Far North Queensland Law Association Inc. in Cairns, Queensland, Australia | Lawyer & law firm

Far North Queensland Law Association Inc.

Locality: Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Phone: +61 405 205 142

Address: PO Box 5046 4870 Cairns, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.fnqla.com.au

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24.01.2022 REMINDER AND UPDATE - CAIRNS JUDICIARY CPD SERIES Session Two of the Cairns Judiciary CPD Series is titled "Advocacy by Telephone and Video Link". Advocating over the telephone and video link is increasingly part of the "new normal". If you must do it, how may you do it effectively? Presenter: Henry J... Supporting panel: Morzone DCJ QC, Fantin DCJ Date: Wednesday, 3 February 2021 Time: 5.00-6.00pm Venue: Court 1, Level 4 Cairns Courthouse Networking drinks and refreshments, jointly sponsored by the Bar Association of Queensland and the Queensland Law Society, will be held immediately following the session from 6.00 pm to 7.00 pm. Attendance can be in person or by video or telephone link (details below). Attendance certificates will be provided. The sessions will accrue one CPD point per hour of attendance for barristers and solicitors. Contact tracing details is required as a condition of entry to the courtroom. Please note if you attend without having RSVP’d you will be required to complete and submit a contact tracing form outside the courtroom prior to entry. RSVP to Ms Leigh Turner by email at: [email protected] or for video-link details. The telephone-link dial-in details are: Dial: 3025 4400 When prompted, enter the pin: 090 96106#

24.01.2022 QLS FUTURE LEADERS COMMITTEE The Queensland Law Society has launched a new initiative ‘The Future Leaders Committee’ (FLC) designed specifically to represent and give voice to the next generation of lawyers. QLS is calling for the next generation of lawyers to step up and ‘shape the future’ of the Queensland legal profession in the first ever democratic election just for QLS full members 35 years old or younger, or with less than five years PAE, taking place next mont...h. Please note the important dates below (all times listed are AEST): - Become a full member / update your details: 9am, Friday 11 September 2020 - Close of the Roll of Electors: 9am, Monday 14 September 2020 - Nominations: Monday, 14 September 2020 Notice of Election and nomination process opens 4pm, Wednesday 30 September 2020 Close of nominations - Candidate campaigning period: Thursday, 1 October 2020 Campaign period begins 4pm, Friday 23 October 2020 Campaign period ends - Voting: Friday, 9 October 2020 Voting opens 4pm, Friday 23 October 2020 Voting closes - Announcement of results: From Monday 26 October 2020 The FNQLA encourages practitioners from the far north to get involved and nominate for this terrific committee. #QLS #QLSFLC #FNQLA

23.01.2022 A very big thank you to the Cairns Regional Gallery for the thoughtful and comprehensive tour of the 2020 Archibald Prize.

23.01.2022 REMINDER - CAIRNS JUDICIARY CPD SERIES SESSION 1: Recent reforms in criminal law - The Criminal Code (Child Sexual Offences Reform) and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2020. Presented by Fantin DCJ, supporting panel of Henry J, Morzone DCJ QC. Session 1 will be held on Wednesday, 2 December 2020 from 5.00-6.00pm at Court 1, Level 4 Cairns Courthouse. There will be no networking drinks following this session. It is essential that those wishing to attend RSVP to Leigh Turner by email at: [email protected]. Certificates of attendance will be issued, with each session to accrue one CPD point per hour of attendance for barristers and solicitors.

23.01.2022 It’s Queensland Wills Week! (5-12 September) The The Public Trustee of Queensland and Queensland Law Society have joined forces to raise awareness of the importance of wills and advance life plans as part of Queensland Wills Week 2020. This year’s COVIDsafe, digital Queensland Wills Week will be held from 5 to 12 September and aims to educate the community about these important life plans.... This year’s theme of ‘Making your wishes known’ is a gentle reminder to Queenslanders about the importance of making or updating your will, setting up a legal enduring power of attorney and establishing advanced health plans. See the Wills Week website for more information https://qls.us13.list-manage.com/track/click

22.01.2022 The Executive enjoyed lunch with the President of the Queensland Law Society Elizabeth Shearer, who was visiting Cairns for the Welcome Ceremony of Magistrate Warrington. A great catch up to discuss the work of both the #FNQLA and #QLS

