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25.01.2022 MEDIA STATEMENT | Jocelyne Boujos has been declared elected as the Law Society of Western Australia’s President for 2021. Ms Boujos is the Law Society’s current Senior Vice President. In 2017 and 2018, Ms Boujos held the positions of Junior Vice President and Treasurer and has been a member of the Council since 2016. Ms Boujos said, I am honoured to be the President of the Law Society for 2021. It has been a privilege to serve as a member of the Executive and Senior Vice P...resident in 2020. I look forward to continuing to help the important work of the Society. Law Society President Nicholas van Hattem said, I congratulate Jocelyne on her election unopposed as President of the Society in 2021. Jocelyne has been a strong contributor to Council for many years, and a wise, supportive and kind colleague on Executive. I look forward to working with Jocelyne and the newly constituted Council and Executive in 2021 as Immediate Past President. Read more here: https://bit.ly/2H3vmoS

25.01.2022 Coached by barrister Craig McIntosh, students at St Mary’s Anglican Girls School value their opportunity to participate in the Mock Trial Competition every year. The Law Society thanks Craig, and dedicated teacher, Alison Harris, for supporting the students.

24.01.2022 Do you know a practitioner with a passion for the law and who goes above and beyond? The Law Society’s annual Lawyer of the Year Awards is back for 2021 and we invite members of the Law Society to nominate a colleague who has made a noteworthy contribution to the WA Legal Profession. We are seeking nominees in the following categories:... Lawyer of the Year (more than five years’ experience) Lawyer of the Year (less than five years’ experience) Nominations close 2.00pm Monday 19 April 2021 Visit https://bit.ly/3myNrMc for further information and to submit your nomination. #lawweek2021

24.01.2022 With brand new interactive online seminars and live webinars, the Law Society has your CPD compliance fully covered, so that you can obtain your 10 points before the 31 March deadline. Log on to our eLearning platform before 31 March to catch up on your interactive CPD points. Entirely self-serve and with the ability to complete at your own pace, our large range of courses will have something for everyone. https://bit.ly/3f9Elnn

24.01.2022 If finance isn’t your first language, our upcoming Accounting 101 webinar will help to upskill you in key areas including - business structuring, tax planning and Federal stimulus initiatives available to support the profession. Join us online on Monday, 29 March 2021 from 1.00pm - 2.00pm. This seminar provides 1 point in Competency 1: Practice Management, and is open to lawyers of all skill levels. For more information and to register now: https://bit.ly/3lMsg92

24.01.2022 Jocelyne Boujos, President of the Law Society, was quoted in reinforcing the Law Society’s previous comments of June 2020 and restated that: There is no place for sexual harassment in any profession, any workplace. Sexual harassment is both unlawful and entirely unacceptable.

23.01.2022 In this latest video from Legal Minds, Jodie Hill looks at why mental health issues are so prominent in the legal industry, the changes needed, and how we can support our colleagues and peers. Watch the video here: https://buff.ly/3dREUjp Did you know, your membership provides complimentary access to support programmes through LawCare WA to help you manage your career, life, health and wellbeing. To find out more about all resources offered through LawCare WA, visit https://buff.ly/3mwt2ap.

22.01.2022 New! Trusts: Anticipating and rectifying common problems eLearning Course Whilst trusts are commonly used for a wide variety of purposes, there are a surprising number of them with serious problems. The impact of this on clients can be catastrophic. 1.0 Point Competency 4: Substantive Law... Available on the Law Society’s eLearning platform for learning on demand. https://bit.ly/3ske09W

22.01.2022 Every year, Law Week helps foster a better understanding of the roles law and justice play in our society. This year’s event is fast approaching and we encourage all members of the legal profession to get involved! Be a part of this year’s Law Week and arrange for your firm or organisation to hold a Law Week event or seminar. Register your event online at: https://bit.ly/3d125Ze for the opportunity to be included in the Law Society’s Law Week programme and have your event promoted widely to the profession and community.

21.01.2022 Legal Profession Uniform Law: Session Two The Law Society’s LPUL CPD Seminar Series, sponsored by the Department of Justice, continues on Thursday, 22 October from 4pm 5pm with Session Two focusing on complaints, disciplinary matters and disqualification. Join Carolyn Moss, Barrister, Francis Burt Chambers and the Legal Practice Board and our Chair Patricia Cahill SC, Barrister, Francis Burt Chambers for this focused session reviewing the proposed changes to this area in detail. Register now: https://buff.ly/2GsfBrz If you missed our Introductory Information session, which was attended by a record breaking audience of 320 practitioners eager to gain insight into the impending changes to the WA profession, make sure you don’t miss out again and check the LPUL Information Hub to keep up to date on developments: https://buff.ly/3iFKHcd

21.01.2022 While there has been a growing conversation within the legal profession about the mental health of lawyers, much of it looks at mental health as a primarily personal issue: the individual’s work/life balance and stress as a personal response. In this Legal Mind podcast, LawCare's Gemma Matthews talks to Joanna Fleck and Rachel Francis, authors of Vicarious Trauma in the Legal Profession, which draws focus to the impact of traumatic casework for lawyers and how collectively change can be made. Listen to the podcast here: https://buff.ly/3c0f3Gc.

