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Joint Media Release: The Law Society of Western Australia and Law Access Ltd | Pro Bono Lawyers Walk for Justice
16 May 2023Tuesday, 16 May 2023 The annual Law Access Walk for Justice on Tuesday, 16 May celebrates National Pro Bono …
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The Law Society of Western Australia’s Young Lawyers Committee Presented with the 2022 Australian Young Lawyer Organisation Award
22 November 202222 November 2022 The Law Society of Western Australia’s Young Lawyers Committee was honoured on Friday, 18 November 2022, …
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The Law Society Congratulates New Life Members
16 November 202216 November 2022 Congratulations to The Hon Rene Le Miere KC, Greg McIntyre SC, The Hon John McKechnie KC, Theodore …
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Vale Robert Meadows KC
16 November 202216 November 2022 The Law Society of Western Australia is saddened to hear of the passing of Robert Meadows KC, …
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Joint Media Release: Law Council of Australia and the Law Society of Western Australia | Excessive use of force on children unconscionable
15 November 202215 November 2022 The Law Council of Australia and the Law Society of Western Australia are deeply concerned by the …
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Law Society President says sending children to the main maximum-security prison in Western Australia is not the right solution and there needs to be a rethink
25 October 202225 October 2022 The President of the Children’s Court has made a number of judicial announcements on how inappropriate it …
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Farewell to the Honourable Kevin Hammond AO
25 October 2022Tuesday 25 October 2022 The Law Society is saddened to hear of the passing of the Honourable Kevin Hammond …
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2023 Council Election – Meet the Nominees!
19 October 2022Wednesday, 19 October 2022 Congratulations once again to Ante Golem who was declared to be elected as President and Paula Wilkinson and Gary Mack who …
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Law Society Raises Concerns on the Liquor Control Amendment (PEP) Bill 2022
14 October 2022Friday, 14 October 2022 The Law Society recently received a briefing from the Government regarding the amendments to the …
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2023 Law Society President Elected
13 October 202213 October 2022 Ante Golem has been declared elected as the Law Society of Western Australia’s President for 2023. Mr …
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Law Society Welcomes Reforms in Promoting Equality for Western Australians
16 August 2022Tuesday, 16 August 2022 The Law Society welcomes the announcement today by the Attorney General, the Hon John Quigley MLA …
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Law Society Awarded Lotterywest Grant Towards Preservation of Legal Cultural Heritage
30 June 2022Thursday, 20 June 2022 The Law Society of Western Australia has been awarded a grant of $96,810 from Lotterywest …
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Joint Media Release: The Law Society of Western Australia and Law Access Ltd Sign a New Memorandum of Understanding
16 June 2022Thursday, 16 June 2022 The Law Society of Western Australia and Law Access Ltd signed a new Memorandum of …
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Western Australian Legal Profession to Join the Legal Profession Uniform Law Scheme on 1 July 2022
1 June 2022Wednesday, 1 June 2022 The State Attorney General John Quigley has announced that Western Australia will officially join …
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Legal Profession Uniform Law Passes Parliament
5 April 2022Tuesday, 5 April 2022 The Law Society of Western Australia has welcomed the announcement by the State Attorney General, …
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Joint Press Release: The Law Society of Western Australia and Law Access | Planned Law Access Leadership Transition Creates New Opportunities for Growth
14 December 2021Tuesday, 14 December 2021 Malcolm McCusker AC CVO QC is retiring as Chairman of the Law Access Board on …
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2022 Law Society President Elected
14 October 2021Thursday, 14 October 2021 Rebecca Lee has been declared elected as the Law Society of Western Australia’s President …
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Joint Media Statement: Funding certainty to help Law Access meet pro bono demand
27 August 2021Friday, 27 August 2021 Law Access and its founder and parent body, the Law Society of Western Australia, welcome …
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The Courts Legislation Amendment (Magistrates) Bill 2021 – Potential ramifications for the independence of the judiciary
4 August 2021Wednesday, 4 August 2021 The Courts Legislation Amendment (Magistrates) Bill 2021 (Bill) was introduced on 23 June 2021. Yesterday the Law Society of …
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The Courts Legislation Amendment (Magistrates) Bill 2021 – Potential ramifications for the independence of the judiciary
3 August 20213 August 2021 The Law Society understands that the Courts Legislation Amendment (Magistrates) Bill 2021 (Bill) introduced on 23 June 2021 has …
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New Judicial Appointments to the District Court
1 June 2021Tuesday, 1 June 2021 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates barrister Lisa Campbell-Tovey and Supreme Court Registrar …
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Federal Budget 2021-22 – Investment in Addressing Sexual Harassment
12 May 2021Wednesday, 12 May 2021 The Law Society of Western Australia is pleased that the Federal Government has made …
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The Urgent Need for Criminal Courts in Western Australia
20 April 2021Tuesday, 20 April 2021 The Law Society of Western Australia has raised concerns with the State Attorney General about the …
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The Law Society Strongly Opposes Mandatory Sentencing
18 January 2021Monday, 18 January 2021 The Law Society of Western Australia is firmly opposed to mandatory sentencing in any form …
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Lawyers Continuing to Provide Important Services During COVID-19 Pandemic
14 April 2020Tuesday, 14 April 2020 Today the Attorney General the Hon John Quigley MLA acknowledged the important work of the profession …
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Law Society Congratulates New Chief Judge of District Court and New President of Children’s Court on Appointments
28 February 2020Friday, 28 February 2020 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Her Honour Judge Julie Wager, who has been appointed as the new …
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Survey on Engagement and Retention of Legal Professionals
10 February 2020Monday, 3 February 2020 The Law Society of Western Australia has commissioned an engagement and retention survey to research and …
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Law Society Congratulates New Senior Counsel
27 November 2019Wednesday, 27 November 2019 The Law Society congratulates the six practitioners appointed as Senior Counsel, as announced today by the …
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Voluntary Assisted Dying Bill 2019
27 November 2019Wednesday, 27 November 2019 The Law Society of Western Australia has released its submission in response to the Voluntary Assisted …
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New Federal Agreement Must Increase Legal Assistance Funding and Protect Indigenous Legal Assistance
1 November 2019Friday, 1 November 2019 The Commonwealth and State Governments must use upcoming negotiations to urgently address the crisis in legal …
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Law Society Welcomes Increase to Payroll Tax Threshold
31 October 2019Thursday, 31 October 2019 The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes today’s announcement by the State Government that it will …
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Law Council of Australia: Gains being made though gender gap in barrister briefings remains, report finds
11 October 201911 October 2019 Female barristers are starting to receive more briefs and are more often recommended for work by their …
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Joint Statement: Law Society and Law Council Welcome Reforms to Fines Enforcement Regime
26 September 2019Thursday, 26 September 2019 The Law Society of Western Australia and the Law Council of Australia have welcomed the announcement …
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Aboriginal Youth Voice Gets the Go Ahead!
19 September 2019Thursday, 19 September 2019 The Law Society of Western Australia is pleased to announce that through its Lore/Law project, …
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2019 Sir Ronald Wilson Lecture: Climate Change – Political and Legal Accountability
2 August 2019Friday, 2 August 2019 The 2019 Sir Ronald Wilson Lecture will explore significant issues related to climate change, including the Commonwealth Government’s current …
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Law Society Welcomes New Network of Legal Aid Virtual Offices
4 July 2019Thursday, 4 July 2019 The Law Society welcomes an announcement by the Hon John Quigley MLA, Attorney General of Western …
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Law Society Supports CCIWA Campaign to Cut Payroll Tax
26 June 2019Wednesday, 26 June 2019 The Law Society of Western Australia has joined other peak WA industry groups in supporting the campaign of the …
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Report Finds Women Make Up Majority of Australian Legal Profession
19 June 2019Wednesday, 19 June 2019 A new report has found that women outnumber men in the Australian legal profession. The 2018 …
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The Law Society of Western Australia Supports Justice Reinvestment
5 June 2019Wednesday, 5 June 2019 The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes recent statements by the Attorney General the Hon John …
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New Judicial Appointments
11 April 2019Thursday, 11 April 2019 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Jennifer Hill and the Hon Justice John Vaughan, who …
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The Law Society Congratulates Ben Gauntlett on Appointment as Disability Discrimination Commissioner
5 April 2019Friday, 5 April 2019 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Ben Gauntlett, following his appointment as Disability Discrimination Commissioner. The Law Society …
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Law Society Congratulates Justice Janine Pritchard on State Administrative Tribunal Appointment
3 April 2019Wednesday, 3 April 2019 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Supreme Court Justice Janine Pritchard, who has been appointed President of the …
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Western Australia to Adopt Legal Profession Uniform Law
28 February 2019Thursday, 28 February 2019 The Law Society of Western Australia has welcomed the announcement today by the Attorney General, the Hon John …
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Customary Law
25 January 2019Friday, 25 January 2019 In a recent article in The West Australian, Josie Farrer MLA addressed the issue of customary …
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Joint statement: Law Council of Australia and Law Society of Western Australia regarding imprisonment for unpaid fines
10 January 20198 January 2019 The Law Council of Australia and the Law Society of Western Australia urge the Western Australian government …
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Law Society Welcomes Amendment to WA Redress Legislation
27 November 2018Tuesday, 27 November 2018 The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes the decision by the State Government to agree to …
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Law Society Supports Amendment to Redress Bill for Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse
22 November 2018Thursday, 22 November 2018 The Law Society of Western Australia has expressed its support for a proposed amendment to the …
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Law Society Council Election Results
22 November 2018Thursday, 22 November 2018 Voting closed on 21 November 2018 in the election of the Law Society’s 2019 Council. The …
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The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Senior Counsel appointees
13 November 2018Tuesday, 13 November 2018 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates each of the candidates appointed Senior Counsel, as announced …
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The Law Society of Western Australia’s Old Court House Law Museum Awarded Community Heritage Grant
9 November 2018Friday, 9 November 2018 The Law Society of Western Australia is delighted to announce that its Old Court House Law …
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The Law Society welcomes appointment of Justice Joseph McGrath to Aged Care Royal Commission
9 October 2018Tuesday, 9 October 2018 The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes the announcement today by the Federal Government that the …
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The Law Society Congratulates Joshua Thomson SC on Solicitor General Appointment
4 October 2018Thursday, 4 October 2018 The Law Society congratulates Joshua Thomson SC on his appointment as Solicitor General of Western Australia. …
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The Law Society welcomes legislation to implement scheme for the expungement of historical homosexual convictions
12 September 2018Wednesday, 12 September 2018 The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes the passage of legislation through State Parliament that will …
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The Law Society congratulates Justice Janine Pritchard and Magistrate Paul Glass on judicial appointments
12 September 2018Wednesday, 12 September 2018 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates the Hon Justice Janine Pritchard, who has been appointed …
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The Law Society of Western Australia calls on the McGowan Government to reverse unfair budget cuts to its school education programme
6 September 2018Thursday, 6 September 2018 The Law Society of Western Australia calls on the State Government to reverse its more than …
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The Law Society commends the Hon Justice Jeremy Curthoys following State Administrative Tribunal announcement
5 September 2018The Law Society of Western Australia commends the Hon Justice Jeremy Curthoys, following today’s announcement by the Hon Chief Justice …
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Justice Project Final Report Released: ‘Justice Impact Tests’ Among Landmark Recommendations
23 August 2018Thursday, 23 August 2018 The Law Society of Western Australia, as a constituent member of the Law Council of Australia, …
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The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Peter Quinlan SC on his appointment as the 14th Chief Justice of Western Australia
1 August 2018Wednesday, 1 August 2018 The Law Society of Western Australia commends the Attorney General’s announcement today that Mr Peter Quinlan SC will …
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The Law Society welcomes introduction of targets for briefing female barristers by Commonwealth agencies
2 July 2018Monday, 2 July 2018 The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes the Commonwealth Government’s announcement that all Commonwealth agencies will be set specific …
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The Law Society welcomes State Government decision to keep Landgate in public hands
27 June 2018Wednesday, 27 June 2018 The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes today’s announcement by the State Government that it has …
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The Law Society Partners with Edith Cowan University to Survey Lawyers’ Cyber Security Practices
22 May 2018The Law Society of Western Australia has partnered with Edith Cowan University on research into the cyber security practices of …
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Law Council Applauds Recommendation to Repeal ASIO’s Detention Power
10 May 2018The Law Council of Australia has thrown its full support behind recommendations by the powerful Parliamentary Joint Committee on Intelligence and Security …
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The Hon Wayne Martin AC, Chief Justice of Western Australia Announces Retirement
26 March 2018Monday, 26 March 2018 The Hon Wayne Martin AC, Chief Justice of Western Australia has today announced he will be …
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Law Society President Marks International Women’s Day with Keynote Address
8 March 2018Thursday, 8 March 2018 Hayley Cormann, President of the Law Society of Western Australia, addressed friends and alumni today at …
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The Law Society Congratulates New Children’s Court President
28 February 2018Wednesday, 28 February 2018 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Her Honour Judge Julie Wager, whose appointment as the …
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New Appointments to District and Supreme Courts
28 February 2018Wednesday, 28 February 2018 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates the following judicial appointees: District Court Judge Anthony Derrick …
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The Law Society congratulates new judicial appointees
1 February 2018Thursday, 1 February 2018 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates the following judicial appointees, as announced by the Attorney …
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The Law Society congratulates the Hon Christian Porter MP on appointment as Attorney General of Australia
19 December 2017Tuesday, 19 December 2017 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates the Hon Christian Porter MP on his appointment as …
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The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates new Federal Court judges
