15 March 2019
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Read the digital version of March Brief. Included in this issue: - The Hon Stephen Thackray on the Rule of Law and the Independence of the Judiciary
- WA to Join Legal Profession Uniform Law – an update from the Solicitor General on the next steps
- Our latest Trials and Tribulations interview is with barrister Verity
Long-Droppert
- Important issues for practitioners arising from the 2018 Review of the Contentious Business Determinations
- Farewell to the Hon Justice Michael Barker – President Greg McIntyre SC's remarks from the ceremony
- Vale the Hon Geoffrey Miller QC
Law Student Mentoring Programme – Applications Now Open
Are you studying law and looking for insight into the profession? Are you an emerging lawyer willing to share your experiences and provide guidance to another? Applications are now open for the Law Society’s Law Student Mentoring Programme and we are seeking students and young lawyers to participate. The programme will run from May to November, commencing with a launch event on Thursday, 2 May from 5.30pm – 7.30pm at the Central Park Theatrette. For students: This is your opportunity to gain insight into the profession, invaluable advice, skills and support during your studies. Submit a mentee application online. For current practitioners: As former law students, we all know the importance of guidance and a helping hand from an experienced mentor. This is your chance to share your experiences from your first few years of practice and develop your mentoring skills. Students from all WA universities are invited to participate in the Programme, so we need a strong uptake from mentors. Submit a mentor application online.
Family Law Amendment ActThe Family Law Amendment (Family Violence and Cross-examination of Parties) Act 2018 commenced on 11 March 2019. The amendments protect victims of family violence by banning personal cross-examination in certain circumstances in family law proceedings, and requiring instead that cross- examination be conducted by a legal representative. The amendments will apply to cross examinations that occur after 11 September 2019, in proceedings instituted before or after that commencement. »Read more
2019 Law Society Lawyer of the Year AwardsOur annual Lawyer of the Year Awards recognise practitioners who have made a noteworthy contribution to the WA legal profession, over and above their paid employment. We invite you to nominate a lawyer for: - Lawyer of the Year (more than five years' experience)
- Lawyer of the Year (less than five years' experience)
The Awards will be presented at the Law Week Awards Night and Cocktail Evening, on Friday, 17 May 2019 at The Westin, Perth. Nominations close 2.00pm Monday, 15 April 2019. »Nominate here
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Attorney General’s Community Service Law Awards 2019Do you know a legal practitioner or organisation that have provided outstanding pro bono legal services to the Western Australian community? Nominate them now for this year’s Attorney General’s Community Service Law Awards. Visit justice.wa.gov.au/lawaward. For more information contact (08) 9264 1963 or email info@justice.wa.gov.au. Nominations close 2.00pm Monday, 15 April 2019.
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Client Confidentiality, Client Legal Privilege and Management of Police InformantsLaw Council of Australia President Arthur Moses SC has written to Commonwealth Attorney-General the Hon Christian Porter MP, seeking advice and assurance regarding client confidentiality, client legal privilege and the management of police informants in the Commonwealth jurisdiction. »Read more
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Law Week 2019Law Week 2019 runs from Monday, 13 May to Friday, 17 May. Each year, Law Week showcases events which bring the community and profession together, to build a shared understanding of the role of law in society. If you or your firm plan to host an interesting and enjoyable event or seminar, make it part of Law Week. Register your Law Week event by Friday, 22 March 2019 to have it published in our Law Week programme.
Lawyer Visits to
Schools NetworkBunbury Catholic College
30 Year 10 students (two groups)
Being a Lawyer and
The West Australian Court System
Wednesday, 22 May or Wednesday, 29 May from 9.30am to 10.15am (1st group) and 11.30am to 12.15pm (2nd group). Comet Bay College – Secret Harbour
32 Year 10 students (two groups)
Criminal law and/or Juvenile justice
Two 60 min sessions including Q&A
Wednesday, 20 March and/or Wednesday, 8 May: 8.30am to 9.40am and 9.45am to 10.40am. To volunteer at either school, please contact us on (08) 9324 8686 or email schools@lawsocietywa.asn.au.
Joint Form of General Conditions CommitteeDo you practise in the area of e-conveyancing? Would you like to help shape the next revision of the Joint Form of General Conditions for the Sale of Land? The Law Society’s Joint Form of General Conditions for the Sale of Land Committee is seeking new members. If you are interested in joining the Committee, please complete the Committee Expression of Interest Form. For more information, please
call (08) 9324 8646 or email advocacy@lawsocietywa.asn.au.
National Redress Scheme:
How the Law is Impacting SurvivorsThursday, 21 March 2019 | 9.00am – 11.30am
This seminar will explore the workings of the National Redress Scheme and identify additional ways that people who have experienced institutional child sexual abuse can receive justice, including through civil litigation and victims of crime payments. Speakers- Bruce Taloni, Group Manager, Redress and Reform Group, Department of Social Services (Commonwealth)
- Terri Reilly, Chief Executive Officer, Relationships Australia WA
- Susan Visser, Executive Director, Relationships Australia WA
- Katalin Kraszlan, A/Commissioner for Victims of Crime, Department of Justice
With thanks to our CPD partner
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Chair: Greg Calder
Speakers: Colin Munro; Brian Lovitt
Chair: Nathan Hepple,
Speaker: Mitchell Kowalski
Chair: Michael Berry SC
Speaker: Lara Anstie
Special CPD Programme for Junior Practitioners
2019 CPD Summer Getaway Survey Winner – Tanya HollawayCongratulations to Tanya Hollaway, who has won a $50 David Jones voucher for completing the 2019 CPD Summer Getaway Survey. We appreciate your feedback.
Pilates Classes – Free for Members 6 week course | 5.30pm – 6.30pm commencing Thursday, 28 March
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Members of the Law Society receive a 10% discount on accommodation at Quest Mounts Bay Road. Nestled against the Kings Park hillside and comprising 71 fully self-contained Studio and One Bedroom apartments, Quest Mounts Bay Road is the perfect choice for both the corporate and leisure traveller.
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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. - racial discrimination/employment law matter for Aboriginal client.
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