Education & Networking Listing

Recorded 26 February 2021 | Approx Run Time: 4 hours

This video features a keynote address by Fair Work Ombudsman Sandra Parker and explores the latest developments in employment law, the implications of remote working for employees and employers, and managing psycho-social risks within the workplace.

Wellbeing Workplace Workplace Relations 

Recorded 25 February, 04 March and 11 March 2021 | Approx Run Time: 4.5 hours

Focusing on key issues and developments you need to be across in 2021, the Administrative Law Symposium recording is designed to enhance your knowledge and skills to successfully navigate the practice of administrative law.

Administrative Appeals Administrative Tribunals Communication COVID-19 Ethics Interpretation Practice Management Workplace 

Recorded 25 February 2021 | Approx Run Time: 1.5 hours

Designed for Wills & Estates Accredited Specialists and experienced practitioners, this video explores issues that can arise in estate administration. Through the use of real-life case studies and hypothetical scenarios, four highly experienced and respected practitioners take you through the issues that can crop up, lessons they have learned and tips for dealing with the many challenges this area of law can bring.

Continuing Legal Education Succession Wills 

Recorded 25 February 2021 | Approx Run Time: 3 hours

When did you last refresh your knowledge of costs obligations under Uniform Law? In this video, expert Cate Dealehr takes you through the recent costs changes you need to know to hit the ground running in 2021. Discover the ways you can best discuss costs with your clients, explore common ethical issues that arise relating to costs and more, while satisfying your CPD requirements in Ethics & Professional Responsibility, Practice Management & Business Skills and Professional Skills.

Ethics Uniform Laws 

Recorded 22 February 2021 | Run Time: 01:25:03

This interactive panel session reinforces the critical professional competence and practitioners’ duties to their clients. Featuring experts from the Bar, ATO, practice, forensics and ethics, the session discusses emerging developments, considers LPP through the lens of ethics and professional responsibility and discusses the legal and ethical risks and benefits of technology-assisted review. 

ATO Capital Gains Tax COVID-19 Ethics Taxation 

Recorded 24 February 2021 | Run Time: 01:24:15

Designed by Accredited Specialists for Accredited Specialists, this video takes you through the most recent judgements in the Supreme Court on institutional abuse and provides an in-depth look at the practicalities of running these matters, including dealing with events that took place years ago, managing your client and the quantification of pain and suffering.

Justice Personal Injuries 

Recorded 19 February 2021 | Approx Runtime: 6 hours

The 2021 National Costs Law Conference takes a landscape view of topical costing issues and features an impressive line-up of speakers from around Australia and the UK including a special keynote address by the Right Honourable Sir Rupert Jackson (retired Justice of the Court of Appeal of England and Wales) and Master Jennifer James (Costs Judge of the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom).

COVID-19 Ethics Practice & Procedure Uniform Laws 

Recorded 18 Feb 2021 | Run Time: 01:21:25

Retirement village and aged care contracts can be complex documents to navigate and practitioners need to be across the ins and outs of each in order to effectively advise clients. In this video, director of Aged Care and Elder Advice Margaret Harrison deep dives into retirement village and aged care contracts, examining the financial considerations of each and providing essential information to practice effectively in this area.

Aged Persons Succession 

Recorded 31 May 2021 | Approx Run Time: 58 min

Death, serious illness or injury can incapacitate a principal suddenly and does not discriminate – it can happen to anyone, regardless of age, health, lifestyle and other perceived low-risk factors. Appreciate sole practitioners and sole directors of ILPs in regional and suburban Victoria are at more risk of sudden disruption, and documenting a practice contingency plan can assist practitioners create and maintain a sustainable practice.

Practice contingency, succession and continuity plans are designed to respond to the unexpected and to safeguard your practice, clients, investment and family by minimising the disruption on your practice operations and avoiding external intervention.

Courts COVID-19 Ethics Practice & Procedure Practice Management Risk Management Succession Technology 

Recorded 01 June 2021 | Approx Run Time: 1.5 hours

Join Wills & Estates specialists and experienced practitioners to discuss the recent decision Re McGowan & Valentini Trusts [2021] VSC 154. Designed to update your trusts law knowledge and enhance your advisory skills in this area, this session will take you through the key takeaways from this case and give you the information you need to achieve better outcomes for your clients.

Wills 

Recorded 16 June 2021 | Approx Run Time: 45 min

In this webinar, Joel Silver, Barrister, Victorian Bar, provides practical knowledge by analysing the legislation ensuring you are competent in providing timely advice and prevent serious financial consequences for your practice and your clients.

Litigation Lunchtime Learning Series 

Recorded 29 June 2021 | Approx Run Time: 1 hour

Designed for personal injury Accredited Specialists and experienced practitioners, this session takes you through the complexities of dealing with a public liability case, covering both the technical legal issues in a public liability matter and the presentation skills required.

Interviews Personal Injuries Practice & Procedure 

Recorded 28 June 2021 | Approx Run Time: 1 hour

Designed to address the specific concerns of lawyers who practise in regional and suburban Victoria, this session examines how to best assist your client in preparing for mediation, techniques for productively advocating for you client in a mediation, and ways to use the mediator effectively.

Communication Mediation 

Recorded 27 July 2021 | Approx Run Time: 1 hour

This facilitated panel discussion \ on COVID vaccinations and the workplace featuring Ian Neil SC, addresses the critical questions you are facing regarding vaccinations and offers insights into how to advise on these issues and best support your clients through this time. Our panellists also address recent case law on this issue and identify best practices.

COVID-19 Health Lunchtime Learning Series Risk Management 

Recorded 28 July 2021 | Approx Run Time: 1 hour

Learn how changes to the ATO Guidelines will apply from 1 July 2021 and receive expert advice on how to alleviate potential practice risks.

ATO Lunchtime Learning Series Practice Management