14 December 2017Thursday, 14 December 2017 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates the Honourable Justice Katrina Banks-Smith and Mr Craig Colvin …
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Law Society congratulates new District Court judges
6 December 2017Wednesday, 6 December 2017 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Ms Fiona Vernon, Mr Hylton Quail and Ms Kate Glancy on their …
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Law Society congratulates new Senior Counsel
29 November 2017Wednesday, 29 November 2017 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Mr Stephen Wright, Ms Amanda Burrows and Mr Simon …
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The Law Society elects President for 2018
20 October 2017The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Hayley Cormann, who was elected unopposed as the Law Society’s President for 2018. …
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The Law Society congratulates His Honour Judge David Parry on re-appointment as a Deputy President of the State Administrative Tribunal
15 September 2017Friday, 15 September 2017 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates His Honour Judge David Parry on his re-appointment as …
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The Law Society congratulates Ms Belinda Lonsdale on appointment as a Judge of the District Court
15 September 2017Friday, 15 September 2017 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Ms Belinda Lonsdale on her appointment as a Judge …
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The Law Society congratulates the Hon Jane Crisford SC on appointment as chair of the Legal Aid Commission of WA
19 July 201719 July 2017 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates the Hon Jane Crisford SC on her appointment as chair …
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Law Council: Recommendations for a National Compensation Scheme for victims of slavery should be swiftly accepted
18 July 201718 July 2017 The Parliamentary Joint Committee on Law Enforcement’s recommendation for a National Compensation Scheme for victims of trafficking …
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Law Council: Referendum Council report a historic milestone, momentum should not be lost on path to reform
18 July 201718 July 2017 The Australian legal profession, represented by the Law Council, is calling on the Federal Parliament to ensure …
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Law Society welcomes restoration of funding for Employment Law Centre
29 June 2017Thursday, 29 June 2017 The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes the announcement by the State Government today that funding …
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The Law Society congratulates the Hon Robert French AC on appointment as UWA Chancellor
21 June 2017Wednesday, 21 June 2017 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates the Hon Robert French AC on his appointment as …
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Legal profession warmly welcomes Professor Rosalind Croucher as AHRC President
20 June 2017The Law Council of Australia has welcomed the appointment of Emeritus Professor Rosalind Croucher AM as the next President of …
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Legal profession sets out core principles and commitments on human rights, as international spotlight shines on nation
16 June 2017Friday, 16 June 2017 The Law Council today launched its Policy Statement on Human Rights and the Legal Profession, laying …
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Recommendations in new elder abuse report should trigger decisive Government action
15 June 2017A new incident response scheme for aged care should be introduced, and many of the other key recommendations of the …
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Proposed new powers over AAT on citizenship decisions risks undermining vital checks and balances
15 June 2017Thursday, 15 June 2017 The expansion of the Immigration Minister’s power to overrule independent citizenship decisions made by the AAT …
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Political attacks on the courts a very worrying trend
13 June 2017Tuesday, 13 June 2017 The Law Council, speaking on behalf of the Australian legal profession, is calling for an end …
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COAG must prioritise risk assessment tools used for parole and bail
9 June 2017Friday, 9 June 2017 The Law Council of Australia today called on COAG to give high priority to developing superior …
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Law Society congratulates Gail Archer SC on Supreme Court appointment
29 May 2017Monday, 29 May 2017 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Gail Archer SC on her appointment as a Judge …
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Reconciliation can be advanced by constitutional change
26 May 2017Friday, 26 May 2017 On the eve of National Reconciliation Week, the Law Council of Australia has released its submission to …
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Law Society congratulates the Hon Justice Beech on Court of Appeal appointment
25 May 2017Wednesday, 24 May 2017 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates the Hon Justice Andrew Beech on his appointment as …
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Law Council recommends reform to continuing detention order, control order regimes
19 May 2017Friday, 19 May 2017 Representatives of the Law Council of Australia have appeared before the Independent National Security Legislation Monitor …
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2017 Lawyer of the Year Awards
19 May 2017Friday, 19 May 2017 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Simon Creek, Nicholas van Hattem and Krista McMeeken, winners of the 2017 …
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Law Society congratulates winners of the Attorney General’s Community Service Law Awards
15 May 2017The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Sam Vandongen SC and HHG Legal Group, winners of the Attorney General’s Community …
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Budget shows Government is listening to legal profession, but more work needed to end justice funding crisis
11 May 2017Vital new funding for the federal courts, along with the reversal of cuts to community legal centres (CLCs) and Aboriginal …
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Law Week 2017
28 April 2017The Law Society of Western Australia is pleased to present its annual Law Week which will, in 2017, run from …
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Law Council says stronger whistleblower protections are needed
28 April 2017The Law Council of Australia has today told a Senate hearing that whistleblowers protections are inconsistent and should be strengthened. …
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Law Society supports action of the State Attorney General to address legal assistance funding to community legal centres
26 April 2017The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes today’s announcement by the State Attorney General, John Quigley to provide community legal …
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Law Society welcomes cancellation of proposed cuts to legal assistance funding
24 April 2017The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes today’s announcement by the Federal Government that it will restore funding to community …
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Law Society congratulates Amanda Forrester SC on appointment as Director of Public Prosecutions
6 April 2017The Law Society of Western Australia warmly congratulates Amanda Forrester SC on her appointment as Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) …
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Senate’s powerful message on justice funding crisis should be heeded ahead of Budget
29 March 2017On the second last sitting day prior to the Federal Budget, the Senate has passed a historic motion calling for …
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Law Society Celebrates 180th Anniversary of the Old Court House
23 March 2017On Friday, 24 March 2017, the Law Society of Western Australia celebrates a significant milestone for the City of Perth’s …
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Australia’s legal assistance sector facing Federal Budget disaster, and pro bono cannot plug the gap
23 March 2017The average Australian lawyer is contributing a full week of work every year for free, but even this is insufficient …
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Bendigo’s Tayla Anderson awarded John Koowarta Indigenous Scholarship
20 March 2017Bendigo law student Tayla Anderson has been awarded the Law Council of Australia’s 2017 John Koowarta Reconciliation Law Scholarship. The …
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The Justice Project to uncover systemic flaws
10 March 2017The Law Council has announced that it is conducting a comprehensive national review into the impediments to justice in Australia, …
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Unconscious bias training now available to all Australian lawyers
8 March 2017In a national first, a customised unconscious bias training program aimed specifically at the legal profession is now accessible from …
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Law Society calls upon candidates to pledge their support for legal assistance
28 February 2017The Law Society of Western Australia is calling upon all candidates in the upcoming State election to make a public …
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Law Council welcomes appointment of Dr James Renwick SC to vital security watchdog role
27 February 2017The Law Council of Australia has applauded the appointment of prominent jurist Dr James Renwick SC as Australia’s acting Independent …
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Legal profession launching unprecedented national initiative to counter unconscious bias
20 February 2017The Law Council of Australia is launching a major new program to help lawyers understand and address unconscious bias. The …
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Same-Sex Marriage Bill report strikes balance between freedom of religion and freedom from discrimination
16 February 2017The Law Council today said the consensus Parliamentary report into the Government’s Same-Sex Marriage Bill strikes a good balance between …
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Australia takes historic step to help prevent torture
9 February 2017Australia has taken a positive and historic step today in the campaign to end torture, through the announcement by the …
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National Security Watchdog Recommends Repeal of ASIO Questioning and Detention Powers
8 February 2017The Australian legal profession is calling on the Federal Government to adopt key recommendations of the Independent National Security Legislation …
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Australia’s contribution to the Abolition of the Death Penalty Symposium
8 February 2017On 3 February 2017, the Law Council convened a national Symposium in Melbourne to discuss how government, the legal profession …
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Law Council mourns passing of former Secretary-General Bill Grant
23 January 2017The Law Council of Australia is mourning the passing of its former Secretary-General, William (Bill) Grant OAM. Mr Grant served …
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Law Council backs amendments to help bring slavery out of the shadows
20 January 2017Amendments aimed at strengthening the nation’s criminal justice legislative response to human trafficking, slavery, and slavery-like offences are strongly supported …
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Law Society welcomes State Government commitment to Armadale justice complex
20 December 2016The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes today’s announcement by the State Government that it will commit $86 million to …
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Appointment of new Solicitor-General
15 December 2016“Dr Stephen P Donaghue QC is an eminently qualified barrister who will fulfil the role of the Solicitor-General of the …
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Campaign to strengthen legal profession’s defence against cyber threats launched
14 December 2016Cyber Precedent, a new information campaign by the Law Council of Australia to assist the legal profession further defend itself …
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Recommendations for reform of elder abuse laws need serious consideration
12 December 2016The Federal Government should give close attention to a number of recommendations made by the Australian Law Reform Commission (ALRC) …
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Senior Counsel Appointments
6 December 2016The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Mr Darren Jackson, Ms Carmel Barbagallo and Ms Amanda Forrester on their appointments …
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Law Society congratulates Matthew Walton on Magistrates Court appointment
2 December 2016The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Matthew Walton on his appointment as a Magistrate at the Magistrates Court of …
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Amended High Risk Terrorist Offenders Bill strikes better balance between community protection and rule of law
1 December 2016Amendments to the Federal Government’s new anti-terror laws, that passed the Senate today, strike a better balance in protecting the …
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High Court appointments
29 November 2016The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates the Honourable Justice Susan Kiefel AC and the Honourable Justice James Edelman on …
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Chief Justice appointment a landmark in Australian history
29 November 2016The appointment of the Honourable Justice Susan Mary Kiefel AC as the next Chief Justice of the High Court of …
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2017 Law Council of Australia Executive
28 November 2016At the November Directors’ Meeting of the Law Council of Australia, the following Directors were elected as Members of the …
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Anti-death penalty and human rights advocate Julian McMahon wins Law Council’s President’s Medal
28 November 2016The Law Council of Australia’s 2016 President’s Medal has been awarded to eminent barrister, anti-death penalty and human rights advocate, …
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Law Society congratulates Dr Adam Tomison on Director General Appointment
23 November 2016The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Dr Adam Tomison on his appointment as Director General of the Department of …
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Law Council: Whistleblower protections a major development that paves the way for further expansion
22 November 2016New measures within the registered organisations legislation, passed early this morning, will drastically improve whistleblower protections for those within the …
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Law Council: Urgent action needed on Indigenous imprisonment in light of new Productivity Commission report
17 November 2016The Productivity Commission’s latest ‘Overcoming Indigenous Disadvantage’ report has underscored the pressing need for reform to combat catastrophic rates of …
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Passed Counter-Terrorism Bill addresses many Law Council concerns, now time to appoint new INSLM
9 November 2016A number of concerns expressed by the Law Council of Australia to the Counter-Terrorism Legislation Amendment Bill (No. 1) 2016 …
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Law Society congratulates Joseph McGrath SC on Supreme Court appointment
9 November 2016The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Joseph McGrath SC on his appointment as a Judge of the Supreme Court …
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Law Council urges Government to adopt key counterterrorism report recommendations
4 November 2016The Law Council of Australia is urging the Federal Government to adopt key recommendations of the Parliamentary Joint Committee on …
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Redress Scheme helps to enable access to justice for survivors of child sexual abuse
4 November 2016The Council welcomes the Federal Government’s announcement to establish a redress scheme, which is crucial to ensuring that survivors can …
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Huge boost for equality as large firms adopt Law Council’s Equitable Briefing Policy en masse
4 November 2016The Law Council of Australia’s National Equitable Briefing Policy today received a major boost, with a large number of the …
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Law Society joins all Australian Law Societies to call on PM to reverse cuts to legal assistance funding
3 November 2016The Presidents of Australia’s eight law societies, representing more than 60,000 legal practitioners, have called on the Prime Minster to …
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Law Society supports ALRC inquiry into incarceration rate of Indigenous Australians
27 October 2016The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes today’s announcement that the Commonwealth Government will ask the Australian Law Reform Commission …
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ALRC Indigenous incarceration inquiry a vital step in addressing this national catastrophe
27 October 2016The Law Council of Australia today threw its support behind the Federal Government’s decision to ask the Australian Law Reform …
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New report calls for national compensation scheme for survivors of slavery and human trafficking
27 October 2016A new report by the Law Council of Australia and Anti-Slavery Australia at UTS has outlined the case for a …
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Resignation of Solicitor-General
24 October 2016“Mr Justin Gleeson SC is an eminent barrister. He is a person of the highest integrity and skill,” the President …
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Law Society elects new President for 2017
24 October 2016The Law Society of Western Australia is pleased to announce that Alain Musikanth has been elected unopposed as President for …
