• December 2019

  • Monday, 9 December 2019 - Tuesday, 10 December 2019
    Conveyancing - From title search to settlement (Dec 2019)
    9 Dec 2019 9:00am - 10 Dec 2019 4:00pm (Australia - Melbourne)
    Leo Cussen Centre for Law, Level 16, 15 William Street, Melbourne

    Gain technical skills in conveyancing transactions which will equip you to confidently operate in legal professional practice as a lawyer or senior conveyancer.

    This interactive and practical workshop covers the essentials, including the following topics:

    • Conduct title searches
    • Make applications for certificates and permits from statutory authorities
    • E-conveyancing and VOI (Verification of Identity)
    • Prepare contracts of sale of real estate
    • Draft vendors' statements
    • Draft transfers of land
    • Attend to mortgage documentation
    • Attend to settlement procedures, stamping and registration
    • Attend to Post settlement procedures
    • PEXA Overview

    This workshop introduces practitioners to all aspects of the conveyancing process from property ownership, how the Sale of Land Act 1962 is applied to contracts for the sale of real estate, searches and lodgement of forms, as well as providing an overview of a conveyancing process from initial instructions to post settlement.

    During this workshop, a representative from PEXA will address the key changes to property-related transactions and will guide you through the PEXA processes and procedures as they currently stand.

    This workshop is ideal for legal practitioners new to practice in this area or those requiring a refresher, as well as those who wish to work in a legal office or conveyancing department in senior conveyancing role.

    11.0
    $695.00
  • Tuesday, 10 December 2019
    Injunction Applications – Taking Instructions and Preparing Key Documents – Tips and Traps
    10 Dec 2019 5:00pm - 10 Dec 2019 6:00pm (Australia - Melbourne)
    Leo Cussen Centre for Law, Level 16, 15 William Street, Melbourne

    You often get only one shot at a successful injunction application. And limited time to put the application together. Badly worded or inadequate documents including affidavits in support, can result in refusal to grant the injunction. Getting clear instructions and supporting material are crucial. This seminar will outline the critical issues to cover and provide important tips and traps to be aware of when instructed to apply for an injunction.   

    Presented by: Maya Rozner, Barrister, Victorian Bar

    1.0
    $145.00
  • Friday, 13 December 2019
    Planning Law Practice - From permit to enforcement (Dec 2019)
    13 Dec 2019 9:00am - 13 Dec 2019 3:30pm (Australia - Melbourne)
    Leo Cussen Centre for Law, Level 16, 15 William Street, Melbourne

    This workshop is designed to give practitioners an introduction and overview of the planning system in Victoria. It will introduce practitioners to the application, objection and appeals procedure and includes a selection of Case Studies to be considered and discussed in relation to the procedures and issues involved. The enforcement provisions of the Planning and Environment Act 1987 and other controls will also be considered.

    Topics include:

    •     Planning framework including legislation
    •     Planning and responsible authorities
    •     Planning schemes
    •     Zoning
    •     Amendments
    •     Applications for review
    •     Compensation
    •     Proceedings in VCAT
    •     Application processes
    •     Objections
    •     Submissions
       

     

    5.5
    $495.00

  • January 2020

  • Thursday, 16 January 2020
    Costs Agreements, Disclosure and Recovery of Fees – Case Update
    16 Jan 2020 1:00pm - 16 Jan 2020 2:00pm (Australia - Melbourne)
    Leo Cussen Centre for Law, Level 16, 15 William Street, Melbourne

    Poorly worded costs agreements and failure to make proper or updated disclosure can impact your ability to recover fees and result in disciplinary action.

    This seminar will provide you with an update on significant cases related to legal costs and provide guidance on their practical application. This session will also examine cases involving failure to comply with Disclosure and other professional obligations and the impact on recovery of professional fees.

    Don’t miss this important session to maximise your fee recovery!

    1.0
    $145.00
  • Friday, 17 January 2020
    Ethics in the Spotlight
    17 Jan 2020 1:00pm - 17 Jan 2020 2:00pm (Australia - Melbourne)
    Leo Cussen Centre for Law, Level 16, 15 William Street, Melbourne

    With the recent revelations and public scandals, the public could be forgiven for thinking that legal practitioners often fall short of their professional duties and ethical obligations.

