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Where a client owes money on one matter and asks for the file along with files of other matters do I have a lien on these files?
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Are your costs adequately secured?
Destroying Client Files - Dec 08 Proctor
Destroy, destroying and destruction: what to do when you don’t have written consent to destroy your client’s file?
He who terminates is lost: The limits of the security offered by a solicitor's possessory lien
Mine or yours. Proctor Nov 2011
Safe custody – valuable asset or pain in the posterior?
The subpoena to produce, the former client and the lien
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Beware of the Leopard: How safe must safe custody be?
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Are there any guidelines for witnessing an enduring power of attorney (EPA)?
Assessment of capacity Disciplinary issues and potential liability - Proctor March 2009
Clare Endicott - Client Capacity & Professional Standards - QLS Elder Law Conference 2009
Ford disciplinary report summary - Proctor Nov 08
Guidelines for Witnessing Enduring Documents (Aug 2013)
Lawyers powers of attorney and cheques tips and traps - Proctor Jul 2013
P. Sheehy - Managing family law clients with complex needs - QLS Family Law Residential 2007
I have doubts about my client’s capacity – what should I do?
Ethical Considerations for Duty Lawyers representing Mentally Impaired Persons by Joseph Briggs LAQ
I have received instructions from a third party (e.g. a relative of my client). Can I act for them?
Accepting instructions from joint clients
Check the client has authority to sue
Is an attorney entitled to collect a principal’s original will from your safe custody or to take a copy?
The obligation of disclosure to clients with mental disability
Making due enquiry as to a testator’s testamentary capacity
Ethical duties when instructions received from debt collection or mercantile agents
Does the cab-rank rule apply to solicitors?
Queensland Handbook for Practitioners on Legal Capacity
Clear and Present Instructions
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Ryan v Dalton; Estate of Ryan [2017] NSWSC 1007 – Testamentary capacity
Capacity to make a Will and Enduring Power of Attorney: Issues new and old
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Can I provide a second opinion to a client where another solicitor is currently acting for that client?
What if the other solicitor’s client contacts me to discuss the matter?
What is the rule about communicating with the client of another solicitor?
The inherent jurisdiction to restrain a lawyer from continuing to act in a matter
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To Cc or Bcc, that is the question – email, etiquette and ethics
Self-represented Litigants: Guidelines for solicitors
Completion or termination of engagement
Ethics in Criminal Trials by Peter J Davis SC, Hearsay, Issue 55, April 2012
Be clear as to grounds to terminate a retainer
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I have received a statutory notice requiring me to produce client information or documents. What should I do?
My client has threatened to assault someone, and I think they mean it. What should I do?
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Can I disclose information for the purpose of preventing imminent serious physical harm to my client or another person?
Can impressions be confidential information?
Confidences - a question of succession
Ethics and protection of confidentiality in a digital world
Ethics scenario - Confidentiality, termination of retainer and capacity
Keeping secrets - or not
Loose Lips Sink Ships
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My client has threatened self-harm and I think they mean it. What should I do?
Ethical issues when using social media
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Warning – Google powered voice recognition may have a catastrophic privacy flaw
What is the rule about confidentiality?
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Is an Attorney entitled to collect a Principal’s original documents from your safe custody or to obtain a copy?
Guidance note on Disputed Wills (contested probate matters)
Can an executor require me to hand over my will instruction file?
Confidentiality, competency and the retainer – an ethical teaser
Is your password weak or compromised?
Closed courts have open ears
WannaCRYpt ransomware – Just the tip of the cyber risk to law firms
Can I keep information from my client for their own good?
Confidentiality – information in the public domain
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QLS Cybersecurity Starter Guide
Cybercrime and additional caution re EFTs
Cyber criminals successfully divert Qld Solicitor’s trust transfers
First response checklist for law firms subjected to a cyber incident
Not all Security is Cyber
Is it Ethical (or legal) for law firms to pay cyber-ransom?
Is your email being automatically forwarded to Cybercriminals?
QLS Cybersecurity pilot program
Attacks on law firm data heating up: New threats and some practical tips to defeat them
Scam warning from the President of the Queensland Law Society
QLS Guide: Android security for lawyers
QLS Guide: Cybersecurity risk assessment tool for small law firms
QLS Guide: How to stop cybercriminals stealing your client’s money
QLS Guide: Information security on the road
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QLS Guide: Removable data storage best practice for law firms
Template password policy for law firms
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What documents on my file are privileged?