21.01.2022 It was great to attend Peter Moyes Anglican Community School for the premier screening of the winning 2020 Cluedunnit Kids submission, a pop-up book, created by the Year 6 Fast and the Curious team. Thanks to Curtin University’s Work Integrated Learning progamme, Hannah Lamb, a Marketing and Advertising student at Curtin University, worked with us and the students to create a digital video file that brings out the magic of the winning submission. See video here: https://youtu.be/u8Wn4eASX0E Photo (L to R): Chrissie Payne, The Fast and the Curious team, Hannah Lamb

20.01.2022 Our panellists for last night’s webinar, Creating Positive Mental Health: Different Perspectives, Doing it Better, Walking the Talk, gathered in person for a change of pace to discuss how both firms and individuals can walk the walk when it comes to creating positive mental health, highlighting the importance of Mental Health Week. The shared message of positive change starting from the top and putting structures in place to maintain ones own mental health is relative to al...l areas of the profession. We are grateful to the panel for sharing their personal stories and perspectives. If you missed our session, you can access our mental health themed eLearning seminars at any time - Nobody told me there’d be days like these! Stress, Pressure & Ethical Decision-Making in the Practice of Law (https://buff.ly/3iW32li) or How to Avoid becoming a target for Claims (https://buff.ly/3drlZv8). Pictured from left to right: Michael Ferguson, Partner, Squire Patton Boggs; David Davidson (Chair), Convenor for the Mental Health and Wellbeing Committee, Law Society of Western Australia & Senior State Prosecutor, Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions for Western Australia; Carla Vinciullo, Partner, Mason Ledger; and David Blades, Director, Chisholm Law.

18.01.2022 The Law Society congratulates Matthew Zilko SC on his appointment as Parliamentary Inspector of the Corruption and Crime Commission (CCC). Mr Zilko is a longstanding supporter and member of the Law Society. He is an experienced litigator who appeared as counsel in hundreds of trials in all Western Australian courts and tribunals, the Federal Court and High Court in both criminal and civil matters. The Law Society wishes Mr Zilko all the best in his important new role.

18.01.2022 Whilst trusts are commonly used for a wide variety of purposes, there are a surprising number of them with serious problems. Our upcoming webinar, 'Trusts: Anticipating and Rectifying Common Problems' on Wednesday, 21 October from 1pm 2pm will present useful cases and provide practical guidance and insight from experienced legal and accounting practitioners. Register Now: https://buff.ly/3iDXdJi

16.01.2022 Celebrating the end of the 2020 Mock Trial Competition lots of positive feedback received from participants, volunteer lawyers and sponsors!

15.01.2022 One place left for the Law Society’s Practical Advocacy Weekend One place has just become available for the sold out Practical Advocacy Weekend happening on Saturday, 14 & 15 November 2020. Call the CPD Team now on (08) 9324 8699 to register for this intensive weekend course with Head Coaches Bill Keane and Paul Yovich SC (Barristers, Francis Burt Chambers) at The Children’s Court of Western Australia.... This popular course provides you with the opportunity to experience real-courtroom simulation and learn practical coaching, voice training with one-on-one feedback provided. The Practical Advocacy Weekend only runs once a year, so don’t miss this rare opportunity to combine legal knowledge and performance skills.

14.01.2022 The Law Society of WA congratulates former Supreme Court Judge Lindy Jenkins on her appointment as Chair of the Law Reform Commission of Western Australia, joining current members Dr Sarah Murray and Ms Kirsten Chivers to form the first all-female Commission since it its inception in 1972. Ms Jenkins is a longstanding supporter of the Law Society and has been a member since 1999. The Law Society also acknowledges the contribution by Dr David Cox for his service to law reform in Western Australia over the past six years.