    However, as any lawyer knows, they are never out of the ‘Ethical Spotlight’ and in an age of rapid technological evolution, it is all too easy to be caught in its glare.

    In this session hear from a leading practitioner on:

    • Practical implications of technology on ability to maintain client confidentiality;
    • Practical guidance on how to reduce the risk of a complaint;
    • A discussion on where the boundary is between  a ‘working life’ and ‘private life’ in an age where the ‘office’ may be fluid and
    • The classic ethical dilemmas that keep practitioners awake at night.

    Don’t miss this informative and valuable session.

    Presented by: Bridgid Cowling, Senior Associate, Arnold Bloch Leibler

    1.0
    $145.00
  • Tuesday, 21 January 2020
    New Whistleblower Regime – The Treasury Laws Amendment (Enhancing Whistleblower Protections) Act 2019 (Cth)
    21 Jan 2020 5:00pm - 21 Jan 2020 6:00pm (Australia - Melbourne)
    Leo Cussen Centre for Law, Level 16, 15 William Street, Melbourne

    Any employer considered to be a ‘public company’ or ‘large proprietary company’ will be required to have a compliant whistle-blower policy in place from 1 January 2020.

    This session will discuss:

    • How does is work;
    • What does it mean for your clients;
    • What needs to be drafted and are you compliant?;
    • Updating your policy;
    • What are the risks;
    • What the benefits.

    Don’t miss this critical update!

    Presented by: Lucy Line, Barrister, Victorian Bar

    1.0
    $145.00
  • Wednesday, 22 January 2020
    Time Management – Finding 25 Hours In The Day
    22 Jan 2020 5:00pm - 22 Jan 2020 6:00pm (Australia - Melbourne)
    Leo Cussen Centre for Law, Level 16, 15 William Street, Melbourne

    How do you stay in control whilst trying to meet or exceed client and colleague demands and expectations? Access and availability is often expected at all hours of the day and night and it is easy to become overwhelmed.

    Time management is the key to surviving and thriving as a lawyer. Hear from an experienced practitioner about what they do to increase productivity and deliver at the highest level.

    This seminar is designed to reveal the strategies that successful lawyers use to maximise every minute of the day and achieve client and personal satisfaction.

    1.0
    $145.00
  • Wednesday, 22 January 2020
    Alert! Guardianship and Administration Act 2019
    22 Jan 2020 5:00pm - 22 Jan 2020 6:00pm (Australia - Melbourne)
    Leo Cussen Centre for Law, Level 16, 15 William Street, Melbourne

    The Guardianship and Administration Act 2019 which commences on 1 March 2020 introduces changes affecting the basis upon which a Guardian can make decisions, and also the legal test around capacity. 

    This session will dissect the changes, and also look at the role of VCAT and the appointment of Guardians or Administrators as impacted by the new Act.

     

    Presented by: William Moore, Partner, Hall & Wilcox

    1.0
    $145.00
  • Thursday, 23 January 2020
    Online Legal Research – Secrets Unlocked
    23 Jan 2020 1:00pm - 23 Jan 2020 2:00pm (Australia - Melbourne)
    Leo Cussen Centre for Law, Level 16, 15 William Street, Melbourne

    This seminar is designed to unlock the secrets to free legal research sites and tools. This seminar will provide a step by step guide to research legislation, case law and other legal material online using the latest free tools. Discover a wide range of available online resources you never knew existed!

    This seminar is a great investment that will save you time and increase your productivity!

    Presented by: Lauren Marr, Legal Research Librarian, Maurice Blackburn Lawyers

    1.0
    $145.00
  • Wednesday, 29 January 2020
    Directors Duties, Legal Advice and ASIC Investigations
    29 Jan 2020 5:00pm - 29 Jan 2020 6:00pm (Australia - Melbourne)
    Leo Cussen Centre for Law, Level 16, 15 William Street, Melbourne

    The duties and responsibilities imposed on company directors and officers have never been more stringent or exposed. The requirement for their legal advisers to be across current developments has also never been more important.

    This seminar will examine recent cases and developments, including to what extent directors should be aware of potential breaches of the law and whether there is a need for more effective protection for directors in decision making. It will also address potential claims, the signs to watch for and questions to ask when advising clients in this area.

    The seminar will provide guidance on how companies should modify their practices and procedures and will also cover the most recent ASIC investigations and cases. It will also discuss the wide range of powers that ASIC officers can and are enforcing.