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Crisis in courts, legal aid a focus of Family Law Conference
19 October 2016More than 1000 family lawyers gathered today in Melbourne for the commencement of the National Family Law Conference. The conference …
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Australia’s largest legal conference honours 40 years of the Family Law Act
19 October 2016The National Family Law Conference has commenced in Melbourne today with a comprehensive 3-day program featuring distinguished legal experts from …
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Law Society welcomes efforts to reduce Aboriginal incarceration
15 September 2016The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes the State Government’s announcement of new legislation that aims to reduce the rate …
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Law Council: Special advocate regime a vital inclusion in new counter-terrorism bill, but further parliamentary scrutiny necessary
15 September 2016The Law Council of Australia has commended the Government for including a special advocate regime in new counter-terrorism laws introduced …
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Law Council to launch national cyber security initiative as cyber threat grows
30 August 2016The Law Council of Australia will launch a national cyber security information campaign for the legal profession this year, as …
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Law Council: Disturbing images from Qld underscore the need to review youth detention Australia-wide
19 August 2016Reports and images of alleged mistreatment in Townsville’s Cleveland Youth Detention Centre and Brisbane Youth Detention Centre emphasise the pressing …
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Law Council: Caution and safeguards necessary in any move by Australia’s AGs toward nationally consistent post-sentence preventative detention scheme
5 August 2016The Law Council of Australia has welcomed the emphasis on maintaining safeguards in any nationally consistent post-sentence preventative detention scheme, …
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Law Council welcomes Mick Gooda and Margaret White as Royal Commissioners, credits decision by Brian Martin
1 August 2016The Law Council of Australia has congratulated Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice Commissioner Mick Gooda and The Hon …
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Law Council offers support for Royal Commission into abuse of children in detention
26 July 2016Law Council offers support for Royal Commission into abuse of children in detention in the NT, calls for: The Royal …
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Rule of law principles must be protected in any move to hold jailed terrorists past their terms
25 July 2016The Law Council of Australia is urging the Australian Parliament to proceed cautiously with proposals to introduce new legislation that …
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Law Council: Grave concerns for Turkey following mass removal of judges and calls for retrospective death penalty
22 July 2016The Law Council of Australia has expressed its grave concern over the removal from duty — without proper process — …
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Law Society welcomes Attorney General’s comments on mandatory sentencing
21 July 2016The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes comments made by the Attorney General, the Hon Michael Mischin MLC, stating his …
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Law Council backs Malaysian Bar Council over attacks on independence
19 July 2016The Law Council of Australia has thrown its support behind the Malaysian Bar Council, whose independence is currently under threat …
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Law Council congratulates Attorney-General and Justice Minister on their reappointments
18 July 2016The Law Council of Australia has warmly congratulated Senator the Hon George Brandis QC and the Hon Michael Keenan MP …
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Law Council of Australia urges DFAT to redouble efforts with Chinese Government to release detained lawyers
11 July 2016The Law Council of Australia is urging the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) to redouble its efforts with …
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Law Society welcomes new judicial appointments
6 July 2016The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates the Hon Justice Michael Buss, the Hon Justice Robert Mitchell, Raelene Johnston and …
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Law Council gravely concerned by sentencing of Australian woman to death in Vietnam
1 July 2016On behalf of the Australian legal profession, the Law Council of Australia has expressed its grave concern that a 73-year-old …
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Law Society calls for State Government Action on Strata Reform
1 July 2016The Law Society of Western Australia has called on the State Government to take immediate action to pass necessary strata …
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Law Society congratulates Katrina Banks-Smith SC on Supreme Court appointment
30 June 2016The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Katrina Banks-Smith SC on her appointment as a Judge of the Supreme Court …
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Law Council adopts Equitable Briefing Policy
24 June 2016The Law Council of Australia has launched a landmark new Equitable Briefing Policy aimed at improving the briefing of women …
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Law Society congratulates appointments to the Judiciary and new Solicitor General
22 June 2016The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Sandra De Maio, Anne Longden, Peter Quinlan SC and Pamela Scott on their …
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Law Society applauds the State Government and Opposition on mandatory sentencing stance
17 June 2016The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes comments in the media by the Minister for Education the Hon Peter Collier …
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Law Council launches ‘to-do’ list for incoming Government
10 June 2016The Law Council of Australia today launched its 2016 Federal Election Policy Platform, which outlines its priorities for a newly-elected …
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Law Society joins Street Banner Project for National Reconciliation Week
27 May 2016The Law Society of Western Australia is delighted to join the Street Banner Project for National Reconciliation Week 2016. The …
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Law Society joins Legal Aid Matters campaign
16 May 2016The Law Society of Western Australia has joined with the Law Council of Australia and other Australian Law Societies and Bar …
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45,000 people faced courts alone due to legal aid crisis
16 May 2016National campaign launched at start of Law Week At least 45,000 Australians have been forced to represent themselves in court, …
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$30m family violence commitment puts dent in legal aid crisis
13 May 2016The Coalition announcement today that it will provide $30 million for legal assistance services, as part of its National Plan …
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Lawyers to rally over legal aid crisis in election campaign
10 May 2016With the election in full swing and neither party responding to the legal aid funding crisis, lawyers from across Australia …
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Law Council welcomes appointments to the Federal Courts and the AAT
6 May 2016The announcement by the Attorney-General of appointees to the Federal Court, Family Court and Federal Circuit Court will ensure that …
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Independent counter-terrorism report addresses key concerns of the legal profession
6 May 2016A report released today by the Independent National Security Legislation Monitor has recognised key concerns from the legal profession about …
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Congratulations to new Commonwealth DPP and Human Rights Commissioners
6 May 2016The Law Council of Australia applauded the appointment of the new Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) as well as …
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Recommendation of strategy for the abolition of the death penalty applauded
6 May 2016The Law Council of Australia today commended Parliament on adopting its recommendation to develop, fund and implement a whole-of-government Strategy …
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Budget does nothing to address crisis in legal aid
4 May 2016Legal aid continues to be underfunded to the tune of hundreds of millions of dollars following the release of the …
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Cyber Security Strategy a strong step in safeguarding legal profession and their clients’ confidentiality
21 April 2016The Federal Government’s announcement of a multifaceted, $230 million Cyber Security Strategy is a significant initiative that will strengthen the …
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Law Council calls for mandatory sentencing to be dropped for alcohol-related offences on 25th anniversary of Aboriginal Deaths in Custody Royal Commission
18 April 2016The Law Council of Australia will tell a Senate inquiry into the need for a nationally-consistent approach to alcohol-fuelled violence …
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25th anniversary of Royal Commission into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody
14 April 201615 April 2016 marks the 25th anniversary of the Royal Commission into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody. The Royal Commission found …
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Law Week 2016
12 April 2016Law Week 2016 begins on Monday, 16 May and runs until Friday, 20 May. Law Week provides a chance for …
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Law Society committed to gender equality in the legal profession
1 April 2016The Law Society of Western Australia reaffirms its commitment to gender equality across the legal profession. The Law Society has …
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Law Council calls on COAG leaders to seize historic opportunity to reduce family violence
1 April 2016The Law Council of Australia is calling upon the Council of Australian Governments to seize the opportunity for intergovernmental action …
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Presentation of Lotterywest grant certificate to the Law Society of Western Australia
24 March 2016The Law Society of Western Australia will be formally presented with a grant certificate by Lotterywest next month. The ceremony …
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Self-defence in the criminal law of Western Australia
15 March 2016In light of recent media reports, it is important to provide clarification on the concept of self-defence, which is well-established …
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Law Society congratulates The Hon Justice Carmel McLure on induction into WA Women’s Hall of Fame
9 March 2016The Law Society of Western Australia extends its congratulations to The Hon Justice Carmel McLure on her induction into the …
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International Women’s Day 2016 sees legal profession in unprecedented push to improve inclusiveness and diversity
8 March 2016The Law Council of Australia has taken International Women’s Day to shine a light on the unprecedented push by the …
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Law Council calls for amendments to the Migration Act before Federal election
4 March 2016The Law Council of Australia’s president-elect, Fiona McLeod SC, has used an address at the 2016 CPD Immigration Law Conference …
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Law Society congratulates Alan Troy on appointment as District Court Judge
2 March 2016The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Alan Troy on his appointment as a Judge of the District Court of …
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Law Society congratulates Rick O’Brien on Family Court appointment
25 February 2016The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Rick O’Brien on his appointment as a Judge of the Family Court of …
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Law Society supports gender equality across the legal profession
24 February 2016The Law Society sees the promotion of gender equality across the legal profession, including in our State’s Judiciary, as an …
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Law Society calls on Government to replace Supreme Court Judges
23 February 2016The Law Society of Western Australia is concerned by the Government’s announcement that Justice Ralph Simmonds will not be replaced …
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Law Society welcomes support programme for Aboriginal people in custody
19 February 2016The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes the recent announcement by the State Government of a new programme to reduce …
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Committee report on Counter-Terrorism Bill welcome, however concerns remain
16 February 2016The Parliamentary Joint Committee on Intelligence and Security’s (PJCIS) report on the Counter-Terrorism Bill 2015 is a welcome step, but …
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Kate Jenkins an ideal candidate for Sex Discrimination Commissioner
12 February 2016The following statements can be attributed to Stuart Clark AM, President, Law Council of Australia: On behalf of the Australian …
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Law Council regarding reports that a lack of pension access is affecting the retention and recruitment of federal judges
11 February 2016The following statements can be attributed to Stuart Clark AM, President, Law Council of Australia: It is vital that federal …
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Real efforts to close the gap must prioritise action on Indigenous imprisonment
10 February 2016The Law Council of Australia has welcomed the Prime Minister’s national ‘Close the Gap’ statement, while emphasising that urgent action …
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TPP provisions a boon for the Australian legal profession
4 February 2016The Law Council of Australia has welcomed the signing of the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement (TPP) noting it contains numerous advantageous …
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Law Society congratulates Michael Gething on appointment as District Court Judge
4 February 2016The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Michael Gething on his appointment as a Judge of the District Court of …
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Law Society calls upon Parliamentarians to tackle legal aid crisis
1 February 2016The Law Society of Western Australia has announced its support for the National Legal Assistance Funding Campaign, launched today by …
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Law Council welcomes Commonwealth Government’s Commitment to a National Approach for Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse
29 January 2016Attributable to Law Council of Australia President Stuart Clark AM: The Law Council of Australia welcomes the Commonwealth Government’s commitment …
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Law Society welcomes appointment of new Magistrate
14 January 2016The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Mr Evan Shackleton on his appointment as a magistrate of the Magistrates Court …
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Law Society welcomes appointments of new Magistrates
9 December 2015The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates barristers and solicitors Brian Mahon and Mark Millington, who have been appointed as …
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The Law Society congratulates the 2015 Senior Counsel appointees
2 December 2015The Law Society congratulates Mr Paul Yovich and Mr John Blackburn on taking silk. Read the Supreme Court’s media release …
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UN to review Australia’s treatment of Indigenous Australians and asylum seekers
9 November 2015On Tuesday 10 November Australian Time, Australia’s human rights record will be under the microscope in Geneva as part of …
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Law Society concerned by Criminal Code Amendment (Prevention of Lawful Activity) Bill
21 September 2015The Law Society of Western Australia is concerned by the Criminal Code Amendment (Prevention of Lawful Activity) Bill, which is …
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Latest example of legal aid funding crisis should serve as wake-up call
21 September 2015A Northern Territory man facing serious assault charges has been denied legal assistance by the local Legal Aid Commission due …
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Law Society concerned by the Criminal Law Amendment (Home Burglary and Other Offences) Bill 2014
16 September 2015The Law Society of Western Australia is concerned by the passing of the Criminal Law Amendment (Home Burglary and Other …
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Legal profession welcomes Ms Brigitte Markovic as new Federal Court judge
11 August 2015On behalf of the Australian legal profession, the Law Council of Australia applauds the appointment of Ms Brigitte Markovic as …
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The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Paul Tottle on Supreme Court appointment
22 July 2015The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Paul Tottle on his appointment as a Judge of the Supreme Court of …
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Banksia Hill Lockdowns of Teens Ruled Illegal is Unsurprising to the Law Society of Western Australia
12 July 2023Wednesday, 12 July 2023 The decision published by Justice Tottle yesterday in the Supreme Court of Western Australia finding that …
Read moreLaw Society Welcomes “Fresh Set of Eyes” on the Banksia Hill Detention Centre
8 June 2023Thursday, 8 June 2023 The Law Society of Western Australia (the Law Society) President Ante Golem today welcomed the decision …
Read moreWhy is the Young Offenders Amendment Bill 2023 required?