13.01.2022 New! Industrial Manslaughter Briefing 2020 - eLearning Course Join Industrial Relations Minister Bill Johnston to hear about significant amendments to Work Health and Safety Laws that are coming to Western Australia. 1.5 Points Competency 4: Substantive Law... Available on the Law Society’s eLearning platform for learning on demand. https://bit.ly/3cgBIya

12.01.2022 The third installment of our Legal Profession Uniform Law Series will focus on Practicing Certificates and Admissions, presented by Rebecca O’Brien, Barrister, Francis Burt Chambers and Denis Barich, Acting Deputy Executive Director, Legal Practice Board of Western Australia. Join us on Thursday, 29 October from 4pm 5pm or catch the replayed recording of the session on Monday, 2 November. Register now: https://buff.ly/31yYkEi

12.01.2022 As a law student or young lawyer, it is important for you to recognize what factors are highly influential in shaping your mental health and wellbeing in the early years of legal practice. The Being Well in the Law resource, developed by the Law Society of New South Wales Young Lawyers and ANU and adapted by the Law Society of Western Australia delivers a close look at wellbeing in the context of the profession and provides valuable advice to anyone embarking on their legal... career. For more health and wellbeing resources and assistance, please access LawCare WA, which is free for Society members: https://www.lawsocietywa.asn.au/lawcare-wa/ #strongertogether #MentalHealthWeek Click here to read Being Well in Law: https://buff.ly/2SXAQ6W

12.01.2022 The Law Society is pleased to support and promote the important work of its subsidiary Law Access in the fostering of pro bono services to enhance access to justice for all Western Australians.

12.01.2022 Attorney General’s Community Service Law Awards Open Do you know a legal practitioner, not-for-profit organisation or legal firm that has 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. For more information or to nominate visit www.justice.wa.gov.au/lawaward.... For more information contact 9264 1600 or email [email protected]. Nominations close 2.00pm Tuesday, 20 April 2021.

12.01.2022 Lands Minister Ben Wyatt has today launched the Aboriginal and Dual Naming Guidelines for naming Western Australian geographic features and places to help preserve and reawaken local languages through Aboriginal place names. The release of the guidelines coincides with NAIDOC Week, which this year recognises the continuous connection of Aboriginal people to language and Country. The guidelines are available at https://www0.landgate.wa.gov.au/maps-an/wa-geographic-names

11.01.2022 The Law Society, in partnership with legalsuper, is proud to present the Women, Finance and Empowerment Forum to be held on Thursday, 26 November. An exceptional panel chaired by Kristen Mander, Chair, legalsuper, will examine how we can empower a different financial narrative for women and how you can be your best weapon towards a more favourable financial future. This event is FREE for all Law Society members. For more information and to register now: https://buff.ly/36dTa1W

10.01.2022 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Sarah Russell, who has been appointed as a Judge of the District Court. As announced by the Attorney General, the Hon John Quigley MLA, Ms Russell will take up her new position on 2 December 2020. Ms Russell is a barrister with over 25 years' experience in civil, corporate and commercial litigation and has been a longstanding member of the Law Society since 2003. Read more here: https://buff.ly/3qgmf6c

10.01.2022 This year we commemorate the 102nd anniversary since the guns on the Western Front fell silent and reflect on the significance of that event. We also pause to remember all of the men and women of the Australian Defence Force who have made the ultimate sacrifice, and express our gratitude to members of the legal profession who have also served, such as the late Max Kott, John Francis Walsh, and Francis Burt. We will remember them. Lest we forget.

08.01.2022 Taking the first step to make your mental wellbeing a priority can be challenging. The Law Society is partnered with Converge International to provide an assistance programme as part of our LawCare WA offerings. Law Society members have access to free, independent and confidential professional counselling to provide support for a range of personal or work-related issues. For more health and wellbeing resources and information on our LawCare WA programme, please visit our website: https://www.lawsocietywa.asn.au/lawcare-wa/ This short video explains the support offered. #strongertogether #mentalhealthweek

08.01.2022 The Law Council of Australia has long been advocating for the establishment of a Commonwealth Integrity Commission and is pleased that the Government has finally released the Exposure Draft legislation. Read more here: https://buff.ly/3kP0Yxl

07.01.2022 On International Human Rights Day, the Law Council of Australia is calling on government to reassess its mandatory, indefinite detention of non-citizens who do not hold a valid visa. Read more here: https://bit.ly/33VZjzp

07.01.2022 Knowledge is Power, Don't Miss Out on this Forum Last Chance to Book! On Thursday, 26 November, our impressive line-up of presenters talk Women, Finance and Empowerment. Chaired by Kirsten Mander, join this frank and insightful discussion brought to you in partnership with legalsuper. From systemic and policy issues, to personal mindset and behavioural conditioning, this event promises to expand your knowledge and spark greater self-awareness in relation to money and financ...e. This event is FREE for all Law Society members, and non-members are $30. We look forward to a great discussion. For more information and to register now: https://buff.ly/36dTa1W

06.01.2022 The Law Society warmly congratulates the winners of the Attorney General’s Community Service Law Awards: Julia Johnstone, the Citizens Advice Bureau of WA, the Consumer Credit Legal Service, Corrs Chambers Westgarth and Estrin Saul Lawyers. The awards were presented by Attorney General John Quigley MLA to recognise and celebrate the pro bono work being done by lawyers and community legal services in Western Australia.