What is the law on legal professional privilege?
Are your timesheets giving away client secrets?
Disclosure in Family Law Cases - Getting It Right
Disclosure part two: privileged documents
Foreign in-house counsel and legal professional privilege
In-house solicitors – does advice need an independent character?
It’s been a privilege. Or has it?
Legal Professional Privilege: what is it?
The police have a search warrant for the files of one of my clients. What do I do?
What is the rule about who is entitled to inspect and have a copy of the will of a deceased person?
Search Warrants and Statutory Notices to Produce Documents
Checklist for solicitors served with a statutory notice to produce documents
Pre 28 February 2017 - Execution of Search Warrant on Solicitor’s Premises - Queensland Police Procedure
Guidelines effective from 28 February 2017 on Execution of Search Warrants by Queensland Police Services on Solicitors' Offices
Conflict concerning a solicitors own interests
Can I accept a gift from a client?
Executors Commissions paper by Angela Cornford-Scott QLS Symposium March 2010
Case: LSC v Dore (LPT 2006) Executors commissions without consent
Acting for friends and family
Conflict of duties concerning current clients
The Honourable Justice Philip McMurdo – QLS Senior Counsellors' Conference 2017 - "Legal Ethics – Recent Appellate Cases"
Has QLS an official position on Collaborative Law?
Information Barrier Guidelines* (‘Chinese Walls’)
Should I act for both a buyer and a seller in a conveyancing transaction?
When duties collide
The client and informed choice
Multiple clients, divided loyalty - reducing the risks in concurrent representation
Will Instructions – Potential for Conflict
Don’t get caught between the devil and the deep blue sea – when duties collide
Multiple clients: Confidentiality and conflict – does your retainer protect you?
‘Undivided loyalty’ – the perception and the reality
Playing with fire – Multiple client representation
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Successive representation - the tension between the duty to protect confidences and the duty to disclose
Can I cross examine a former client?
Conflict resolution steps checklist
Information Barrier Guidelines (LIV & LSNSW) adopted by QLS Council
'Chinese Walls' on the rise
Conflicts in family law proceedings – a more pragmatic test
Mirror wills – what you should consider if one client wishes to engage you after they split?
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Costs Disputes
Disclosure
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Delivery of electronic bills
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In a civil dispute, can I threaten to report the other party to the police if they don’t comply with my client’s demands?
Can I claim legal costs in a letter of demand?
Sampson case - Proctor Mar 2012
Legitimate advocacy
In a conveyance the parties have agreed to a rebate of the purchase price on settlement. What should I do?
Conveyancing - Misrepresentation of the purchase price
Pay up or I’m Telling!
Civility is the essence of being an advocate and a professional
Dealing with the regulatory authority
Are there steps I can take to reduce the chance of complaints?
How does someone make a complaint about a solicitor?
Can I threaten to report another party’s solicitor to the QLS or LSC if they won't reply?
What should I do if I receive a complaint letter from the Legal Services Commission (LSC) or Queensland Law Society (QLS)?
Responding to a complaint from the Legal Services Commission
The Complaint Process – Legal Services Commission
Delinquent or guilty clients
What do I do if my client confesses guilt to me but wants to plead not guilty?
An Ethical Conundrum - Does Rule 30 of the ASCR require a defence lawyer to disclose a clients prior convictions when the prosecution has failed to do so?
What do I do if my client is not guilty but wants to plead guilty?
I have learned that my client has lied when giving evidence before a court. What are my duties?
Dishonest and disreputable conduct
Personal pressures may lead to professional consequences
The Making of a Good Lawyer - R. Mortensen March 2010
Solicitors behaving badly – private disputes, professional consequences
MG Adamson v Queensland Law Society Incorporated [2017] QCAT 355
Duty to the court
What can I do if there is a delay in the delivery of a court judgment?
Access to witnesses and fairness to an opposing party
Address by the Hon. Justice Margaret McMurdo AC to the QLS Senior Counsellors Conference 2013
Can a defence lawyer undertake contact with complainants in criminal matters?