22.01.2022 JUSTICE JONES CUP 2020 Inter Alia Cairns and FNQLA's annual Justice Jones Cup will be held on Friday 23 October at 6:30pm at James Cook University, City Campus. A key event in the year, where students and the profession will go head to head in a battle of the brains! The profession needs to win back its former glory from the students, so practitioners: please get in formation ... Numbers will be limited due to COVID-19 restrictions, so secure your spot quick before spaces fill up. You can register now by clicking the link down below. Please note that we will not be accepting any walk-ins or late requests; once numbers are full, that's it - so don't wait and risk missing out! Great prizes to be won! https://www.trybooking.com/BMBZA #FNQLA #interaliacairns

19.01.2022 FNQLA CHRISTMAS LUNCH 2020 Book tickets here: www.trybooking.com/681760

19.01.2022 AUSTRALIAN LAWYERS ALLIANCE - CAIRNS NETWORKING EVENT - 31 JULY 2020 Register here: https://www.lawyersalliance.com.au/events/event/QLDCNSNW20

19.01.2022 AUSCRIPT INFORMATION Auscript is providing contacts for members of the profession that need their issues escalated or resolved. The contacts are: Sharon Meyers... E: [email protected] Jessica Oey E: [email protected]

19.01.2022 NEW CONTACT DETAILS FOR JUDGE'S CHAMBERS, TOWNSVILLE FEDERAL CIRCUIT COURT Please note that any correspondence addressed to Chambers for matters listed for hearing in the Townsville Federal Circuit Court should be directed to the following e-mail address: [email protected]

18.01.2022 WELCOMING CEREMONY FOR NEW DC JUDGES A welcoming ceremony will be held in Banco Court, Brisbane for District Court Judges Rowan Jackson QC, Jeffrey Clark and Geraldine Dann tomorrow 17 September 2020 at 9.15 am. A videolink has been arranged to Court 4 Level 3 Cairns. Anyone wishing to attend and watch the ceremony by video-link is asked to please be seated by 9.10 am. Also could you please email [email protected] in advance of your intention so that the bailiffs can adequately allow for seating which complies with social distancing practices. It may be necessary to have overflow courts, depending on numbers.

17.01.2022 EVENTS & CPD WEBINARS Please find below a link to the Supreme Court Library's compilation of upcoming events, including online webinars and CPD offerings, from a number of different hosts. https://www.sclqld.org.au/news-and-events/all-events

17.01.2022 Woo hoo! Congratulations to the profession for winning back the Justice Jones Cup on Friday night. Well done to Inter Alia Cairns for another great event and thank you to all who attended. #FNQLA #interaliacairns

17.01.2022 Reminder - Members and guests are invited to attend a networking event to be held at 6pm on 16 April 2021 at the Cairns Art Gallery. A tour of the 2020 Archibald Prize will be held, followed by drinks and canapes on the balcony. Numbers for this event are strictly limited. We encourage you to purchase your ticket early.... https://www.trybooking.com/BQEYA

15.01.2022 Members and guests are invited to attend a networking event to be held at 6pm on 16 April 2021 at the Cairns Art Gallery. A tour of the 2020 Archibald Prize will be held, followed by drinks and canapes on the balcony. Numbers for this event are strictly limited. We encourage you to purchase your ticket early on the below link.... https://www.trybooking.com/BQEYA

15.01.2022 CALL TO LOCAL FIRMS FOR LEGAL PRACTICE EXPERIENCE The FNQLA has received requests from local students who are yet to undertake Legal Practice Experience (LPE) to identify any firms that might be available. If your firm has availability or you are aware of any opportunities, please contact FNQLA as soon as possible by emailing: [email protected].

14.01.2022 FNQLA ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING The Annual General Meeting of the FNQLA will be held on 27 February 2021 at WGC Lawyers (123 Sheridan Street, Cairns City QLD 4870) from 2:00pm. Notice of AGM: https://fnqla.us7.list-manage.com/track/click... Nomination Form: https://fnqla.us7.list-manage.com/track/click Proxy Form: https://fnqla.us7.list-manage.com/track/click Should you have any questions, please contact our Secretary, Kristyn Knox at [email protected] or by phoning (07) 4051 3233. Mailing address is "The Secretary, FNQLA, Maurice Blackburn Lawyers, 71 McLeod Street, Cairns QLD 4870".

