of New South Wales held the 2025 Mock Trial and Mock Mediation Grand Finals.
Community-led responses to regional crime vital, parliamentary inquiry hears
On Monday, 24 November 2025, the NSW Legislative Assembly Committee on Law and Safety held a public hearing for the inquiry into community safety in…