17 May 2023Wednesday, 17 May 2023 The McGowan Government announcement today that amendments to the Young Offenders Act 1994 (Act) would be …
Read moreJoint Media Release: The Law Society of Western Australia and Law Access Ltd | Pro Bono Lawyers Walk for Justice
16 May 2023Tuesday, 16 May 2023 The annual Law Access Walk for Justice on Tuesday, 16 May celebrates National Pro Bono …
Read moreNo Surprises at Banksia Hill on Tuesday/Wednesday Morning
11 May 2023Thursday, 11 May 2023 The Law Society of Western Australia (the Law Society) has and continues to raise its concerns …
Read moreOpinion Piece by Law Society President Ante Golem: Government’s Disregard for Rule of Law a Dangerous Precedent
11 May 2023Published in The West Australian on Thursday, 13 April 2023 Our democracy and structures of government are underpinned by …
Read moreThe Law Society Congratulates New President of Mental Health Tribunal
5 December 2022Monday, 5 December 2022 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Dr Andrew Lu AM on his appointment as the …
Read moreThe Law Society of Western Australia’s Young Lawyers Committee Presented with the 2022 Australian Young Lawyer Organisation Award
22 November 202222 November 2022 The Law Society of Western Australia’s Young Lawyers Committee was honoured on Friday, 18 November 2022, …
Read moreThe Law Society Congratulates New Life Members
16 November 202216 November 2022 Congratulations to The Hon Rene Le Miere KC, Greg McIntyre SC, The Hon John McKechnie KC, Theodore …
Read moreVale Robert Meadows KC
16 November 202216 November 2022 The Law Society of Western Australia is saddened to hear of the passing of Robert Meadows KC, …
Read moreJoint Media Release: Law Council of Australia and the Law Society of Western Australia | Excessive use of force on children unconscionable
15 November 202215 November 2022 The Law Council of Australia and the Law Society of Western Australia are deeply concerned by the …
Read moreLaw Society President says sending children to the main maximum-security prison in Western Australia is not the right solution and there needs to be a rethink
25 October 202225 October 2022 The President of the Children’s Court has made a number of judicial announcements on how inappropriate it …
Read moreFarewell to the Honourable Kevin Hammond AO
25 October 2022Tuesday 25 October 2022 The Law Society is saddened to hear of the passing of the Honourable Kevin Hammond …
Read more2023 Council Election – Meet the Nominees!
19 October 2022Wednesday, 19 October 2022 Congratulations once again to Ante Golem who was declared to be elected as President and Paula Wilkinson and Gary Mack who …
Read moreLaw Society Raises Concerns on the Liquor Control Amendment (PEP) Bill 2022
14 October 2022Friday, 14 October 2022 The Law Society recently received a briefing from the Government regarding the amendments to the …
Read more2023 Law Society President Elected
13 October 202213 October 2022 Ante Golem has been declared elected as the Law Society of Western Australia’s President for 2023. Mr …
Read moreR U OK? Day – President’s Message
8 September 2022Thursday, 8 September 2022 Today is R U OK? Day. It’s our national day of action when we remind Australians …
Read moreLaw Society Welcomes Reforms in Promoting Equality for Western Australians
16 August 2022Tuesday, 16 August 2022 The Law Society welcomes the announcement today by the Attorney General, the Hon John Quigley MLA …
Read moreNotice of General Meeting on 14 July 2022
7 July 2022Tuesday, 5 July 2022 In accordance with Rule 40 of the Law Society of Western Australia Inc Constitution, notice is …
Read moreLaw Society Awarded Lotterywest Grant Towards Preservation of Legal Cultural Heritage
30 June 2022Thursday, 20 June 2022 The Law Society of Western Australia has been awarded a grant of $96,810 from Lotterywest …
Read moreJoint Media Release: The Law Society of Western Australia and Law Access Ltd Sign a New Memorandum of Understanding
16 June 2022Thursday, 16 June 2022 The Law Society of Western Australia and Law Access Ltd signed a new Memorandum of …
Read moreWestern Australian Legal Profession to Join the Legal Profession Uniform Law Scheme on 1 July 2022
1 June 2022Wednesday, 1 June 2022 The State Attorney General John Quigley has announced that Western Australia will officially join …
Read moreLaw Society Welcomes Appointment of Director of Public Prosecutions to Supreme Court
1 June 2022Wednesday, 1 June 2022 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates the Director of Public Prosecutions, Amanda Forrester SC, …
Read moreLaw Society Welcomes Appointment of State Solicitor of Western Australia to District Court
18 May 2022Wednesday, 18 May 2022 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates State Solicitor Nicholas Egan PSM on his appointment …
Read moreThe Law Society of Western Australia and Law Access Joint Press Release: Pro Bono Lawyers Once Again Walk for Justice
17 May 2022Tuesday, 17 May 2022 The annual Law Access Walk for Justice on Tuesday, 17 May celebrates National Pro Bono Day …
Read moreLegal Profession Uniform Law Passes Parliament
5 April 2022Tuesday, 5 April 2022 The Law Society of Western Australia has welcomed the announcement by the State Attorney General, …
Read moreThe Law Society Congratulates Judge Hylton Quail on Reappointment as Children’s Court President
11 March 2022Friday, 11 March 2022 The Law Society warmly congratulates District Court Judge Hylton Quail on his appointment as President of …
Read moreTime to Reconsider the Retirement Age of Judges
24 February 2022Thursday, 24 February 2022 The President of the Law Society of Western Australia, Rebecca Lee, agrees it is time to …
Read moreThe Law Society Welcomes Two Major Reviews of WA’s Sexual Assault Laws
8 February 2022The Law Society welcomes today’s announcement by the WA Government that it has instigated two major reviews of WA’s sexual …
Read moreLaw Society Welcomes Appointment of Henry Jackson SC to District Court
25 January 2022The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates planning and environment lawyer Henry Jackson SC on his appointment as a Judge …
Read moreJoint Press Release: The Law Society of Western Australia and Law Access | Planned Law Access Leadership Transition Creates New Opportunities for Growth
14 December 2021Tuesday, 14 December 2021 Malcolm McCusker AC CVO QC is retiring as Chairman of the Law Access Board on …
Read moreDo you have a Will? Is it Valid?
3 December 20213 December 2021 Small changes to WA’s laws when people die without a valid will to have a big impact …
Read moreReport corrects perception of lawyers
5 November 20215 November 2021 Australia’s legal profession prides itself on providing a voice for people in need, but it has …
Read more2022 Law Society President Elected
14 October 2021Thursday, 14 October 2021 Rebecca Lee has been declared elected as the Law Society of Western Australia’s President …
Read moreRU OK? Day – Message from the President
9 September 2021Thursday, 9 September 2021 is R U OK? Day. This year the message is: “Are they really OK? Ask them today”. …
Read moreJoint Media Statement: Funding certainty to help Law Access meet pro bono demand
27 August 2021Friday, 27 August 2021 Law Access and its founder and parent body, the Law Society of Western Australia, welcome …
Read moreThe Courts Legislation Amendment (Magistrates) Bill 2021 – Potential ramifications for the independence of the judiciary
4 August 2021Wednesday, 4 August 2021 The Courts Legislation Amendment (Magistrates) Bill 2021 (Bill) was introduced on 23 June 2021. Yesterday the Law Society of …
Read moreThe Courts Legislation Amendment (Magistrates) Bill 2021 – Potential ramifications for the independence of the judiciary
3 August 20213 August 2021 The Law Society understands that the Courts Legislation Amendment (Magistrates) Bill 2021 (Bill) introduced on 23 June 2021 has …
Read moreCluedunnit Kids 2021: Awards Ceremony
20 July 2021Tuesday, 20 July 2021 Cluedunnit Kids gets Year 6 and Year 5/6 student teams to investigate a fictional criminal …
Read moreAustralian legal profession records strong growth as more women enter the profession
14 July 2021Wednesday, 14 July 2021 The 2020 National Profile of Solicitors in Australia, released in Sydney today on behalf of …
Read moreThe Law Society welcomes the State Solicitor’s Office as an independent sub-department
8 July 2021Thursday, 8 July 2021 The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes today’s announcement by the State Attorney General, the …
Read moreNAIDOC Week – Heal Country!
1 July 2021Thursday, 1 July 2021 NAIDOC Week runs from 4 to 14 July 2021. Despite all the challenges of …
Read moreJustice Delayed is Justice Denied – WA Courts in Crisis
17 June 2021Thursday, 17 June 2021 In April 2021, the Law Society of Western Australia issued a media statement raising …
Read moreNew Judicial Appointments to the District Court
1 June 2021Tuesday, 1 June 2021 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates barrister Lisa Campbell-Tovey and Supreme Court Registrar …
Read moreFederal Budget 2021-22 – Investment in Addressing Sexual Harassment
12 May 2021Wednesday, 12 May 2021 The Law Society of Western Australia is pleased that the Federal Government has made …
Read moreThe Urgent Need for Criminal Courts in Western Australia
20 April 2021Tuesday, 20 April 2021 The Law Society of Western Australia has raised concerns with the State Attorney General about the …
Read moreThe Law Society Strongly Opposes Mandatory Sentencing
18 January 2021Monday, 18 January 2021 The Law Society of Western Australia is firmly opposed to mandatory sentencing in any form …
Read moreSenior Counsel Appointments 2020
25 November 2020Wednesday, 25 November 2020 The Law Society congratulates the six practitioners appointed as Senior Counsel, as announced today by …
Read more2021 Law Society Council – Meet the Nominees
21 October 2020Wednesday, 21 October 2020 Nominations for election to the 2021 Law Society Council closed on Wednesday, 14 October. Congratulations once …
Read moreMedia Statement: 2021 Law Society President Elected
15 October 2020Thursday, 15 October 2020 Jocelyne Boujos has been declared elected as the Law Society of Western Australia’s President …
Read moreMedia Statement: WA Supreme Court Judgment Delivered Today Following Trial of Bradley Robert Edwards
24 September 2020Thursday, 24 September 2020 “This is a trial like no other. This is a trial like every other. Those apparently …
Read morePodcast Series – Controversy & Celebrity: Perth’s Mayoral Candidates (Episode 7)
22 September 2020Tuesday, 22 September 2020 In our final episode of Controversy & Celebrity, Basil Zempilas discusses how his upbringing and …
Read morePodcast Series – Controversy & Celebrity: Perth’s Mayoral Candidates (Episode 6)
21 September 2020Monday, 21 September 2020 Having narrowly missed out on a council seat in 2017, Activate Perth chair Di Bain …
Read morePodcast Series – Controversy & Celebrity: Perth’s Mayoral Candidates (Episode 5)
18 September 2020Friday, 18 September 2020 Local businessman Bruce Reynolds launched his campaign for the City of Perth’s lord mayoralty just one day before …
Read morePodcast Series – Controversy & Celebrity: Perth’s Mayoral Candidates (Episode 4)
17 September 2020Thursday, 17 September 2020 In Episode 4 from our Controversy & Celebrity podcast, hosted by Law Society President Nicholas …
Read morePodcast Series – Controversy & Celebrity: Perth’s Mayoral Candidates (Episode 3)
16 September 2020Wednesday, 16 September 2020 In the latest from our Controversy & Celebrity podcast, hosted by Law Society President Nicholas …
Read morePodcast Series – Controversy & Celebrity: Perth’s Mayoral Candidates (Episode 2)
15 September 2020Tuesday, 15 September 2020 In our second episode of Controversy & Celebrity, hosted by Law Society President Nicholas Van …
Read moreLaunch of New Podcast Series – Controversy & Celebrity: Perth’s Mayoral Candidates
14 September 2020Monday, 14 September August 2020 The Law Society is excited to announce the launch of our new podcast, “Controversy …
Read moreR U OK? Day – President’s Message
10 September 2020Thursday, 10 September 2020 is R U OK? Day, a national day of action to inspire and empower people to …
Read moreMedia Statement on the Iron Ore Processing (Mineralogy Pty. Ltd.) Agreement Act
19 August 2020Wednesday, 19 August 2020 Last week, Parliament passed a law which challenges fundamental legal principles. The law unilaterally …
Read moreNew Judicial Appointments to the Magistrates Court
31 July 2020Friday, 31 July 2020 The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes the announcement by the Attorney General the Hon …
Read moreNew Judicial Appointments to the District Court
30 July 2020Thursday, 30 July 2020 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Magistrate Martin Flynn, Gary Massey and Karen Shepherd …
Read moreVale The Honourable Michael Murray AM QC
28 July 2020Tuesday, 28 July 2020 The Law Society is saddened to hear of the passing of the Honourable Justice Michael …
Read moreCluedunnit Kids 2020: Awards Ceremony
27 July 2020Monday, 27 July 2020 The awards ceremony for the Law Society of Western Australia’s Cluedunnit Kids, an annual Law …
Read moreThe Law Society of Western Australia Welcomes Announcement that $6.2m Kimberley Juvenile Justice Strategy is Moving to Next Phase
15 July 2020Wednesday, 15 July 2020 The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes the announcement from the State Government today that …
Read moreStatement to the WA Legal Profession from the Executive of the Law Society of Western Australia on Sexual Harassment in any Profession, any Workplace
25 June 2020Thursday, 25 June 2020 There is no place for sexual harassment in any profession, any workplace. Sexual harassment is both unlawful …
Read morePublic Notice: The Heads of Jurisdiction of the Courts and Tribunals in Western Australia are Committed to Ensuring a Safe Working Environment for All Staff
24 June 2020Wednesday, 24 June 2020 A Public Notice has been issued that the heads of jurisdiction of the courts and tribunals …
Read moreJoint Media Statement: The Law Society and Law Access Welcome Legal Funding Boost to Help WA’s Most Vulnerable and Disadvantaged
24 June 2020Wednesday, 24 June 2020 The Law Society of Western Australia and Law Access welcome the announcement today by the Attorney …
Read moreUpdate on Uniform Law
22 June 2020Friday, 13 March 2020 The Attorney General the Hon John Quigley MLA has advised that the Legal Profession Uniform Law …
Read moreThe Law Society Welcomes Comprehensive Reform Package to WA’s Fine Enforcement Regime
17 June 2020Wednesday, 17 June 2020 The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes the announcement by the Attorney General, the Hon John …
Read moreLaw Society Congratulates Mara Barone SC on Appointment as District Court Judge
6 May 2020Wednesday, 6 May 2020 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Mara Barone SC, who has been appointed as a …
Read moreVale Terry O’Connor QC
29 April 2020Wednesday, 29 April 2020 The Law Society is saddened to hear of the passing of Terry O’Connor QC, a …
Read moreThe Law Society acknowledges the Hon John McKechnie QC’s contribution as Commissioner of the Corruption and Crime Commission
24 April 2020Friday, 24 April 2020 The Law Society of Western Australia notes, following a media release from the Joint Standing Committee …
Read moreLawyers Continuing to Provide Important Services During COVID-19 Pandemic
14 April 2020Tuesday, 14 April 2020 Today the Attorney General the Hon John Quigley MLA acknowledged the important work of the profession …
Read moreVale the Honourable Stephen Thackray
3 April 2020Thursday, 2 April 2020 The Law Society is deeply saddened by the sudden passing of the Honourable Stephen Thackray, …
Read moreLaw Society Welcomes Introduction of WA Pro Bono Model to Enhance Access to Justice