Duty to the Court by Kylie Downes SC, Proctor February 2010
Ethics in the Court Room - J. Baulch SC QLS CLE presentation July 2008
Justice White speech - Legal Profession Dinner 22 February 2013
Misleading statements
Ten tips for better advocacy
The Hon Justice Margaret McMurdo AC - "Lawyers duties: A view from the judiciary"
Dirty laundry online by Stafford Shepherd - Proctor March 2012
The Making of a Good Lawyer - R. Mortensen March 2010 Powerpoints
Deliberative Model
Ethics & the Rule of Law: M. Daubney NQLA Conference June 2007
Model Litigant Proctor Article
Bain (deceased) & Bain (No.3) [2016] FamCA 662
The Hon. Chief Justice Catherine Holmes – Admissions ceremony – 1 August 2016 – 10.30am Session
The Hon. Chief Justice Catherine Holmes - Opening Address to QLS Senior Counsellors' Conference 19 August 2016 257633
Solicitors not to mislead adjudicators
Formality before the court
"Good morning, your Honour" Judge Wall speech from the Central Qld Law Association Conference 2012
Frankness in Court
Interlocutory applications: Duties to court, client & colleague
When you must advocate against your client
Fundamental ethical duties
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“Well they started it!”
Bragging is for the Boardroom
Brad Pitt Works Here!*
Will Danger, Robinson! (with apologies to Lost In Space fans)
You’ve Got Mail…
Extreme weather conditions
Guidance for law practices affected by flooding or extreme weather conditions
Inadvertent disclosure
Inadvertent disclosure and your duty to the administration of justice
What is inadvertent disclosure?
Independence - avoidance of personal bias
Walking the line - when does aggressive advocacy become unprofessional conduct?
Opposition access to witnesses
Can a defence lawyer undertake contact with complainants in criminal matters?
Access to witnesses and fairness to an opposing party
Public comment during current proceedings
Can I talk to the media about one of my cases?
Responsible use of court process and privilege
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"I pay you... just get on with it" - Supervising employees for fun and profit
Should restricted practitioners be engaged as contractors?
Admitted but not holding a current practising certificate – what can I sign and call myself?
Queensland Law Society (QLS) Limitation of Liability Scheme
Keep an eye on supervision
The Graduate
What’s in a name?
Undertakings
“Implied undertakings” - use of documents obtained by discovery or court process
A solicitor’s undertaking - a matter of honour?
Left holding the baby? – disputed funds in trust
Keeping track of Undertakings
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Non-Binding Ethics Ruling (2016) 1
Request a Non-Binding Ethics Ruling
Non-Binding Ethics Ruling (2018) 2
Non-Binding Ethics Ruling (2018) 3
Guidance Statements
Guidance Statement No. 1 - Undertakings
Guidance Statement No. 2 - Ongoing Costs Disclosure
Guidance Statement No. 3 - Paying Referral fees and Rule 12.4.4 Australian Solicitors Conduct Rules 2012
Guidance Statement No. 4 - Receiving Referral fees and Rule 12.4.3 Australian Solicitors Conduct Rules 2012
Guidance Statement No. 5 – Witnessing Enduring Powers of Attorney
Guidance Statement No. 6 - Form of Delivery for Client Documents
Guidance Statement No. 7 - Limited scope representation in dispute resolution
Guidance Statement No. 8 - Termination of a retainer
Guidance Statement No. 9 - Dealing with Self-represented Litigants
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Guidance Statement No. 13 – Proceeds of crime compliance and Anti-Money Laundering
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Family Law Regulations, Family Court form and fee changes
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2011-12 Advocacy Annual highlights another stellar year
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New REIQ Contract Versions Now Available - Swimming Pool Legislation
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Welcome to your new website!
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Media release: Queensland Law Society names the government’s shame
Media release: Offender penalty costs to hit taxpayers’ pockets
Position vacant: Ethics Solicitor
Media release: Government leaves rent in Tenants’ Union funding
QLS office closure - Wednesday 15 August
QLS police referral list and nomination form
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September issue of Proctor available online now for member!
