Advocating Justice For All
The LIV recognises the importance of the law in shaping the future and supports review and modernisation to ensure that legislation is clear and accessible. Download the Focus on the Future pdf.
Moving to a Unified National Legal Profession
The LIV is calling for
Continued representation for the legal profession
and the ability to contribute to the legislative consultation process
Implementation of reforms during 2011.
Supporting International Market Access
The LIV is calling for
The federal government to work collaboratively with the legal profession to:
- promote the skills and expertise of Australian lawyers in overseas markets
- lobby to open up overseas markets to be receptive to Australian legal services
- encourage regulation that makes it easier for Australian lawyers to practise in overseas jurisdictions (as the draft National Legal Profession Reform Bill proposes to introduce a new option of “conditional admission” to allow foreign lawyers to more easily practise in all Australian jurisdictions)
Modernising Succession Laws
The LIV is calling for
The state government to consult with relevant bodies about the adoption of the model provisions prepared by the National Committee for Uniform Succession Laws. This may need to be undertaken in stages as there are a range of issues to consider.
Modernising Victorian Property Law
The LIV is calling for
The state government to extend the scope of the current VLRC review to include the Transfer of Land Act 1958 (Vic), in order to simplify and modernise Victorian property law.
Increasing Awareness of Climate Change Legal Issues
The LIV is calling for
Development of an appropriate legislative framework to tackle climate change, with comprehensive consultation.
Improving Disability Care and Support
The LIV is calling for
A scheme that will improve the quality of life for people with disabilities that profoundly or severely impact on their ability to undertake core activities.