4 October 2019
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Mental Health Week is Next Week: 6-12 October 2019
#mentalhealthstartshereWA Mental Health Week (6-12 October) reminds us of the importance of health and wellbeing and the need to reach out and provide assistance to, and seek support from, our colleagues, family and friends. To support this important initiative, the Law Society is promoting: Don't forget, as a Law Society member you have access to our LawCare WA health and wellbeing service, which includes an assistance programme and free counselling sessions.
Western Australian Cricket Association
Exclusive Law Society Member BenefitsLimited time offer for Law Society members Join the WACA's Champions Club before 31 October and receive: - An autographed commemorative cricket bat signed by WA legend and Scorchers’ coach Adam Voges
- A luxury Italian leather travel wallet featuring cricket ball stitching
- Two complimentary day passes to the club to impress your guests
WACA’s Champions Club membership provides the ultimate cricket experience. View the full list of benefits here. An offer for general WA Cricket membership: WA Cricket Membership provides access to the ground and members reserve for all cricket matches at Optus Stadium and the WACA ground (excludes World Cup). All Law
Society members who purchase a standard Adult membership with a transferable guest card (total spend $770 for 2 pax), will receive: - Two complimentary tickets for a 2-course meal in our Bradman Bistro, for a match day of their choice at the WACA ground
- A complimentary WA Cricket members cap
Membership includes access to all Members Reserve bars at as well as the Members Lounge. Law Society members wishing to take advantage of these offers can sign up for either member category online and provide proof of membership to Graham Trivett, Membership Sales Manager of WACA at graham.trivett@waca.com.au. To learn more about WACA and join as a member visit wacricketmembership.com.au.
Elections for 2020 Law Society CouncilNominations are now open to seek election to the 2020 Law Society of Western Australia Council. Elected Members of the Council influence the strategic direction of the Law Society and help advocate on the important issues affecting the legal profession and the wider community. To nominate as a candidate for election to the 2020 Council, your Notice of Intention to Seek Election, candidate statement and photograph must reach the Law Society by 23.59 AWST on Wednesday, 16 October 2019 if submitted via email or fax, or by COB 17.00 AWST on
Wednesday, 16 October 2019 if submitted via mail or in person. No extensions will be permitted. »Click here to read more about the positions and eligibility to nominate
Australasian Law Management JournalIn this edition of the Australasian Law Management Journal: Simon Marmot on digital marketing for law firms; innovation and the importance of being able to measure it and maximise value; how great lawyers can become excellent leaders. »Read more
Director of Public Prosecutions Notice –
Early Resolution of
Indictable MattersIn the early stages of a prosecution of solely indictable matters or either way charges to be dealt with on indictment, the WA Police Force has the conduct of the prosecution. »Read full notice
Retention Survey –
Female LawyersThe Law Society is conducting research to improve the retention of female lawyers. Over the past five years, have you left or returned to the legal profession, and would you be happy to discuss your experiences, thoughts and ideas in a confidential interview? Interviews are being conducted by Lisa Lough, an independent research consultant from CATALYSE® Pty Ltd. The interview may be conducted at a time and place that works best for you. Your comments will remain private and confidential. To arrange an interview or get more information, please contact: Lisa Lough at CATALYSE:
lisa@catalyse.com.au or phone
0411 494 904. Sue Nash at the Law Society:
snash@lawsocietywa.asn.au or
phone (08) 9324 8652.