23 March 2020Friday, 20 March 2020 The State Government has announced the introduction of a Pro Bono Model, which will further enhance access to justice …
Read moreMessage from the CEO – Coronavirus (COVID-19) Health Alert
3 March 2020As the outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to develop, it is important that we put in place measures to ensure …
Read moreLaw Society Congratulates New Chief Judge of District Court and New President of Children’s Court on Appointments
28 February 2020Friday, 28 February 2020 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Her Honour Judge Julie Wager, who has been appointed as the new …
Read moreVacation Clerk & Graduate Recruitment Dates 2020
11 February 2020The Law Schools of Curtin, ECU, Murdoch, Notre Dame and UWA have put together recommended recruitment dates for 2020. In …
Read moreSurvey on Engagement and Retention of Legal Professionals
10 February 2020Monday, 3 February 2020 The Law Society of Western Australia has commissioned an engagement and retention survey to research and …
Read moreLaw Society Congratulates New Senior Counsel
27 November 2019Wednesday, 27 November 2019 The Law Society congratulates the six practitioners appointed as Senior Counsel, as announced today by the …
Read moreVoluntary Assisted Dying Bill 2019
27 November 2019Wednesday, 27 November 2019 The Law Society of Western Australia has released its submission in response to the Voluntary Assisted …
Read more2020 Law Society Council
15 November 2019Friday, 15 November 2019 Voting in the election of the Law Society Council for 2020 closed on 13 November. Click …
Read moreNew Federal Agreement Must Increase Legal Assistance Funding and Protect Indigenous Legal Assistance
1 November 2019Friday, 1 November 2019 The Commonwealth and State Governments must use upcoming negotiations to urgently address the crisis in legal …
Read moreLaw Society Welcomes Increase to Payroll Tax Threshold
31 October 2019Thursday, 31 October 2019 The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes today’s announcement by the State Government that it will …
Read more2020 Law Society Council – Meet the Nominees
28 October 2019Friday, 25 October 2019 Nominations for election to the 2020 Law Society Council closed on Wednesday, 16 October. Congratulations once …
Read more2020 Law Society President Elected
17 October 2019Thursday, 17 October 2019 Nicholas van Hattem has been declared elected as the Law Society of Western Australia’s President for …
Read moreLaw Council of Australia: Gains being made though gender gap in barrister briefings remains, report finds
11 October 201911 October 2019 Female barristers are starting to receive more briefs and are more often recommended for work by their …
Read moreJoint Statement: Law Society and Law Council Welcome Reforms to Fines Enforcement Regime
26 September 2019Thursday, 26 September 2019 The Law Society of Western Australia and the Law Council of Australia have welcomed the announcement …
Read moreAboriginal Youth Voice Gets the Go Ahead!
19 September 2019Thursday, 19 September 2019 The Law Society of Western Australia is pleased to announce that through its Lore/Law project, …
Read moreR U OK? Day – President’s Message
12 September 2019Thursday, 12 September 2019 is R U OK? Day, a national day …
Read more2019 Sir Ronald Wilson Lecture: Climate Change – Political and Legal Accountability
2 August 2019Friday, 2 August 2019 The 2019 Sir Ronald Wilson Lecture will explore significant issues related to climate change, including the Commonwealth Government’s current …
Read moreLaw Society Welcomes New Network of Legal Aid Virtual Offices
4 July 2019Thursday, 4 July 2019 The Law Society welcomes an announcement by the Hon John Quigley MLA, Attorney General of Western …
Read moreLaw Society Supports CCIWA Campaign to Cut Payroll Tax
26 June 2019Wednesday, 26 June 2019 The Law Society of Western Australia has joined other peak WA industry groups in supporting the campaign of the …
Read moreReport Finds Women Make Up Majority of Australian Legal Profession
19 June 2019Wednesday, 19 June 2019 A new report has found that women outnumber men in the Australian legal profession. The 2018 …
Read moreThe Law Society of Western Australia Supports Justice Reinvestment
5 June 2019Wednesday, 5 June 2019 The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes recent statements by the Attorney General the Hon John …
Read moreNew Judicial Appointments
11 April 2019Thursday, 11 April 2019 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Jennifer Hill and the Hon Justice John Vaughan, who …
Read moreThe Law Society Congratulates Ben Gauntlett on Appointment as Disability Discrimination Commissioner
5 April 2019Friday, 5 April 2019 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Ben Gauntlett, following his appointment as Disability Discrimination Commissioner. The Law Society …
Read moreLaw Society Congratulates Justice Janine Pritchard on State Administrative Tribunal Appointment
3 April 2019Wednesday, 3 April 2019 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Supreme Court Justice Janine Pritchard, who has been appointed President of the …
Read moreWestern Australia to Adopt Legal Profession Uniform Law
28 February 2019Thursday, 28 February 2019 The Law Society of Western Australia has welcomed the announcement today by the Attorney General, the Hon John …
Read moreCustomary Law
25 January 2019Friday, 25 January 2019 In a recent article in The West Australian, Josie Farrer MLA addressed the issue of customary …
Read moreLaw Society’s Lore Law Project Awarded State Government Grant
24 January 2019Thursday, 24 January 2019 The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes today’s announcement that its Lore Law Project has been recognised by the State …
Read moreJoint statement: Law Council of Australia and Law Society of Western Australia regarding imprisonment for unpaid fines
10 January 20198 January 2019 The Law Council of Australia and the Law Society of Western Australia urge the Western Australian government …
Read moreLaw Society Welcomes Amendment to WA Redress Legislation
27 November 2018Tuesday, 27 November 2018 The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes the decision by the State Government to agree to …
Read moreLaw Society Supports Amendment to Redress Bill for Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse
22 November 2018Thursday, 22 November 2018 The Law Society of Western Australia has expressed its support for a proposed amendment to the …
Read moreGreg McIntyre SC Elected Law Society President for 2019
22 November 2018Thursday, 22 November 2018 Current Law Society of Western Australia Senior Vice President Greg McIntyre SC has been elected President …
Read moreLaw Society Council Election Results
22 November 2018Thursday, 22 November 2018 Voting closed on 21 November 2018 in the election of the Law Society’s 2019 Council. The …
Read moreThe Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Senior Counsel appointees
13 November 2018Tuesday, 13 November 2018 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates each of the candidates appointed Senior Counsel, as announced …
Read moreThe Law Society of Western Australia’s Old Court House Law Museum Awarded Community Heritage Grant
9 November 2018Friday, 9 November 2018 The Law Society of Western Australia is delighted to announce that its Old Court House Law …
Read moreVote for your 2019 Law Society Council
30 October 2018Nominations for election to the 2019 Law Society Council closed on Wednesday, 17 October. To view the nominees (with their …
Read moreElections to Law Society’s 2019 Council – Nominations Now Closed
15 October 2018Nominations for election to the Law Society’s 2019 Council are now closed.
Read moreThe Law Society welcomes appointment of Justice Joseph McGrath to Aged Care Royal Commission
9 October 2018Tuesday, 9 October 2018 The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes the announcement today by the Federal Government that the …
Read moreThe Law Society Congratulates Joshua Thomson SC on Solicitor General Appointment
4 October 2018Thursday, 4 October 2018 The Law Society congratulates Joshua Thomson SC on his appointment as Solicitor General of Western Australia. …
Read moreThe Law Society welcomes legislation to implement scheme for the expungement of historical homosexual convictions
12 September 2018Wednesday, 12 September 2018 The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes the passage of legislation through State Parliament that will …
Read moreThe Law Society congratulates Justice Janine Pritchard and Magistrate Paul Glass on judicial appointments
12 September 2018Wednesday, 12 September 2018 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates the Hon Justice Janine Pritchard, who has been appointed …
Read moreThe Law Society of Western Australia calls on the McGowan Government to reverse unfair budget cuts to its school education programme
6 September 2018Thursday, 6 September 2018 The Law Society of Western Australia calls on the State Government to reverse its more than …
Read moreThe Law Society commends the Hon Justice Jeremy Curthoys following State Administrative Tribunal announcement
5 September 2018The Law Society of Western Australia commends the Hon Justice Jeremy Curthoys, following today’s announcement by the Hon Chief Justice …
Read moreJustice Project Final Report Released: ‘Justice Impact Tests’ Among Landmark Recommendations
23 August 2018Thursday, 23 August 2018 The Law Society of Western Australia, as a constituent member of the Law Council of Australia, …
Read moreThe Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Peter Quinlan SC on his appointment as the 14th Chief Justice of Western Australia
1 August 2018Wednesday, 1 August 2018 The Law Society of Western Australia commends the Attorney General’s announcement today that Mr Peter Quinlan SC will …
Read moreThe Law Society welcomes introduction of targets for briefing female barristers by Commonwealth agencies
2 July 2018Monday, 2 July 2018 The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes the Commonwealth Government’s announcement that all Commonwealth agencies will be set specific …
Read moreThe Law Society welcomes State Government decision to keep Landgate in public hands
27 June 2018Wednesday, 27 June 2018 The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes today’s announcement by the State Government that it has …
Read moreFamily and Federal Circuit Court Reform Details Awaited
6 June 2018The Law Council was interested to learn of the Australian Government’s plans to amalgamate the Federal Circuit Court of Australia …
Read moreThe Law Society Partners with Edith Cowan University to Survey Lawyers’ Cyber Security Practices
22 May 2018The Law Society of Western Australia has partnered with Edith Cowan University on research into the cyber security practices of …
Read moreLaw Council Applauds Recommendation to Repeal ASIO’s Detention Power
10 May 2018The Law Council of Australia has thrown its full support behind recommendations by the powerful Parliamentary Joint Committee on Intelligence and Security …
Read moreThe Hon Wayne Martin AC, Chief Justice of Western Australia Announces Retirement
26 March 2018Monday, 26 March 2018 The Hon Wayne Martin AC, Chief Justice of Western Australia has today announced he will be …
Read moreLaw Society President Marks International Women’s Day with Keynote Address
8 March 2018Thursday, 8 March 2018 Hayley Cormann, President of the Law Society of Western Australia, addressed friends and alumni today at …
Read moreThe Law Society Congratulates New Children’s Court President
28 February 2018Wednesday, 28 February 2018 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Her Honour Judge Julie Wager, whose appointment as the …
Read moreNew Appointments to District and Supreme Courts
28 February 2018Wednesday, 28 February 2018 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates the following judicial appointees: District Court Judge Anthony Derrick …
Read moreThe Law Society congratulates new judicial appointees
1 February 2018Thursday, 1 February 2018 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates the following judicial appointees, as announced by the Attorney …
Read moreThe Law Society congratulates the Hon Christian Porter MP on appointment as Attorney General of Australia
19 December 2017Tuesday, 19 December 2017 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates the Hon Christian Porter MP on his appointment as …
Read moreThe Law Society of Western Australia congratulates new Federal Court judges
14 December 2017Thursday, 14 December 2017 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates the Honourable Justice Katrina Banks-Smith and Mr Craig Colvin …
Read moreLaw Society congratulates new District Court judges
6 December 2017Wednesday, 6 December 2017 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Ms Fiona Vernon, Mr Hylton Quail and Ms Kate Glancy on their …
Read moreLaw Society congratulates new Senior Counsel
29 November 2017Wednesday, 29 November 2017 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Mr Stephen Wright, Ms Amanda Burrows and Mr Simon …
Read moreThe Law Society elects President for 2018
20 October 2017The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Hayley Cormann, who was elected unopposed as the Law Society’s President for 2018. …
Read moreThe Law Society congratulates His Honour Judge David Parry on re-appointment as a Deputy President of the State Administrative Tribunal
15 September 2017Friday, 15 September 2017 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates His Honour Judge David Parry on his re-appointment as …
Read moreThe Law Society congratulates Ms Belinda Lonsdale on appointment as a Judge of the District Court
15 September 2017Friday, 15 September 2017 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Ms Belinda Lonsdale on her appointment as a Judge …
Read moreThe Law Society congratulates the Hon Jane Crisford SC on appointment as chair of the Legal Aid Commission of WA
19 July 201719 July 2017 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates the Hon Jane Crisford SC on her appointment as chair …
Read moreLaw Council: Recommendations for a National Compensation Scheme for victims of slavery should be swiftly accepted
18 July 201718 July 2017 The Parliamentary Joint Committee on Law Enforcement’s recommendation for a National Compensation Scheme for victims of trafficking …
Read moreLaw Council: Referendum Council report a historic milestone, momentum should not be lost on path to reform
18 July 201718 July 2017 The Australian legal profession, represented by the Law Council, is calling on the Federal Parliament to ensure …
Read moreLaw Society welcomes restoration of funding for Employment Law Centre
29 June 2017Thursday, 29 June 2017 The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes the announcement by the State Government today that funding …
Read moreThe Law Society congratulates the Hon Robert French AC on appointment as UWA Chancellor
21 June 2017Wednesday, 21 June 2017 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates the Hon Robert French AC on his appointment as …
Read moreLegal profession warmly welcomes Professor Rosalind Croucher as AHRC President
20 June 2017The Law Council of Australia has welcomed the appointment of Emeritus Professor Rosalind Croucher AM as the next President of …
Read moreLegal profession sets out core principles and commitments on human rights, as international spotlight shines on nation
16 June 2017Friday, 16 June 2017 The Law Council today launched its Policy Statement on Human Rights and the Legal Profession, laying …
Read moreRecommendations in new elder abuse report should trigger decisive Government action
