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…
The shell and the circle: Indigenous health equity across the Pacific
How Elders and cultural programs are reshaping prisoner health in British Colombia
New Law Society initiative to help fill country job vacancies
There are hopes that a new online resource will help respond to the challenges of recruiting legal professionals in rural, regional and remote parts of…
What inspires someone to join a policy committee?
With recruitment underway for a number of the Law Society’s expert policy committees, LSJ Online asks current members to share their experiences.
Building certainty: Could off the plan contract reforms help solve the housing crisis?
The regulation of off the plan contracts is on the table and up for review, as the NSW Government seeks to safeguard the rights of…
Workers Compensation Bill: Law Society criticises NSW Government
The Law Society of NSW has criticised the NSW Government’s introduction of a new Workers Compensation Bill, citing concerns over bypassing parliamentary scrutiny and undermining…
An evolution in practice: the profession in 2025
Three outstanding lawyers. A combined 91 years of experience. Tucked inside a sun-drenched Wollongong studio, the Journal asks for their thoughts on an ever-shifting profession.
NSW Budget prioritises child safety and vulnerable communities with significant investments
The NSW Budget is making significant investments in child safety and vulnerable communities, a move endorsed by the Law Society of NSW.
King’s Birthday Honours recognise role of law
The President of the Law Society of NSW Jennifer Ball has congratulated recipients of the 2025 King’s Birthday Honours List.
Solicitors dominate new Local Court appointments
Legal practitioners with experience across criminal, civil and community law, make up seven new magistrates announced by the NSW Government.
Chief Justice takes aim at anti-Semitism, misinformation and Elon Musk in Opening of Law Term address
NSW Chief Justice Andrew Bell has defended the rule of law in a speech referencing anti-Semitic attacks, Gen AI and US Presidential pardons.