Updated principles aim to support ‘best practice’ in representing children
First published in 2000, the guide provides invaluable information for children’s lawyers, from understanding who the client is to the role of solicitors throughout the…
Independent Children’s Lawyer wins prestigious President’s Medal
Independent Children’s Lawyer Emma Mason has been awarded the President’s Medal, the Law Society of NSW’s highest award, at the 2025 Annual Members Dinner and…
Members shine under a ‘starry night’
Against a dazzling backdrop of Vincent Van Gogh’s Starry Night, almost 300 guests attended the Law Society’s Annual Members Dinner and Awards Night held at…
2025 Accredited Specialists recognised in special ceremony
In a special ceremony held at the Law Society this week, 61 new Accredited Specialists were acknowledged for their specialist knowledge in their area of…
Solicitor Capability Framework: essential skills for a successful career in law
What are some key skills needed for a long and successful career in law? A free and on-demand webinar on the Framework is now avaliable…
State of e-conveyancing in NSW
A NSW Select Committee is currently looking into competition reforms in electronic conveyancing in NSW. Is there a need for more choice?
Privacy: Whose business is it?
What is privacy and who is responsible for safeguarding it? Two teams of privacy experts will go head-to-head on Thursday 6 November to debate key…
Review into Doli Incapax provides seven key recommendations
The NSW Government has released the findings of an independent review into Doli Incapax. The report contains seven key recommendations which the government will now consider.
Minns government to strengthen law to aid crime, corruption investigations
The Minns government will introduce reforms to surveillance legislation as part of its efforts to ‘crack down’ on corruption across the state.
PLT discussion paper released: Chief Justice of NSW invites participation from the profession
PLT has been a hot topic this year. The Chief Justice of NSW has announced the release of a discussion paper examining future of PLT.
Mal Lanyon appointed as the 24th Commissioner of the NSW Police Force
Deputy Commissioner Mal Lanyon has been appointed as the next Commissioner of the NSW Police Force. His term commences on 1 October 2025.