15 June 2017A new incident response scheme for aged care should be introduced, and many of the other key recommendations of the …
Read moreProposed new powers over AAT on citizenship decisions risks undermining vital checks and balances
15 June 2017Thursday, 15 June 2017 The expansion of the Immigration Minister’s power to overrule independent citizenship decisions made by the AAT …
Read morePolitical attacks on the courts a very worrying trend
13 June 2017Tuesday, 13 June 2017 The Law Council, speaking on behalf of the Australian legal profession, is calling for an end …
Read moreCOAG must prioritise risk assessment tools used for parole and bail
9 June 2017Friday, 9 June 2017 The Law Council of Australia today called on COAG to give high priority to developing superior …
Read moreLaw Society congratulates Gail Archer SC on Supreme Court appointment
29 May 2017Monday, 29 May 2017 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Gail Archer SC on her appointment as a Judge …
Read moreReconciliation can be advanced by constitutional change
26 May 2017Friday, 26 May 2017 On the eve of National Reconciliation Week, the Law Council of Australia has released its submission to …
Read moreLaw Society congratulates the Hon Justice Beech on Court of Appeal appointment
25 May 2017Wednesday, 24 May 2017 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates the Hon Justice Andrew Beech on his appointment as …
Read moreLaw Council recommends reform to continuing detention order, control order regimes
19 May 2017Friday, 19 May 2017 Representatives of the Law Council of Australia have appeared before the Independent National Security Legislation Monitor …
Read more2017 Lawyer of the Year Awards
19 May 2017Friday, 19 May 2017 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Simon Creek, Nicholas van Hattem and Krista McMeeken, winners of the 2017 …
Read moreLaw Society congratulates winners of the Attorney General’s Community Service Law Awards
15 May 2017The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Sam Vandongen SC and HHG Legal Group, winners of the Attorney General’s Community …
Read moreBudget shows Government is listening to legal profession, but more work needed to end justice funding crisis
11 May 2017Vital new funding for the federal courts, along with the reversal of cuts to community legal centres (CLCs) and Aboriginal …
Read moreLaw Week 2017
28 April 2017The Law Society of Western Australia is pleased to present its annual Law Week which will, in 2017, run from …
Read moreLaw Council says stronger whistleblower protections are needed
28 April 2017The Law Council of Australia has today told a Senate hearing that whistleblowers protections are inconsistent and should be strengthened. …
Read moreLaw Society supports action of the State Attorney General to address legal assistance funding to community legal centres
26 April 2017The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes today’s announcement by the State Attorney General, John Quigley to provide community legal …
Read moreLaw Society welcomes cancellation of proposed cuts to legal assistance funding
24 April 2017The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes today’s announcement by the Federal Government that it will restore funding to community …
Read moreLaw Society congratulates Amanda Forrester SC on appointment as Director of Public Prosecutions
6 April 2017The Law Society of Western Australia warmly congratulates Amanda Forrester SC on her appointment as Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) …
Read moreSenate’s powerful message on justice funding crisis should be heeded ahead of Budget
29 March 2017On the second last sitting day prior to the Federal Budget, the Senate has passed a historic motion calling for …
Read moreLaw Society Celebrates 180th Anniversary of the Old Court House
23 March 2017On Friday, 24 March 2017, the Law Society of Western Australia celebrates a significant milestone for the City of Perth’s …
Read moreAustralia’s legal assistance sector facing Federal Budget disaster, and pro bono cannot plug the gap
23 March 2017The average Australian lawyer is contributing a full week of work every year for free, but even this is insufficient …
Read moreBendigo’s Tayla Anderson awarded John Koowarta Indigenous Scholarship
20 March 2017Bendigo law student Tayla Anderson has been awarded the Law Council of Australia’s 2017 John Koowarta Reconciliation Law Scholarship. The …
Read moreThe Justice Project to uncover systemic flaws
10 March 2017The Law Council has announced that it is conducting a comprehensive national review into the impediments to justice in Australia, …
Read moreUnconscious bias training now available to all Australian lawyers
8 March 2017In a national first, a customised unconscious bias training program aimed specifically at the legal profession is now accessible from …
Read morePresident’s Welcome to Law Summer School 2017
1 March 2017Welcome by Alain Musikanth, President of the Law Society of Western Australia, at the Opening of Law Summer School 2017, …
Read moreLaw Society calls upon candidates to pledge their support for legal assistance
28 February 2017The Law Society of Western Australia is calling upon all candidates in the upcoming State election to make a public …
Read moreLaw Council welcomes appointment of Dr James Renwick SC to vital security watchdog role
27 February 2017The Law Council of Australia has applauded the appointment of prominent jurist Dr James Renwick SC as Australia’s acting Independent …
Read moreLegal profession launching unprecedented national initiative to counter unconscious bias
20 February 2017The Law Council of Australia is launching a major new program to help lawyers understand and address unconscious bias. The …
Read moreSame-Sex Marriage Bill report strikes balance between freedom of religion and freedom from discrimination
16 February 2017The Law Council today said the consensus Parliamentary report into the Government’s Same-Sex Marriage Bill strikes a good balance between …
Read moreMandatory sentencing undermining firearms trafficking bill
13 February 2017Including mandatory sentencing in the Federal Government’s firearms trafficking bill could lead to unjust punishments and unintended consequences. The Criminal …
Read moreAustralia takes historic step to help prevent torture
9 February 2017Australia has taken a positive and historic step today in the campaign to end torture, through the announcement by the …
Read moreResponse to Consultation Paper: Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Regime
8 February 2017In October 2016, the Law Society was informed by the Law Council of Australia that the Federal Government had embarked …
Read moreNational Security Watchdog Recommends Repeal of ASIO Questioning and Detention Powers
8 February 2017The Australian legal profession is calling on the Federal Government to adopt key recommendations of the Independent National Security Legislation …
Read moreAustralia’s contribution to the Abolition of the Death Penalty Symposium
8 February 2017On 3 February 2017, the Law Council convened a national Symposium in Melbourne to discuss how government, the legal profession …
Read moreLaw Council mourns passing of former Secretary-General Bill Grant
23 January 2017The Law Council of Australia is mourning the passing of its former Secretary-General, William (Bill) Grant OAM. Mr Grant served …
Read moreLaw Council backs amendments to help bring slavery out of the shadows
20 January 2017Amendments aimed at strengthening the nation’s criminal justice legislative response to human trafficking, slavery, and slavery-like offences are strongly supported …
Read moreLaw Society welcomes State Government commitment to Armadale justice complex
20 December 2016The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes today’s announcement by the State Government that it will commit $86 million to …
Read moreAppointment of new Solicitor-General
15 December 2016“Dr Stephen P Donaghue QC is an eminently qualified barrister who will fulfil the role of the Solicitor-General of the …
Read moreCampaign to strengthen legal profession’s defence against cyber threats launched
14 December 2016Cyber Precedent, a new information campaign by the Law Council of Australia to assist the legal profession further defend itself …
Read moreRecommendations for reform of elder abuse laws need serious consideration
12 December 2016The Federal Government should give close attention to a number of recommendations made by the Australian Law Reform Commission (ALRC) …
Read moreSenior Counsel Appointments
6 December 2016The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Mr Darren Jackson, Ms Carmel Barbagallo and Ms Amanda Forrester on their appointments …
Read moreLaw Society congratulates Matthew Walton on Magistrates Court appointment
2 December 2016The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Matthew Walton on his appointment as a Magistrate at the Magistrates Court of …
Read moreAmended High Risk Terrorist Offenders Bill strikes better balance between community protection and rule of law
1 December 2016Amendments to the Federal Government’s new anti-terror laws, that passed the Senate today, strike a better balance in protecting the …
Read moreHigh Court appointments
29 November 2016The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates the Honourable Justice Susan Kiefel AC and the Honourable Justice James Edelman on …
Read moreChief Justice appointment a landmark in Australian history
29 November 2016The appointment of the Honourable Justice Susan Mary Kiefel AC as the next Chief Justice of the High Court of …
Read more2017 Law Council of Australia Executive
28 November 2016At the November Directors’ Meeting of the Law Council of Australia, the following Directors were elected as Members of the …
Read moreAnti-death penalty and human rights advocate Julian McMahon wins Law Council’s President’s Medal
28 November 2016The Law Council of Australia’s 2016 President’s Medal has been awarded to eminent barrister, anti-death penalty and human rights advocate, …
Read moreLaw Society congratulates Dr Adam Tomison on Director General Appointment
23 November 2016The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Dr Adam Tomison on his appointment as Director General of the Department of …
Read moreLaw Council: Whistleblower protections a major development that paves the way for further expansion
22 November 2016New measures within the registered organisations legislation, passed early this morning, will drastically improve whistleblower protections for those within the …
Read moreLaw Council: Urgent action needed on Indigenous imprisonment in light of new Productivity Commission report
17 November 2016The Productivity Commission’s latest ‘Overcoming Indigenous Disadvantage’ report has underscored the pressing need for reform to combat catastrophic rates of …
Read morePassed Counter-Terrorism Bill addresses many Law Council concerns, now time to appoint new INSLM
9 November 2016A number of concerns expressed by the Law Council of Australia to the Counter-Terrorism Legislation Amendment Bill (No. 1) 2016 …
Read moreLaw Society congratulates Joseph McGrath SC on Supreme Court appointment
9 November 2016The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Joseph McGrath SC on his appointment as a Judge of the Supreme Court …
Read moreLaw Council urges Government to adopt key counterterrorism report recommendations
4 November 2016The Law Council of Australia is urging the Federal Government to adopt key recommendations of the Parliamentary Joint Committee on …
Read moreRedress Scheme helps to enable access to justice for survivors of child sexual abuse
4 November 2016The Council welcomes the Federal Government’s announcement to establish a redress scheme, which is crucial to ensuring that survivors can …
Read moreHuge boost for equality as large firms adopt Law Council’s Equitable Briefing Policy en masse
4 November 2016The Law Council of Australia’s National Equitable Briefing Policy today received a major boost, with a large number of the …
Read moreLaw Society joins all Australian Law Societies to call on PM to reverse cuts to legal assistance funding
3 November 2016The Presidents of Australia’s eight law societies, representing more than 60,000 legal practitioners, have called on the Prime Minster to …
Read moreLaw Society response to the Women Lawyers of Western Australia’s 20th Anniversary Review of the 1994 Chief Justice’s Gender Bias Taskforce Review
3 November 2016In September 2014, Women Lawyers of Western Australia Inc. released its 20th Anniversary Review of the 1994 Report of the …
Read moreLaw Society supports ALRC inquiry into incarceration rate of Indigenous Australians
27 October 2016The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes today’s announcement that the Commonwealth Government will ask the Australian Law Reform Commission …
Read moreALRC Indigenous incarceration inquiry a vital step in addressing this national catastrophe
27 October 2016The Law Council of Australia today threw its support behind the Federal Government’s decision to ask the Australian Law Reform …
Read moreNew report calls for national compensation scheme for survivors of slavery and human trafficking
27 October 2016A new report by the Law Council of Australia and Anti-Slavery Australia at UTS has outlined the case for a …
Read moreResignation of Solicitor-General
24 October 2016“Mr Justin Gleeson SC is an eminent barrister. He is a person of the highest integrity and skill,” the President …
Read moreLaw Society elects new President for 2017
24 October 2016The Law Society of Western Australia is pleased to announce that Alain Musikanth has been elected unopposed as President for …
Read moreCrisis in courts, legal aid a focus of Family Law Conference
19 October 2016More than 1000 family lawyers gathered today in Melbourne for the commencement of the National Family Law Conference. The conference …
Read moreAustralia’s largest legal conference honours 40 years of the Family Law Act
19 October 2016The National Family Law Conference has commenced in Melbourne today with a comprehensive 3-day program featuring distinguished legal experts from …
Read more2016 Australian Young Lawyer Award winners announced
10 October 201627-year-old Adelaide solicitor Natalie Wade has won the Individual 2016 Australian Young Lawyer Award, for her advocacy for equality within …
Read moreLaw Society welcomes efforts to reduce Aboriginal incarceration
15 September 2016The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes the State Government’s announcement of new legislation that aims to reduce the rate …
Read moreLaw Council: Special advocate regime a vital inclusion in new counter-terrorism bill, but further parliamentary scrutiny necessary
15 September 2016The Law Council of Australia has commended the Government for including a special advocate regime in new counter-terrorism laws introduced …
Read moreLaw Council: Flawed mandatory sentencing element undermining important firearm measures
14 September 2016The Law Council of Australia is warning that the unnecessary inclusion of mandatory sentencing will undermine the credibility of the …
Read moreLaw Council to launch national cyber security initiative as cyber threat grows
30 August 2016The Law Council of Australia will launch a national cyber security information campaign for the legal profession this year, as …
Read more2016 Murdoch Scholarship for the Most Outstanding Mock Trial Student
26 August 2016The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Daniel Morey from Shenton College who has been awarded the 2016 Murdoch Scholarship for …
Read moreLaw Council: Disturbing images from Qld underscore the need to review youth detention Australia-wide
19 August 2016Reports and images of alleged mistreatment in Townsville’s Cleveland Youth Detention Centre and Brisbane Youth Detention Centre emphasise the pressing …