QLS Vacancy: Manager - Learning & Professional Development
State budget 2012-13 highlights
Media release: Reporting Bureau closure a concern for confidentiality
Media release: The vulnerable vetoed in court cuts
President's video - September 2012
Judicial appointments welcome
Media release: Queensland Law Society urges AG to reconsider on NLPR
2012 Agnes McWhinney Award
October edition of Proctor available online
Retention of Lawyers in the Regions: Queensland
Equity, diversity & flexibility
Notice of Annual General Meeting
Yearly account of accomplishments
Melbourne Cup - A Spring Affair
Childrens Law paper – a voice for the vulnerable
QLS speeds up delayed judgments process
Difference between the ASCR 2012 and Solicitors Rule 2007
November 2012 Proctor
Media release: Queensland Child Protection Commission of Inquiry
Agnes McWhinney Award Winner 2012
2012 Woman Lawyer of the Year Awards
The Hon Justice Margaret McMurdo AC - Lawyers duties: A view from the judiciary
Position vacant – Graduate Policy Solicitor
Media release: Concerns over proposed synthetic drug classification
Media release: 20 years of shame of 17 year olds in prison
Media release: Property law gets some modern love
Proctor December 2012
Transitional issue in lodging development applications
Childrens law – new online resources
We are delighted to present our inaugural President’s Medal
QLS media release: Weakness in tough on crime approach
Law Foundation-Queensland 2011-12 annual report
Media release: Welcome relief for families in dispute
Admission sittings for January 2013
Christmas closing period for the Supreme Court Library
QLS Christmas closing times
Welcome to our new President
Guidance note for members whose law practices are affected by recent flooding and extreme weather conditions
Proctor February 2013
Government change to benefit thousands of Queensland
Update on transitional issue in lodging development applications
Police Referral List 2013
QLS media release: LAWASIA moves headquarters
Proctor March 2013
Global Rein exposes challenges
QLS position vacant: Advertising Executive
Drug laws high on ambiguity
Resourceful Symposium attracts the best minds
Media release: QLS counsels a considered approach to CJs proposed changes
Will precedents guide volume 4
Legal guide for primary producers
We are hiring! Position: Advertising Executive
Media release: Unexplained wealth law a mystery
We are hiring: Membership and Marketing Manager
Media release: JP (Quals) could compound dispute unease
Brave new webinar world
May edition of Proctor available online now for members!
QLS proposes move from stat body
Helpdesk Officer
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QLS Annual Ball 2013
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Government legal officers and practising certificates
Media release - Nothing broken with workers compensation
Proctor June 2013
Proctor reader survey 2013
Proctor July 2013
Plan for partnership with the profession
Queensland Law Society quoted extensively during Queensland Parliament sitting this week
QLS Symposium 2014 – save the date
Justice and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2013
Be part of the big picture – join a QLS committee
Queensland Law Society venue facilities
Significant changes to Qld workers’ compensation scheme announced today
Executive overreach a danger to all
2013 Council election results are in!
Change to the Supreme Court Applications List start time
Amendments to the Queensland Building and Construction Commission Act 2013
Scorecard a first for the profession
Brave step for grave problem
Magistrate appointments a welcome gift to the bench
Restrictive practices no restraint on humane treatment
President’s Medal silver lining to five-year nightmare
Symmetry in Chief Justice’s Governor appointment
Harsher punishment does not reduce youth crime
Youth justice changes – possible commencement tomorrow (27 March 2014)
Youth Justice and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2014 commences today
Policy paper launch to unpack mandatory sentencing issues
QLS welcomes Solicitor-General and Electoral Commissioner appointments
Law Week 2014 12-18 May – Celebrating the legal profession
Relocation of Brisbane Children's Court
Amalgamation of Migration Review Tribunal and Refugee Review Tribunal
Call for comments - Inquiry on strategies to prevent and reduce criminal activity in Queensland
Queensland Law Society welcomes Chief Justice appointment
Access to Justice Scorecard survey – your say on our justice system
New Magistracy appointments
Queensland Law Society annual report awarded for insight
Safer strategies needed for Safe Night Out
Inquiry should address crime, not just punishment
Legal profession mourns death of Cedric Hampson QC
Legal assistance sector project funding
Queensland young solicitor wins national award
Major events law no cause for celebration
Burst water pipe closes Brisbane Magistrates Court
Back to work at Brisbane Magistrates Court
Legal professions changing face
QLS welcomes Judge Kerry O’Brien to new appointment
Leading light leaves the bench
QLS welcomes timely new appointments
Regional legal pioneer recognised for leadership
New property legislative scheme to commence on 1 December 2014
Parties heed policy call
Honours recognise legal contributions to our community
Queensland Law Society welcomes Attorney-General appointment
New courts role
What is inadvertent disclosure?
