Upcoming CPD Events


	Title	Young Lawyers Basics: Drafting Affidavits and Witness Statements
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	Date/ Time	Thursday, 7 June 2012 - 5.30pm to 7.00pm
	Venue	The Law Society of Western Australia
	Details	What are the basic rules of evidence and how do they translate to statements and affidavits? This seminar, designed for young lawyers, will cover the evidentiary and practical aspects of drafting affidavits and collecting witness statements.
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	Title	Binding Agreements & Asset Protection Strategies in the Family Law Jurisdiction
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	Date/ Time	Wednesday, 20 June 2012 - 3.00pm to 6.15pm
	Venue	The Law Society of Western Australia
	Details	This interactive seminar will provide you with the necessary tools to properly document agreements negotiated in financial proceedings. Understand relevant issues by examining significant cases and ensure you fulfil your legal obligations when drafting financial agreements.
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	Title	Effective Advocacy Skills for Junior Practitioners 2012
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	Date/ Time	Friday, 22 June 2012 - 8.45am to 5.30pm Saturday, 23 June 2012 - 9.00am to 1.00pm
	Venue	The Law Society of Western Australia
	Details	This event has been specifically designed for junior practitioners and will provide attendees with essential information to advance both their legal knowledge and advocacy skills. A broad range of topics will be delivered by a distinguished cast of pre-eminent members of the legal profession.
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	Title	Understanding Accounting Documents
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	Date/ Time	Wednesday, 27 June 2012 - 1.00pm to 5.15pm
	Venue	The Law Society of Western Australia
	Details	This seminar will examine financial statements from a lawyer's perspective, with a focus on demystifying, rather than on preparation. Participants will also get a thorough understanding of accounting terminology like sales, revenue, income, profit, EBIT, stock turnover and gross profit and we will discuss what is important to know in relation to the handling and processing of financial forensic evidence.
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	Title	Settling Out of Court
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	Date/ Time	Tuesday, 3 July 2012 - 3.55pm to 6.00pm
	Venue	The Law Society of Western Australia
	Details	This seminar will outline the factors to take into account when advising a client whether or not to settle out of court. Attendees will learn about the critical points to note when conducting negotiations and documenting a settlement and will also be provided with strategies on taking into account and mitigating clients' tax liability in respect of the settlement sum.
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	Title	Young Lawyers Basics: A View from the Bench
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	Date/ Time	Wednesday, 4 July 2012 - 5.30pm to 6.30pm
	Venue	The Law Society of Western Australia
	Details	This seminar will provide junior practitioners with practical advice when appearing before the District and Magistrates Courts. It will provide delegates with information on which helpful and necessary documents should be submitted and which ones should be avoided. The general conduct in the courts will also be examined and young lawyers will learn what is expected of them. The speakers will also provide insight into the common errors that junior lawyers commonly make.
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	Title	Drafting Wills Masterclass
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	Date/ Time	Tuesday, 7 August 2012 - 3.30pm to 5.00pm
	Venue	The Law Society of Western Australia
	Details	The importance of drafting a will to accurately reflect the wishes of your client is paramount. This practical masterclass will address all steps in the process of drafting an effective will - from taking clear instructions from your client and using appropriate precedents, to drafting a will and getting it signed correctly. By completing the process thoroughly and accurately at the drafting stage you can pre-empt a number of issues which could arise when the will is called upon, including claims against the deceased estate.
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