13.01.2022 For those attending tomorrow's FNQLA Christmas Lunch at Tamarind Restaurant, a friendly reminder to bring along cash to purchase raffle tickets! Tickets will be $5 each or three for $10. The raffle will be raising money for Ruth's Women's Shelter (www.ruthswomensshelter.com.au) who do exceptional work providing secure crisis accommodation to women and children at risk of domestic and family violence.... As always, generous local businesses have donated gifts for our Christmas raffle: - One night's accommodation at the Pullman Reef Hotel Casino - Full-day Green Island trip for two adults and two children with Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises (including choice of snorkeling gear hire or glass bottom boat) valued at $247.50 - Gift Certificate to join a Adriana’s Painting Party valued at $55 - $100 gift voucher to NOA - $100 gift voucher to The Conservatory Bar - 30 minute massage and 30 minute facial from Refresh City Day Spa valued at $139 We look forward to seeing everyone at Tamarind at 12.30pm. #FNQLA

13.01.2022 JOB VACANCY - LEGAL OFFICER - CHILD ADVOCATE A job opportunity at the Office of the Public Guardian is open until Wednesday 30 September and is open to all applicants, not limited to government employees. For more information and to apply online for the position: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-352400-20

13.01.2022 URGENT UPDATES FROM QLD COURTS AND QLD CORRECTIVE SERVICES There are new changes to the operating arrangements from the Queensland Courts and also Queensland Corrective Services, due to COVID-19. Queensland Courts update can be located here: https://www.qlsproctor.com.au//update-from-queensland-cou/... Queensland Corrective Services update can be located here: https://www.qlsproctor.com.au//queensland-corrective-serv/

13.01.2022 FYI for those attending Thursday's Far North Medical & Legal Society Inc event "Gender Dysphoria".

12.01.2022 Dear Colleagues, Last week we saw the tragic passing of Melissa Nielsen. Many of you will be aware that Melissa’s passing came quickly and unexpectedly following the original diagnosis of her illness four weeks ago. Melissa worked with Miller Harris Lawyers for 15 years, and became a partner of the firm in 2013. During that period, Melissa became the life and soul of the firm. She brought out the best and enriched the lives of those around her.... Melissa will be remembered by her clients for her dedication, commitment and enthusiasm to their cause and to her home region. She will be remembered by many more as a maternal health champion saving lives of mothers in childbirth through her fundraising for Send Hope Not Flowers. Send Hope Not Flowers has created a fundraising account in Melissa’s honour which can be accessed at: www.sendhope.org. Miller Harris is very grateful for the time that they shared with Melissa, and for the kind expressions of sympathy and support from the profession over the last week. Those that knew Melissa will miss her terribly. The FNQLA extends their deepest sympathy to Melissa’s family, and thanks the profession for their support of Miller Harris during this time.

12.01.2022 FNQLA CHRISTMAS LUNCH - SAVE THE DATE The FNQLA annual Christmas lunch will once again be held at Tamarind at the Pullman Reef Hotel Casino on Tuesday 1 December 2020. A further announcement will be made with details once tickets are on sale. #FNQLA

11.01.2022 FNMLS EVENT - 20 AUGUST - TICKETS STRICTLY LIMITED DUE TO COVID-19 Dr Eugene Priscott, Mr Shaune Williams of Counsel and a urological surgeon will speak to us about Gender Reassignment surgery and the challenging decisions made by patients and their families. Book your ticket here: https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=645177&... FNMLS membership: https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=592120&

11.01.2022 SLATER & GORDON - OPENING OF CAIRNS VISITING OFFICE Join Slater & Grodn's local legal team on 28 August for a Covid Complaint Party at Hemingway's Brewery. RVSP by 21 August by emailing [email protected].

09.01.2022 CAIRNS JUDICIARY CPD SERIES 2020/2021 The Cairns Judiciary CPD Series is back, with three sessions suitable for both solicitors and barristers. SESSION 1: Recent reforms in criminal law - The Criminal Code (Child Sexual Offences Reform) and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2020. Presented by Fantin DCJ, supporting panel of Henry J, Morzone DCJ QC. Session 1 will be held on Wednesday, 2 December 2020 from 5.00-6.00pm at Court 1, Level 4 Cairns Courthouse. There will be no... networking drinks following this session. Physical attendees will be seated with adequate physical spacing. There will be a cap on the maximum number of persons physically attending, with priority given to early RSVPs. The session will be accessible by telephone and audio-visual link. To dial in, phone: 3025 4400, when prompted, enter pin: 090 96106#. For audio-visual details, contact Leigh Turner (details below). SESSION 2: Advocacy by Telephone and Video Link - Advocating over the telephone and video link is increasingly part of the "new normal". If you must do it, how may you do it effectively? Presented by Henry J, with supporting panel of Morzone DCJ and Fantin DJC. Session 2 will be held on Wednesday, 3 February 2021 at 5.00-6.00pm at Court 1, Level 4 Cairns Courthouse. SESSION 3: Effectively using comparative and principle authority to support a sentence range. Co-presented by Morzone DCJ QC, Joshua Trevino and Nathan Crane, with supporting panel Henry J, Fantin DCJ on Wednesday, 24 March 2021 at 5.00-6.00pm at Court 1, Level 4 Cairns Courthouse. For sessions 2 and 3, it will be determined closer to the date whether a return to hosting networking drinks is viable. It is essential that those wishing to attend RSVP to Leigh Turner by email at: [email protected]. Certificates of attendance will be issued, with each session to accrue one CPD point per hour of attendance for barristers and solicitors. #FNQLA #CPDpoints

09.01.2022 Inter Alia Cairns are anticipating that their Student Law Ball will be held in October this year, pending Covid-19 restrictions being lifted. All students and members of the legal profession are invited, so if you are interested in attending the student ball, please give their post below a like or comment!