If I have overseas qualifications but no practising certificate, how can I describe myself?
Beware of phone hoax
Queensland Law Society discusses opportunities provided by the China-Australia Free Trade Agreement
Queensland Law Society announces appointment of new CEO Amelia Hodge
1215 and all that … Magna Carta 800 years on
Media release - Queensland legal leaders honoured by the Queen
QCAT appointments
QLS annual report wins ARA silver
Chief Justice resignation announced today
State Budget initiatives align with Queensland Law Society’s Call to Parties
Queensland Law Society welcomes appointment of CCC chair
Brisbane RNA People’s Day Public Holiday
Queensland Law Society assists members with childcare needs
Queensland Law Society welcomes Not Now, Not Ever announcement
QLS welcomes new student ambassadors
Queensland Law Society welcomes first female Chief Justice
Courts security screening now mandatory
Queensland Law Society welcomes appointment of three magistrates
Notice of Admission Sittings - Townsville
Notice of Admission Sittings - Rockhampton
Queensland Law Society announces Council election outcome
Queensland Law Society welcomes judicial and DPP appointments
Scam call alert
Notice of admission sitting - Rockhampton
Notice of admission sitting - Cairns
Notice of admission sitting - Townsville
Notice of admission sitting - Brisbane
Queensland Law Society welcomes a permanent Federal Circuit Court judge for Rockhampton
Legal Practitioners Fidelity Guarantee Fund: submission of claims in relation to Biddle Lawyers.
Queensland Law Society president joins Law Council of Australia Executive
Supreme Court White Ribbon Day Breakfast Monday 23 November 2015 – featuring high-profile presenters
Queensland Law Society welcomes youth justice reforms
Queensland Law Society welcomes changes to Penalties and Sentences Act and Youth Justice Act
Christmas closing times
Opinion editorial by Queensland Law Society president-elect, Bill Potts
Queensland Law Society supports the fight against domestic and family violence
Changes to Law Society House member lounge access – Friday 18 December only
A message to members from 2016 Queensland Law Society president Bill Potts
Queensland Law Society urges preventative approach in response to increasing coward punch attacks
Opinion editorial by Queensland Law Society president Bill Potts
Establishment of a Queensland judicial commission
Notice of February admission sitting - Brisbane
Notice of February admission sitting - Cairns
Notice of February admission sitting - Rockhampton
Queensland Law Society welcomes short-term funding but the fiscal cliff looms
Notice of admission sitting - Townsville 19 February 2016
Queensland Law Society supports national campaign on legal assistance
Welcomed support for domestic violence victims
Queensland Law Society welcomes Federal Circuit Court judge for Rockhampton
Notice of admission sitting - Rockhampton, 11 March 2016
Opinion editorial by Queensland Law Society president Bill Potts - 10 February
Queensland Law Society CEO supports Women’s Legal Service through dance
Queensland Law Society cautiously welcomes Narcotic Drugs Amendment Bill
Queensland Law Society welcomes legislation to tackle alcohol-fuelled violence
Domestic violence research funding welcomed
Medal honours Morcombe family lawyer
Queensland Law Society applauds Federal Family Court judge
Indigenous incarceration costs almost double price of uni education
Queensland needs more Family Court judges: QLS
Ninth death of an Australian woman in 2016 unacceptable: QLS
Inspired appointment to Queensland's District Court
1 April 2016 Notice of Admission Sittings - Townsville
Cairns 1 April 2016 Notice of Admission Sittings - Townsville
Notice of Admission Sitting 11 April 2016 - Brisbane
Notice of Admission Sitting 18 April 2016 - Rockhampton
QLS members appointed to high-office roles
QLS announces up to 20 percent reduction in annual insurance levies
QLS welcomes release of taskforce report into anti-bikie laws
QLS applauds extra police funding to fight organised crime