Read moreLaw Council: Caution and safeguards necessary in any move by Australia’s AGs toward nationally consistent post-sentence preventative detention scheme
5 August 2016The Law Council of Australia has welcomed the emphasis on maintaining safeguards in any nationally consistent post-sentence preventative detention scheme, …
Read moreLaw Council welcomes Mick Gooda and Margaret White as Royal Commissioners, credits decision by Brian Martin
1 August 2016The Law Council of Australia has congratulated Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice Commissioner Mick Gooda and The Hon …
Read moreLaw Council offers support for Royal Commission into abuse of children in detention
26 July 2016Law Council offers support for Royal Commission into abuse of children in detention in the NT, calls for: The Royal …
Read moreRule of law principles must be protected in any move to hold jailed terrorists past their terms
25 July 2016The Law Council of Australia is urging the Australian Parliament to proceed cautiously with proposals to introduce new legislation that …
Read moreLaw Council: Grave concerns for Turkey following mass removal of judges and calls for retrospective death penalty
22 July 2016The Law Council of Australia has expressed its grave concern over the removal from duty — without proper process — …
Read moreLaw Society welcomes Attorney General’s comments on mandatory sentencing
21 July 2016The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes comments made by the Attorney General, the Hon Michael Mischin MLC, stating his …
Read moreLaw Council backs Malaysian Bar Council over attacks on independence
19 July 2016The Law Council of Australia has thrown its support behind the Malaysian Bar Council, whose independence is currently under threat …
Read moreLaw Council congratulates Attorney-General and Justice Minister on their reappointments
18 July 2016The Law Council of Australia has warmly congratulated Senator the Hon George Brandis QC and the Hon Michael Keenan MP …
Read moreLaw Council of Australia urges DFAT to redouble efforts with Chinese Government to release detained lawyers
11 July 2016The Law Council of Australia is urging the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) to redouble its efforts with …
Read moreLaw Library at the David Malcolm Justice Centre
7 July 2016From 1 July 2016, the Law Library at the Supreme Court will close its doors and the Department of the …
Read moreLaw Society welcomes new judicial appointments
6 July 2016The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates the Hon Justice Michael Buss, the Hon Justice Robert Mitchell, Raelene Johnston and …
Read moreLaw Council gravely concerned by sentencing of Australian woman to death in Vietnam
1 July 2016On behalf of the Australian legal profession, the Law Council of Australia has expressed its grave concern that a 73-year-old …
Read moreLaw Society calls for State Government Action on Strata Reform
1 July 2016The Law Society of Western Australia has called on the State Government to take immediate action to pass necessary strata …
Read moreLaw Society congratulates Katrina Banks-Smith SC on Supreme Court appointment
30 June 2016The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Katrina Banks-Smith SC on her appointment as a Judge of the Supreme Court …
Read moreLaw Council adopts Equitable Briefing Policy
24 June 2016The Law Council of Australia has launched a landmark new Equitable Briefing Policy aimed at improving the briefing of women …
Read moreLaw Society congratulates appointments to the Judiciary and new Solicitor General
22 June 2016The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Sandra De Maio, Anne Longden, Peter Quinlan SC and Pamela Scott on their …
Read moreLaw Society applauds the State Government and Opposition on mandatory sentencing stance
17 June 2016The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes comments in the media by the Minister for Education the Hon Peter Collier …
Read moreLaw Society congratulates Queen’s Birthday Honours recipients
13 June 2016The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates the Hon Justice Carmel McLure and the Hon Cheryl Edwardes after they were …
Read moreLaw Council launches ‘to-do’ list for incoming Government
10 June 2016The Law Council of Australia today launched its 2016 Federal Election Policy Platform, which outlines its priorities for a newly-elected …
Read moreLaw Society joins Street Banner Project for National Reconciliation Week
27 May 2016The Law Society of Western Australia is delighted to join the Street Banner Project for National Reconciliation Week 2016. The …
Read moreLaw Society joins Legal Aid Matters campaign
16 May 2016The Law Society of Western Australia has joined with the Law Council of Australia and other Australian Law Societies and Bar …
Read more45,000 people faced courts alone due to legal aid crisis
16 May 2016National campaign launched at start of Law Week At least 45,000 Australians have been forced to represent themselves in court, …
Read more$30m family violence commitment puts dent in legal aid crisis
13 May 2016The Coalition announcement today that it will provide $30 million for legal assistance services, as part of its National Plan …
Read moreLawyers to rally over legal aid crisis in election campaign
10 May 2016With the election in full swing and neither party responding to the legal aid funding crisis, lawyers from across Australia …
Read moreLaw Council welcomes appointments to the Federal Courts and the AAT
6 May 2016The announcement by the Attorney-General of appointees to the Federal Court, Family Court and Federal Circuit Court will ensure that …
Read moreIndependent counter-terrorism report addresses key concerns of the legal profession
6 May 2016A report released today by the Independent National Security Legislation Monitor has recognised key concerns from the legal profession about …
Read moreLegal profession among winners in Singapore-Australia FTA review
6 May 2016Australian lawyers and law schools have been rewarded with long-term market access certainty following a review of the Singapore-Australia Free …
Read moreCongratulations to new Commonwealth DPP and Human Rights Commissioners
6 May 2016The Law Council of Australia applauded the appointment of the new Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) as well as …
Read moreRecommendation of strategy for the abolition of the death penalty applauded
6 May 2016The Law Council of Australia today commended Parliament on adopting its recommendation to develop, fund and implement a whole-of-government Strategy …
Read moreBudget does nothing to address crisis in legal aid
4 May 2016Legal aid continues to be underfunded to the tune of hundreds of millions of dollars following the release of the …
Read moreCyber Security Strategy a strong step in safeguarding legal profession and their clients’ confidentiality
21 April 2016The Federal Government’s announcement of a multifaceted, $230 million Cyber Security Strategy is a significant initiative that will strengthen the …
Read moreLaw Council calls for mandatory sentencing to be dropped for alcohol-related offences on 25th anniversary of Aboriginal Deaths in Custody Royal Commission
18 April 2016The Law Council of Australia will tell a Senate inquiry into the need for a nationally-consistent approach to alcohol-fuelled violence …
Read more25th anniversary of Royal Commission into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody
14 April 201615 April 2016 marks the 25th anniversary of the Royal Commission into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody. The Royal Commission found …
Read moreLaw Week 2016
12 April 2016Law Week 2016 begins on Monday, 16 May and runs until Friday, 20 May. Law Week provides a chance for …
Read moreLaw Society committed to gender equality in the legal profession
1 April 2016The Law Society of Western Australia reaffirms its commitment to gender equality across the legal profession. The Law Society has …
Read moreLaw Council calls on COAG leaders to seize historic opportunity to reduce family violence
1 April 2016The Law Council of Australia is calling upon the Council of Australian Governments to seize the opportunity for intergovernmental action …
Read morePresentation of Lotterywest grant certificate to the Law Society of Western Australia
24 March 2016The Law Society of Western Australia will be formally presented with a grant certificate by Lotterywest next month. The ceremony …
Read moreSelf-defence in the criminal law of Western Australia
15 March 2016In light of recent media reports, it is important to provide clarification on the concept of self-defence, which is well-established …
Read moreLaw Society congratulates The Hon Justice Carmel McLure on induction into WA Women’s Hall of Fame
9 March 2016The Law Society of Western Australia extends its congratulations to The Hon Justice Carmel McLure on her induction into the …
Read moreInternational Women’s Day 2016 sees legal profession in unprecedented push to improve inclusiveness and diversity
8 March 2016The Law Council of Australia has taken International Women’s Day to shine a light on the unprecedented push by the …
Read moreLaw Council calls for amendments to the Migration Act before Federal election
4 March 2016The Law Council of Australia’s president-elect, Fiona McLeod SC, has used an address at the 2016 CPD Immigration Law Conference …
Read moreLaw Society congratulates Alan Troy on appointment as District Court Judge
2 March 2016The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Alan Troy on his appointment as a Judge of the District Court of …
Read moreLaw Society congratulates Rick O’Brien on Family Court appointment
25 February 2016The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Rick O’Brien on his appointment as a Judge of the Family Court of …
Read moreLaw Society supports gender equality across the legal profession
24 February 2016The Law Society sees the promotion of gender equality across the legal profession, including in our State’s Judiciary, as an …
Read moreLaw Society calls on Government to replace Supreme Court Judges
23 February 2016The Law Society of Western Australia is concerned by the Government’s announcement that Justice Ralph Simmonds will not be replaced …
Read moreLaw Society welcomes support programme for Aboriginal people in custody
19 February 2016The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes the recent announcement by the State Government of a new programme to reduce …
Read moreCommittee report on Counter-Terrorism Bill welcome, however concerns remain
16 February 2016The Parliamentary Joint Committee on Intelligence and Security’s (PJCIS) report on the Counter-Terrorism Bill 2015 is a welcome step, but …
Read moreKate Jenkins an ideal candidate for Sex Discrimination Commissioner
12 February 2016The following statements can be attributed to Stuart Clark AM, President, Law Council of Australia: On behalf of the Australian …
Read moreLaw Council regarding reports that a lack of pension access is affecting the retention and recruitment of federal judges
11 February 2016The following statements can be attributed to Stuart Clark AM, President, Law Council of Australia: It is vital that federal …
Read moreReal efforts to close the gap must prioritise action on Indigenous imprisonment
10 February 2016The Law Council of Australia has welcomed the Prime Minister’s national ‘Close the Gap’ statement, while emphasising that urgent action …
Read moreTPP provisions a boon for the Australian legal profession
4 February 2016The Law Council of Australia has welcomed the signing of the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement (TPP) noting it contains numerous advantageous …
Read moreLaw Society congratulates Michael Gething on appointment as District Court Judge
4 February 2016The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Michael Gething on his appointment as a Judge of the District Court of …
Read moreLaw Society calls upon Parliamentarians to tackle legal aid crisis
1 February 2016The Law Society of Western Australia has announced its support for the National Legal Assistance Funding Campaign, launched today by …
Read moreLaw Council welcomes Commonwealth Government’s Commitment to a National Approach for Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse
29 January 2016Attributable to Law Council of Australia President Stuart Clark AM: The Law Council of Australia welcomes the Commonwealth Government’s commitment …
Read moreLaw Society congratulates new Accredited Family Law Specialists
28 January 2016The Law Society congratulates Denby Kerr of DCH Legal, Jane Johnson of Kim Wilson & Co and Julia Mansfield of …
Read moreWarning on international scams targeting Law Practices
21 January 2016Please be aware of international scams targeting local legal practitioners. In the most recent instance a local firm has been …
Read moreLaw Society welcomes appointment of new Magistrate
14 January 2016The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Mr Evan Shackleton on his appointment as a magistrate of the Magistrates Court …
Read moreLaw Society welcomes appointments of new Magistrates
9 December 2015The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates barristers and solicitors Brian Mahon and Mark Millington, who have been appointed as …
Read moreThe Law Society congratulates the 2015 Senior Counsel appointees
2 December 2015The Law Society congratulates Mr Paul Yovich and Mr John Blackburn on taking silk. Read the Supreme Court’s media release …
Read moreUN to review Australia’s treatment of Indigenous Australians and asylum seekers
9 November 2015On Tuesday 10 November Australian Time, Australia’s human rights record will be under the microscope in Geneva as part of …
Read moreLaw Society concerned by Criminal Code Amendment (Prevention of Lawful Activity) Bill
21 September 2015The Law Society of Western Australia is concerned by the Criminal Code Amendment (Prevention of Lawful Activity) Bill, which is …
Read moreLatest example of legal aid funding crisis should serve as wake-up call
21 September 2015A Northern Territory man facing serious assault charges has been denied legal assistance by the local Legal Aid Commission due …
Read moreLaw Society concerned by the Criminal Law Amendment (Home Burglary and Other Offences) Bill 2014
16 September 2015The Law Society of Western Australia is concerned by the passing of the Criminal Law Amendment (Home Burglary and Other …
Read moreLegal profession welcomes Ms Brigitte Markovic as new Federal Court judge
11 August 2015On behalf of the Australian legal profession, the Law Council of Australia applauds the appointment of Ms Brigitte Markovic as …
Read moreThe Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Paul Tottle on Supreme Court appointment
22 July 2015The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Paul Tottle on his appointment as a Judge of the Supreme Court of …
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The Law Society Partners with Edith Cowan University to Survey Lawyers’ Cyber Security Practices
22 May 2018The Law Society of Western Australia has partnered with Edith Cowan University on research into the cyber security practices of …
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Banksia Hill Lockdowns of Teens Ruled Illegal is Unsurprising to the Law Society of Western Australia
12 July 2023Wednesday, 12 July 2023 The decision published by Justice Tottle yesterday in the Supreme Court of Western Australia finding that …
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Law Society Welcomes “Fresh Set of Eyes” on the Banksia Hill Detention Centre
8 June 2023Thursday, 8 June 2023 The Law Society of Western Australia (the Law Society) President Ante Golem today welcomed the decision …
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Why is the Young Offenders Amendment Bill 2023 required?