    The session will also outline ASIC’s plans to embed officials inside Australia’s biggest banks to monitor governance and compliance, plus the establishment of a taskforce to look into large listed companies including on-site surveillance and investigation.

    This is a seminar not to be missed!

    Presented by: Kate Koidl, Partner, MinterEllison

    1.0
    $145.00
  • Thursday, 30 January 2020
    4 Point Intensive
    30 Jan 2020 9:00am - 30 Jan 2020 1:30pm (Australia - Melbourne)
    Leo Cussen Centre for Law, Level 16, 15 William Street, Melbourne

     

    Mediation – How to Prepare When Your Client Has Not 

    The challenges of preparing for and attending mediation can be overwhelming when:

    • Your client is unprepared;
    • Your opponent is unprepared;
    • Despite your best attempts there is no clear strategy; and
    • Your client still expects settlement.

    This seminar will address how you can overcome these challenges and achieve the best outcome.

    This session will also provide guidance on how you can take control of the process even in circumstances when no one seems to be prepared or cooperating.

    Update Your Standard Costs Agreement in 2020 

    With reference to recent cases and common errors this seminar will highlight the reasons why you need to update your standard costs agreement in 2020. 

    Costs Agreements are one of the most important documents used by legal practitioners, yet once drafted they are rarely reviewed except to update charge out rates. Failing to keep pace with legislative changes and case law developments can, however, result in outdated, unclear and/or inaccurate costs agreements, potentially leaving practitioners exposed and unable to recover outstanding legal fees.

    This session will consider how and why you should re-examine and consider updating and/or tailoring your costs agreement in light of recent and upcoming legislative changes, which impact significantly on the content and terminology used.

    It will also explore common errors in costs agreements, with reference to recent decisions, and provide tips on how to ensure that the costs agreement you issue is appropriate and will minimise the likelihood of problems arising.

    Presented by: Penny Van den Berg, Principal Lawyer, Mahlab Costing

    Agreeing to Agree – When Letter of Intent or Heads of Agreement Become Binding 

    Despite a common misconception that you can’t have an 'agreement to agree', in a number of significant decisions the courts have found that “in principle” or heads of agreement expressed to be “subject to contract” may sometimes be enforceable.

    This session will examine the circumstances where this can occur inadvertently, as well as appropriate mechanisms to minimise dispute where the parties do intend for their preliminary agreement to be binding.

    It will also consider the risks of negotiations surrounding the initial agreement being deemed misleading and deceptive conduct

    Ethics In The Spotlight 

    With the recent revelations and scandal surrounding ‘Lawyer X’, the public could be forgiven for thinking that legal practitioners often fall short of their professional duties and ethical obligations.

    However, as any lawyer knows, they are never out of the ‘Ethical Spotlight’ and in an age of rapid technological evolution, it is all too easy to be caught in its glare.

    In this session hear from a leading practitioner on:

    • Practical implications of technology on ability to maintain client confidentiality;
    • Practical guidance on how to reduce the risk of a complaint;
    • A discussion on where the boundary is between  a ‘working life’ and ‘private life’ in an age where the ‘office’ may be fluid and
    • The classic ethical dilemmas that keep practitioners awake at night.

    Don’t miss this informative and valuable session.

     

    4.0
    $450.00
  • Thursday, 30 January 2020
    Appearing in Court Tips and Traps - Maximise Your Performance and Gain Confidence
    30 Jan 2020 5:00pm - 30 Jan 2020 6:00pm (Australia - Melbourne)
    Leo Cussen Centre for Law, Level 16, 15 William Street, Melbourne

    This session will give you the confidence you need when appearing in the major jurisdictions as well as tips for obtaining the best outcome for your client on the day. Enhance your advocacy skills and gain confidence! 

    This seminar covers the following:

    • Interacting with opposing representatives
    • Standing matters down
    • Preparing yourself and your client 
    • Familiarise yourself with the court procedures
    • Dealing with the registry
    • Advocacy tips and tricks
    • Appearing with confidence and overcoming the nerves
    • Announcing your appearance
    • Obtaining your client’s instructions from the Bar table
    • Handing up documents
    • Leaving the Bar table
    • Addressing the judicial officer presiding
    1.0
    $145.00