Notice of Admission Sitting 6 May - Townsville
QLS backs plan for common law rights as part of NIIS
Notice of Admission Sitting 23 May 2016 - Rockhampton
Notice of Admission Sitting 23 May 2016 - Cairns
Notice of Admission Sitting 6 June 2016 - Brisbane
High Court decision clarifies lawyer obligations
Opinion editorial by Queensland Law Society president Bill Potts - 20 May
Notice of Admission Sitting 24 June - Townsville
Notice of Admission Sitting 20 June 2016 - Rockhampton
Notice of Admission Sitting 24 June 2016 - Cairns
Changes to vegetation clearance laws unjust and backward: QLS
Opinion editorial by Queensland Law Society president, Bill Potts - July 2016
Notice of Admission Sitting 1 August 2016 - Brisbane
Notice of Admission Sitting 29 July 2016 - Cairns
Notice of Admission Sitting 28 July - Townsville
QLS begins work on Reconciliation Action Plan
Notice of Admission Sitting 22 August 2016 - Rockhampton
Notice of Admission Sitting 16 September - Townsville
Notice of Admission Sitting 16 September 2016 - Cairns
Notice of Admission Sitting 10 October 2016 - Brisbane
Notice of Admission Sitting 10 October 2016 - Rockhampton
QLDs commitment to acknowledge the pain of abuse victims a step forward: QLS
Access for all Australians key to family law review
First Queensland solicitor appointed to District Court retires leaving indelible legacy
Transparency in DV data a welcome move for Queenslanders
Funding for justice much needed in State Budget
Australia’s first modern slavery bill the first step: QLS
Funding for high-risk DV unit welcome: QLS
Property law reform makes solicitors tax collectors
QLS backs recommendations to overhaul youth justice system
QLS says referral of controversial Bill to sack Ipswich City Council to committee a wise and necessary step
ID cards for court – Queensland ahead of the game
Bail support for Qld youth a step forward: QLS
QLS call for change from new PM
QLS backs calls for a national judicial commission
Get ready Queensland practitioners: storm season ahead
QLS urges patience for storm-ridden NQ
QLS urges patience for storm-ridden FNQ
Access to justice: we can do better
Human Rights Bill for Queensland
Offender Levy commences on Tuesday, 21 August 2012
More mandatory sentencing
Media release: Society welcomes permanent guardian system appointments
How do experienced lawyers prepare a complex costs estimate?
Guidance for law practices affected by flooding or extreme weather conditions
Ethics and client confidentiality in a digital world
Self-reporting obligations under the Legal Profession Act 2007 (‘LPA’)
Cyclone Debbie weather event amplifies need to adequately fund Queensland CLCs
Post-cyclone information: settlements, court closures & support
Amendments to external examinations of trust records
Presidents update - 5 April 2017
QLS remembers the great contribution of leading legal light – former Justice Martin Moynihan
Notice of Admission Sitting 2 May 2017 - Brisbane
Notice of Admission Sitting 12 May 2017 - Cairns
Notice of Admission Sitting 12 May 2017 - Townsville
Notice of Admission Sitting 15 May 2017 - Rockhampton
QLS president embarks on tour to help rebuild cyclone-affected regions
ATO webinar: Requesting client tax documents via the business portal
Presidents update - 12 April 2017
Cyclones and CLCs
Presidents update - 19 April 2017
QLS calls on government to explain delays in judicial appointments
Reinstatement of previous funding appreciated: QLS
Avoiding the fiscal cliff but still on the edge
Get ready for renewals – renew online from May 2
Presidents update - 26 April 2017
QLS applauds government funding to implement youth detention recommendations
Historically low claims against solicitors lead to third fee reduction
Invitation to provide comments – WHS, Fair Work
Presidents update - 3 May 2017
Legal Aid’s choice of former COA President as their chair an inspired appointment: QLS
Further magistrate appointments a welcome announcement for Queensland’s justice system: QLS
Are you experiencing burnout?