06.01.2022 After months of speculation, Federal Court Judges Jacqueline Gleeson and Simon Steward have been announced as the newest High Court appointees. They will fill the vacancies left by Justices Geoffrey Nettle and Virginia Bell when they retire over the next few months. Justice Gleeson has a strong background in public and commercial law, appeared for NSW at the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse, and is the first child of a former High Court Justice to be appointed to the Court. Justice Steward only recently became a Judge in 2018, before which he was a barrister specialising in tax law.

05.01.2022 This week, 8 November - 15 November 2020 marks NAIDOC week 2020. This year's theme is 'Always Was, Always Will Be'. The Law Society acknowledges the land on which we live and work is Aboriginal land, and pays respect to Elders past, present and emerging. This NAIDOC week, in the spirit of the theme 'Always Was, Always Will Be', we encourage you to take some time to learn a bit more about the land on which we live and work, and the world's oldest continuing cultures. One of th...e ways you can do this is to attend a NAIDOC week event. The City of Perth is organising a number of events this week and throughout November. Learn about the lives and legacies of Noongar Elders at Moorditj Bridyas - Solid Bosses, take part in the NAIDOC library challenge, listen to some Aussie Yarns at City of Perth Library, attend a weaving workshop or enjoy some song and dance at Yagan Square. https://buff.ly/3kcliHX See more

04.01.2022 The Law Society is proud to support WA Mental Health Week 2020. The theme this year is Strengthening Our Community Live, Learn, Work, Play. 2020 has been a year like no other and it has revitalised the importance of community, self-care and striking a suitable work-life balance. Throughout the week, we will be encouraging reflection on health and wellbeing and sharing resources.... This Tuesday from 4.30pm 5.30pm join the Law Society’s Mental Health Panel for the webinar Creating Positive Mental Health: Different Perspectives, Doing it Better, Walking the Talk. Bringing together panellists from large, medium and sole practitioner firms, this panel discussion will provide an inclusive conversation about moving forward towards positive mental health outcomes. Bookings are still available, don’t miss out on what is sure to be an insightful discussion. Register Now: https://bit.ly/30X3BFi #strongertogether #MentalHealthWeek

04.01.2022 SENIOR COUNSEL APPOINTMENTS | Law Society President Nicholas van Hattem said, On behalf of the Law Society and the wider legal profession, I congratulate each of the newly appointed Senior Counsel. The Society, profession and the community will all benefit from the contribution of these senior lawyers in the role of Senior Counsel. Read more: https://www.lawsocietywa.asn.au//senior-counsel-appointme/

04.01.2022 The Law Society of Western Australia's Annual General Meeting (AGM) was held yesterday evening at the Perth offices of Herbert Smith Freehills. The AGM approved the Law Society's Annual Report and Annual Financial Statements, which can be viewed by clicking here: https://buff.ly/36Nbf7o Congratulations to Mr Denis William McLeod, who was elected as the Law Society's newest Life Member. Mr McLeod has been an active member of the Society since he joined in 1968. Following the AGM, attendees took the opportunity to catch up with colleagues and members of the Society's Council while enjoying refreshments and the picturesque views from level 36 of the QV1 Building. The Law Society thanks Herbert Smith Freehills for the use of its premises and hospitality.

03.01.2022 Our Legal Profession Uniform Law CPD Seminar Series continues with Session Two on Thursday, 22 October from 4pm 5pm. This webinar will review impending changes to Complaints, Disciplinary and Consumer matters. If you can’t make our session on Thursday, each session will be recorded and replayed on the following Monday. Register now: https://buff.ly/37oXwpo

03.01.2022 From today, legal practitioners will be able to provide assistance in immigration matters without holding registration as a migration agent. The Law Society welcomes these long-awaited changes. Removing expensive dual regulation will improve access to justice by reducing costs for consumers and allow more lawyers to provide immigration assistance.

03.01.2022 St Stephens Carramar has been involved in the Mock Trial Programme for many years, as the students get so much value from it. With the support of coaches like Ashley Roberts and Sarah Wordsworth, the team is ready for cases in 2021!

02.01.2022 The Law Society congratulates University of Western Australia (UWA) law student, Sophie Coffin, who has been awarded the John Koowarta Scholarship for 2020. The John Koowarta Scholarship is a national scholarship dedicated to helping Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander law students achieve their ambition of becoming a lawyer. As announced by the Law Council of Australia, Sophie is a proud Ngangumarta/Yindjibarndi woman from Port Hedland WA and currently finishing her Juris ...Doctor. Her passion for human rights, social justice and intellectual property informs her aspiration for a career in the protection of the intellectual property rights of Aboriginal artists in Western Australia. The photo below shows the Law Society’s Immediate Past President Greg McIntyre SC presenting the award to Sophie Coffin at the Law Council of Australia (LCA) Directors meeting in his capacity as a member of the LCA Executive on Saturday at the Law Society's offices.