17 May 2023Wednesday, 17 May 2023 The McGowan Government announcement today that amendments to the Young Offenders Act 1994 (Act) would be …
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No Surprises at Banksia Hill on Tuesday/Wednesday Morning
11 May 2023Thursday, 11 May 2023 The Law Society of Western Australia (the Law Society) has and continues to raise its concerns …
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Opinion Piece by Law Society President Ante Golem: Government’s Disregard for Rule of Law a Dangerous Precedent
11 May 2023Published in The West Australian on Thursday, 13 April 2023 Our democracy and structures of government are underpinned by …
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The Law Society Congratulates New President of Mental Health Tribunal
5 December 2022Monday, 5 December 2022 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Dr Andrew Lu AM on his appointment as the …
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Western Australian Legal Profession to Join the Legal Profession Uniform Law Scheme on 1 July 2022
1 June 2022Wednesday, 1 June 2022 The State Attorney General John Quigley has announced that Western Australia will officially join …
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2022 Law Society President Elected
14 October 2021Thursday, 14 October 2021 Rebecca Lee has been declared elected as the Law Society of Western Australia’s President …
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RU OK? Day – Message from the President
9 September 2021Thursday, 9 September 2021 is R U OK? Day. This year the message is: “Are they really OK? Ask them today”. …
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Joint Media Statement: Funding certainty to help Law Access meet pro bono demand
27 August 2021Friday, 27 August 2021 Law Access and its founder and parent body, the Law Society of Western Australia, welcome …
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Federal Budget 2021-22 – Investment in Addressing Sexual Harassment
12 May 2021Wednesday, 12 May 2021 The Law Society of Western Australia is pleased that the Federal Government has made …
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Banksia Hill Lockdowns of Teens Ruled Illegal is Unsurprising to the Law Society of Western Australia
12 July 2023Wednesday, 12 July 2023 The decision published by Justice Tottle yesterday in the Supreme Court of Western Australia finding that …
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Law Society Welcomes “Fresh Set of Eyes” on the Banksia Hill Detention Centre
8 June 2023Thursday, 8 June 2023 The Law Society of Western Australia (the Law Society) President Ante Golem today welcomed the decision …
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Why is the Young Offenders Amendment Bill 2023 required?
17 May 2023Wednesday, 17 May 2023 The McGowan Government announcement today that amendments to the Young Offenders Act 1994 (Act) would be …
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Joint Media Release: The Law Society of Western Australia and Law Access Ltd | Pro Bono Lawyers Walk for Justice
16 May 2023Tuesday, 16 May 2023 The annual Law Access Walk for Justice on Tuesday, 16 May celebrates National Pro Bono …
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No Surprises at Banksia Hill on Tuesday/Wednesday Morning
11 May 2023Thursday, 11 May 2023 The Law Society of Western Australia (the Law Society) has and continues to raise its concerns …
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Opinion Piece by Law Society President Ante Golem: Government’s Disregard for Rule of Law a Dangerous Precedent
11 May 2023Published in The West Australian on Thursday, 13 April 2023 Our democracy and structures of government are underpinned by …
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The Law Society Congratulates New President of Mental Health Tribunal
5 December 2022Monday, 5 December 2022 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Dr Andrew Lu AM on his appointment as the …
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The Law Society of Western Australia’s Young Lawyers Committee Presented with the 2022 Australian Young Lawyer Organisation Award
22 November 202222 November 2022 The Law Society of Western Australia’s Young Lawyers Committee was honoured on Friday, 18 November 2022, …
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The Law Society Congratulates New Life Members
16 November 202216 November 2022 Congratulations to The Hon Rene Le Miere KC, Greg McIntyre SC, The Hon John McKechnie KC, Theodore …
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Vale Robert Meadows KC
16 November 202216 November 2022 The Law Society of Western Australia is saddened to hear of the passing of Robert Meadows KC, …
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Joint Media Release: Law Council of Australia and the Law Society of Western Australia | Excessive use of force on children unconscionable
15 November 202215 November 2022 The Law Council of Australia and the Law Society of Western Australia are deeply concerned by the …
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Law Society President says sending children to the main maximum-security prison in Western Australia is not the right solution and there needs to be a rethink
25 October 202225 October 2022 The President of the Children’s Court has made a number of judicial announcements on how inappropriate it …
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Farewell to the Honourable Kevin Hammond AO
25 October 2022Tuesday 25 October 2022 The Law Society is saddened to hear of the passing of the Honourable Kevin Hammond …
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2023 Council Election – Meet the Nominees!
19 October 2022Wednesday, 19 October 2022 Congratulations once again to Ante Golem who was declared to be elected as President and Paula Wilkinson and Gary Mack who …
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Law Society Raises Concerns on the Liquor Control Amendment (PEP) Bill 2022
14 October 2022Friday, 14 October 2022 The Law Society recently received a briefing from the Government regarding the amendments to the …
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2023 Law Society President Elected
13 October 202213 October 2022 Ante Golem has been declared elected as the Law Society of Western Australia’s President for 2023. Mr …
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R U OK? Day – President’s Message
8 September 2022Thursday, 8 September 2022 Today is R U OK? Day. It’s our national day of action when we remind Australians …
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Law Society Welcomes Reforms in Promoting Equality for Western Australians
16 August 2022Tuesday, 16 August 2022 The Law Society welcomes the announcement today by the Attorney General, the Hon John Quigley MLA …
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Notice of General Meeting on 14 July 2022
7 July 2022Tuesday, 5 July 2022 In accordance with Rule 40 of the Law Society of Western Australia Inc Constitution, notice is …
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Law Society Awarded Lotterywest Grant Towards Preservation of Legal Cultural Heritage
30 June 2022Thursday, 20 June 2022 The Law Society of Western Australia has been awarded a grant of $96,810 from Lotterywest …
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Joint Media Release: The Law Society of Western Australia and Law Access Ltd Sign a New Memorandum of Understanding
16 June 2022Thursday, 16 June 2022 The Law Society of Western Australia and Law Access Ltd signed a new Memorandum of …
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Western Australian Legal Profession to Join the Legal Profession Uniform Law Scheme on 1 July 2022
1 June 2022Wednesday, 1 June 2022 The State Attorney General John Quigley has announced that Western Australia will officially join …
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Legal Profession Uniform Law Passes Parliament
5 April 2022Tuesday, 5 April 2022 The Law Society of Western Australia has welcomed the announcement by the State Attorney General, …
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Joint Press Release: The Law Society of Western Australia and Law Access | Planned Law Access Leadership Transition Creates New Opportunities for Growth
14 December 2021Tuesday, 14 December 2021 Malcolm McCusker AC CVO QC is retiring as Chairman of the Law Access Board on …
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Do you have a Will? Is it Valid?
3 December 20213 December 2021 Small changes to WA’s laws when people die without a valid will to have a big impact …
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2022 Law Society President Elected
14 October 2021Thursday, 14 October 2021 Rebecca Lee has been declared elected as the Law Society of Western Australia’s President …
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RU OK? Day – Message from the President
9 September 2021Thursday, 9 September 2021 is R U OK? Day. This year the message is: “Are they really OK? Ask them today”. …
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Joint Media Statement: Funding certainty to help Law Access meet pro bono demand
27 August 2021Friday, 27 August 2021 Law Access and its founder and parent body, the Law Society of Western Australia, welcome …
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The Courts Legislation Amendment (Magistrates) Bill 2021 – Potential ramifications for the independence of the judiciary
4 August 2021Wednesday, 4 August 2021 The Courts Legislation Amendment (Magistrates) Bill 2021 (Bill) was introduced on 23 June 2021. Yesterday the Law Society of …
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The Courts Legislation Amendment (Magistrates) Bill 2021 – Potential ramifications for the independence of the judiciary
3 August 20213 August 2021 The Law Society understands that the Courts Legislation Amendment (Magistrates) Bill 2021 (Bill) introduced on 23 June 2021 has …
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Cluedunnit Kids 2021: Awards Ceremony
20 July 2021Tuesday, 20 July 2021 Cluedunnit Kids gets Year 6 and Year 5/6 student teams to investigate a fictional criminal …
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New Judicial Appointments to the District Court
1 June 2021Tuesday, 1 June 2021 The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates barrister Lisa Campbell-Tovey and Supreme Court Registrar …
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Federal Budget 2021-22 – Investment in Addressing Sexual Harassment
12 May 2021Wednesday, 12 May 2021 The Law Society of Western Australia is pleased that the Federal Government has made …
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Vacation Clerk & Graduate Recruitment Dates 2020
11 February 2020The Law Schools of Curtin, ECU, Murdoch, Notre Dame and UWA have put together recommended recruitment dates for 2020. In …
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Law Society’s Lore Law Project Awarded State Government Grant
24 January 2019Thursday, 24 January 2019 The Law Society of Western Australia welcomes today’s announcement that its Lore Law Project has been recognised by the State …
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Elections to Law Society’s 2019 Council – Nominations Now Closed
15 October 2018Nominations for election to the Law Society’s 2019 Council are now closed.
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Family and Federal Circuit Court Reform Details Awaited
6 June 2018The Law Council was interested to learn of the Australian Government’s plans to amalgamate the Federal Circuit Court of Australia …
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President’s Welcome to Law Summer School 2017
1 March 2017Welcome by Alain Musikanth, President of the Law Society of Western Australia, at the Opening of Law Summer School 2017, …
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Mandatory sentencing undermining firearms trafficking bill
13 February 2017Including mandatory sentencing in the Federal Government’s firearms trafficking bill could lead to unjust punishments and unintended consequences. The Criminal …
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Response to Consultation Paper: Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Regime
8 February 2017In October 2016, the Law Society was informed by the Law Council of Australia that the Federal Government had embarked …
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Law Society response to the Women Lawyers of Western Australia’s 20th Anniversary Review of the 1994 Chief Justice’s Gender Bias Taskforce Review
3 November 2016In September 2014, Women Lawyers of Western Australia Inc. released its 20th Anniversary Review of the 1994 Report of the …
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2016 Australian Young Lawyer Award winners announced
10 October 201627-year-old Adelaide solicitor Natalie Wade has won the Individual 2016 Australian Young Lawyer Award, for her advocacy for equality within …
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Law Council: Flawed mandatory sentencing element undermining important firearm measures
14 September 2016The Law Council of Australia is warning that the unnecessary inclusion of mandatory sentencing will undermine the credibility of the …
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2016 Murdoch Scholarship for the Most Outstanding Mock Trial Student
26 August 2016The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates Daniel Morey from Shenton College who has been awarded the 2016 Murdoch Scholarship for …
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Law Library at the David Malcolm Justice Centre
7 July 2016From 1 July 2016, the Law Library at the Supreme Court will close its doors and the Department of the …
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Law Society congratulates Queen’s Birthday Honours recipients
13 June 2016The Law Society of Western Australia congratulates the Hon Justice Carmel McLure and the Hon Cheryl Edwardes after they were …
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Legal profession among winners in Singapore-Australia FTA review
6 May 2016Australian lawyers and law schools have been rewarded with long-term market access certainty following a review of the Singapore-Australia Free …
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Law Society congratulates new Accredited Family Law Specialists
28 January 2016The Law Society congratulates Denby Kerr of DCH Legal, Jane Johnson of Kim Wilson & Co and Julia Mansfield of …
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Warning on international scams targeting Law Practices
21 January 2016Please be aware of international scams targeting local legal practitioners. In the most recent instance a local firm has been …
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The Law Society congratulates the 2015 Senior Counsel appointees
2 December 2015The Law Society congratulates Mr Paul Yovich and Mr John Blackburn on taking silk. Read the Supreme Court’s media release …
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