Invitation to provide comments – Personalised transport, Fair Work
Presidents update - 10 May 2017
Much-needed safety net for CLCs very welcome: QLS
QLS praises state government move to expunge historical gay convictions
Closed courts have open ears
Invitation to nominate for rural mediator accreditation
Warning on new email scam
Invitation to provide comments – Gasfields Commission, child protection
WannaCRYpt ransomware – Just the tip of the cyber risk to law firms
Presidents update - 17 May 2017
The Graduate
Notice of Admission Sitting 12 June 2017 - Brisbane
Notice of Admission Sitting 16 June 2017 - Rockhampton
Notice of Admission Sitting 23 June 2017 - Cairns
Notice of Admission Sitting 23 June 2017 - Townsville
Invitation to provide comments – Schools accreditation, homosexual convictions
Presidents update - 24 May 2017
QLS says “claim farming’’ is both unethical and breach of solicitors conduct rules
Federal Court crime practice note
Final reminder – external examination reports 2017
Invitation to provide comments – Parole Bill, labour hire, torture convention
Presidents update - 31 May 2017
QLS pays tribute to selfless service of QPS Senior Constable Brett Forte
Amended DV legislation in effect
Foreign resident CGT withholding changes
Invitation to provide comments – Labour hire, building product safety, torture convention
Presidents update - 7 June 2017
QLS announces trial to raise awareness of widespread hidden elder abuse
Return of drug courts will help addicts and reduce crime: QLS
Stamping out the scourge of DV one specialist court at a time: QLS
OSRconnect changes 1 July
Invitation to provide comments – Land access, intimate images, torture convention
Child and Youth Court Liaison Service
Presidents update - 14 June 2017
Delivery of electronic bills
QLS welcomes Budget funding for justice issues June 2017
Beware of dodgy legal advice: QLS
QLS Essentials Conference 2017
ATO webinar: Foreign resident CGT changes
AAT fees to increase
EHP to announce fee increases
Invitation to provide comments – Nature conservation, torture convention
Budget changes: First Home Owners Grant, land tax, AFAD and more
Presidents update - 21 June 2017
QLS disappointment over conduct of high-profile criminal solicitor Tim Meehan
Appointment of former solicitor to senior judicial position very welcome: QLS
Updated REIQ contracts now available - July 2017
Notice of Admission Sitting 17 July 2017 - Rockhampton
Survey: Independent Children’s Lawyer training
QLS salutes appointment of former solicitor as new Federal Administrative Appeals Tribunal president
Presidents update - 28 June 2017
What’s in a name?
Access to Justice Scorecard survey 2017
Invitation to provide comments – Wildlife reserves, aged care accreditation, action on ice
Notice of Admission Sitting 28 July 2017 - Townsville
Presidents update - 5 July 2017
Peak legal body moving forward towards reconciliation
Invitation to provide comments – Aged care accreditation, action on ice
Presidents update - 12 July 2017
Notice of Admission Sitting 4 August 2017 - Cairns
Notice of Admission Sitting 7 August 2017 - Brisbane
First response checklist for law firms subjected to a cyber incident
Criminal lawyer deserves harsh penalty for illegal conduct: QLS
Invitation to provide comments – Aged care, Indigenous children, tax compliance
Presidents update - 19 July 2017
Appointment of former solicitor to Land Court of Queensland an excellent example to profession: QLS
QLS calls for second-hand law books to donate to the Office of the Public Solicitor in Port Moresby
QLS praises funding for independent crime stats
Invitation to provide comments – Indigenous children, tax compliance
Elder abuse awareness campaign update
Presidents update - 26 July 2017
Notice of Admission Sitting 21 August 2017 - Rockhampton
Notice of Admission Sitting 25 August 2017 - Townsville
Amendments to Legal Profession Act
Invitation to provide comments – Financial competition, Indigenous children
Presidents update - 2 August 2017
President Christine Smyth welcomes the opening of the new Legal Aid Office at Southport
QLS backs changes to legislation protecting community from nefarious tow-truck operations
Pretend “Gumtree” lawyer’s bark muzzled by court to the tune of $2,500
Invitation to provide comments – ASIC intercepts, PD9 of 2007, financial competition
Are you ready to take up the mantle?