07.01.2022 QLS FUTURE LEADERS COMMITTEE ELECTION Close of Electoral Roll reminder The Roll of Electors will close at 9am AEST Monday 14 September 2020. Full members who are eligible to nominate and/or vote are requested to email the QLS records team [email protected] with any updates to their date of admission, date of birth and email contact details by 9am AEST Friday 11 September 2020 to allow for administrative processing ahead of the close of the Roll of Electors.... For more information, please visit the FLC website: https://qls.us13.list-manage.com/track/click

07.01.2022 VALEDICTORY CEREMONY A valedictory ceremony will be held in Banco Court Brisbane for his Honour Chief Judge Kerry O’Brien on Thursday 13 August 2020 at 9.15 am. A videolink has been arranged to Court 1 Level 4 Cairns. Anyone wishing to attend and watch the ceremony by video-link is asked to please be seated by 9.10 am. ... Could you please notify Leigh Turner ([email protected]) in advance of your intention so that the bailiffs can adequately allow for seating that complies with social distancing practices. It may be necessary to have overflow courts, depending on numbers.

06.01.2022 LETTER TO FAR NORTH QUEENSLAND LEGAL PROFESSION

04.01.2022 PRESIDENTS UPDATE - 3 JUNE 2020 Please see link to the the latest Queensland Law Society Presidents Update below, which contains further information about 'Phase 2' of QLS's support for Queensland legal practitioners. #QLS #FNQLA

03.01.2022 The FNQLA, together with the Women Lawyers Association of Queensland Inc. are pleased to invite you to the 2021 International Women's Day Breakfast, with guest ...speaker Magistrate Payne. This year's IWD theme is #ChooseToChallenge. You can purchase tickets for this year's breakfast at this link: www.trybooking.com/708226 We look forward to seeing everyone at Bailey, a Crystalbrook Collection Hotel on 8 March 2021, at 7.20AM for a 7.30AM start. #FNQLA #IWD2021

02.01.2022 THE COLLEGE OF LAW WEBINARS The College of Law (Qld) are delivering five webinars in October and November as part of the 'In My Court' series. Practitioners are provided with the valuable opportunity to hear directly from, and ask questions of, members of the judiciary about the Court’s expectations of practitioners appearing in their jurisdiction. Attendees have the opportunity to submit questions anonymously ahead of the event or ask these on the day. The College of L...aw encourage candour by our presenters and attendees by not recording these events. Tuesday 6 October 2020 5.00pm 6.00pm In My Court: The Honourable Judge Rackemann of the Planning and Environment Court Facilitated by Tim Stork, Queensland Bar Live webinar 1 CPD point in Professional Skills Tuesday 13 October 2020 4.00pm 5.00pm In My Court: Magistrate MacKenzie of the Coroners Court Joined by Matthew Hickey, Queensland Bar and facilitated by Gilshenan & Luton Live webinar - 1 CPD point in Professional Skills Thursday 5 November 2020 4.30pm 5.30pm In My Court: The Judges of the Family Court of Australia Facilitated by Kathryn McMillan QC Live webinar - 1 CPD point in Professional Skills Tuesday 10 November 2020 4.30pm 5.30pm In My Court: The Judges of the Federal Circuit Court of Australia Facilitated by Kathryn McMillan QC Live webinar - 1 CPD point in Professional Skills Tuesday 17 November 2020 5.00pm 6.30pm In My Court: The Members of the Administrative Appeals Tribunal Facilitated by David Marks QC Live webinar 1.5 CPD point in Professional Skills LINK TO REGISTER AND FOR MORE INFORMATION https://www.collaw.edu.au/programs/cpd/c-24/c-77 #FNQLA #CollegeOfLaw

02.01.2022 Congratulations to local Townsville Family Law Solicitor, Christopher John Bowrey, who has just been appointed as a Judge of the Federal Circuit Court of Australia. On behalf of the profession, we welcome Mr Bowrey to the bench.