Continuing Professional Development
Tuesday, 8 October 2019 | 9.00am – 12.30pm This half-day course has been specifically designed to share ideas on ethics, business and team management skills for In-house Counsel and Government Lawyers. Topics covered include: Offering business value and building profile; Tension with ethical decision making; and Managing a multi generational team. Speakers include: Sue-Ella Prodonovich, Principal, Prodonovich Advisory
Ali Local, Director, Camerton Consulting
Webinar: Wednesday, 9 October 2019 | 1.00pm – 2.00pm The future of the profession is no longer an academic debate, therefore adapting and preparing for the AI revolution is no longer a matter of choice for legal professionals. This webinar will examine the legal and ethical aspects of artificial intelligence and robotics through real life examples. Speaker: Dr Nachshon (Sean) Goltz, Senior Lecturer
Responding to Challenging Behaviours – Full Day Workshop
Friday, 15 November 2019 | 9.00am – 4.00pm Do you need strategies to manage highly emotional situations? Would you benefit from developing an awareness of personal triggers? And would you like practical communication skills to deal with difficult situations? This interactive workshop is designed for lawyers whose clients have complex and urgent needs, often seeking immediate resolution. Speaker: Andrew Kazim, Practice Consultant, Anglicare WA
With thanks to our CPD partner
Meet new people and network at our next Sundowner Thursday, 24 October 2019 | 5.30pm – 7.30pm | The Spaniard, 31 Wolf Lane, Perth Join us at the next Society Sundowner at tapas bar The Spaniard for an evening of refreshments, Spanish canapés and friendly conversation. The private bar upstairs with views over Wolf Lane will provide the perfect backdrop to forge new professional relationships, exchange ideas with old friends or simply unwind after a day at the office. Do you have friends or colleagues who aren’t Law Society members? Please bring them along to make new connections, as we extend collegiality across the profession. Non-members are welcome to attend for $30.
Save the Date! End of Year Celebration
Thursday, 5 December 2019 | 5.30pm – 7.30pm | The Westin, 480 Hay Street, Perth Join us once again at our annual Christmas celebration as we toast to another successful year. Registration will be open soon, so save the date in your diary now! Sponsorship opportunities for this popular event are available, please email your expression of interest to sponsorship@lawsocietywa.asn.au. Sponsored by
Focusing on Information and Communication – Getting it Right in the Delivery Stage15 October 2019
4.00pm – 5.00pm
Deborah Templeman, Gilchrist Connell
Practice Management – Accountability, Responsibility and Limits to Authority22 October 2019
4.00pm – 5.00pm
Cameron Hay,
MYR Consulting
Professional Liability Risks and Controls in Litigation12 November 2019
4.00pm – 5.00pm
JC van der Walt,
Jackson McDonald
2019/2020 Country Practitioners Risk Management Programme
WEBINARS – Country Practitioners Only
Dealing with Difficult Clients: a Practical Guide to Positive Client Relationships6 November 2019
1.00pm – 2.00pm
Ronwyn North,
Streeton Consulting
Communication Risk – How to Identify and Reduce Exposure20 November 2019
1.00pm – 2.00pm
Ronwyn North,
Streeton Consulting
Matter Management Guidelines – Providing 26 February 2020
12.00pm – 2.00pm
Vicki Coles,
Manager Risk,
Law Mutual (WA)
Win One of Five Double Passes to Pavarotti
Thanks to Madman Entertainment we are giving our members the chance to WIN in-season double passes to PAVAROTTI. The award-winning filmmaking team behind the hit documentary The Beatles: Eight Days a Week – The Touring Years turns to another musical phenomenon with PAVAROTTI, an in-depth, no holds barred look at the life, career and lasting legacy of the musical icon. Dubbed 'The People's Tenor', Pavarotti was the rare combination of personality, genius and celebrity and he used his prodigious gifts to spread the gospel of opera as entertainment and something to be enjoyed by all music lovers. Directed by Academy Award winner Ron Howard, PAVAROTTI hits cinemas Thursday, 24 October.
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Pro BonoAll applicants have been means tested and assessed by Law Access as being vulnerable people with great difficulty self-representing. If you are able to provide any assistance, please email lawaccess@lawaccess.net.au. - Judicial review / migration: Instructing Solicitor required for Federal Court appeal proceedings. A Pro Bono Referral Certificate has been issued and a barrister has already accepted the referral as Counsel.
- Equal opportunity law: initial advice is sought in relation to potential claims against an educational institution in relation to disability discrimination.
- Wills: The Salvation Army is seeking two solicitors to assist at its Swan View Community Wills Day on 10 October 2019 to prepare simple wills. There are two time slots available (9.00am to
12.30pm or 1.00pm to 4.30pm).
- Family law: an applicant on a very low income struggling to meet her living expenses seeks assistance in relation to a property settlement matter in circumstances where the other party earns a significant income.
External EventsDebate on Voluntary Assisted Dying in Western AustraliaThursday, 10 October, 5.15pm | Curtin University Law School | »Find out more
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