Presidents update - 9 August 2017
Cyber criminals successfully divert Qld Solicitor’s trust transfers
QLS praises Victorian Government for appointment of first solicitor to top role
Notice of Admission Sitting 8 September - Rockhampton
New QLS REIQ contract – Commercial Tenancy Agreement
Invitation to provide comments – Housing, child protection, financial competition
President’s update - 17 August 2017
Elder abuse awareness campaign garners support from community
Take control of your affairs - a will does not cover everything
Mates Rates = Dire Straits
Aussie lawyers win World Cup
Invitation to provide comments child protection housing
Laws already exist to handle so-called offences of “industrial manslaughter”: QLS
Presidents update - 23 August 2017
Equality before law: Queensland’s peak legal body cites deficiency in current marriage laws
LawCare Top prevention tips for lawyers
Invitation to provide comments financial system
Presidents update 30 August 2017
QLS Senior Counsellors Conference
Legal Profession Regulation 2017 commences
Presidents update - 6 September 2017
Perfectionism – good or bad?
OSRconnect changes from 3 October
QLS seeks chief executive officer
Note on Supreme Court Practice Direction 14 of 2017
Invitation to provide comments – Government Property Law Review
Presidents update - 13 September 2017
QLS welcomes move to remove 17-year-olds from adult prisons
QLS says more CLC funding necessary to ensure access to justice
QLS demands Fed Govt fund Robina Community Legal Centre
New OSR forms available 20 Sep 2017
Interest on Judgments Practice Note
Invitation to provide comments – Mining, Family Court, Action of Ice
Expressions of interest: Join a QLS Policy Committee
New Queensland legislation website
QLS Council election voting opens next week
New Federal Court Practice Direction - Interest on Judgments Practice Note (GPN-INT)
OSRconnect changes are coming
QLS Council election – voting open
Probate and advertising requirement changes
QLS backs former prominent judge’s call to maintain legal aid funding
Discourteous and offensive behaviour
QLS welcomes Supreme Court Justice’s appointment as QCAT president
QLS annual report tabled
QLS Council election – time is running out
Student engagement and QLS: LawLink
Notice for members: BUPA
QLS backs government move on gun reform
Court appointments welcome but numbers still critically low: QLS
Expressions of Interest for the Appeal Costs Board
Eight new magistrates a good start to better access to justice in Queensland: QLS
QLS announces Council election results
DocuSign scam warning
Recognising and responding to mental health challenges
Inaugural meeting: Reconciliation and First Nations Advancement
Updates to Land Title Practice Manual published
2018 Specialist Accreditation program
QLS function rooms for hire
Presidents update - 18 October 2017
The ethical boundaries of a solicitor’s right to take security for fees
QLS president recognised for outstanding leadership
Advocacy update and invitation to provide comments
Call for expressions of interest to join a QLS Policy Committee
QLS applauds laws to bring back state’s drug courts
QLDs legal profession flags key election issues
Calling all property and conveyancing solicitors
Advocacy update and invitation to provide comments 1 Nov 2017
The final LawLink session for 2017
Presidents update - 1 November 2017
A mislabelled file ends three careers: some practical steps to avoid e-discovery disasters
RSVP for the Annual General Meeting
E-conveyancing membership survey now open – closing 24 November 2017
Court of Appeal two-monthly sitting system
New building and safety laws are now in effect
Not for Profit Panel Discussion
Presidents update - 8 November 2017
QLS calls on political parties to appoint more solicitors to judicial roles
State political parties must create judicial commission to ensure a robust and accountable judiciary for all Queenslanders says QLS
Statement re CCC charges
2018 QLS Legal Profession Dinner and Awards - a catalyst for career progression
Presidents update - 15 November 2017
QLS demands 2017 electoral commitment to ongoing funding and roll out of DV courts
QLS defends integrity of magistrates court
Not all Security is Cyber
Presidents update - 22 November 2017
Changes to Federal Circuit Court forms
Presidents update - 29 November 2017
Lord Atkin: from Queensland to the House of Lords
Presidents update - 6 December 2017
Titles Registry update – settlement notices can only be deposited up to 22 December 2017
Changes to Sexual Assault Counselling privilege
Website maintenance 3 February 2018
Is it Ethical (or legal) for law firms to pay cyber-ransom?
Beware of the Leopard: How safe must safe custody be?
Foreign resident capital gains withholding
Streamlining Criminal Justice Committee: Working group (Bail)
Lexon risk alert cyber criminals
Queensland Titles Registry Christmas/New Year closure
Pre-order your Queensland Legal Yearbook 2016 today
Court Link commences operation in Brisbane Magistrates Court
Presidents update - 13 December 2017
QLS congratulates former president on appointment to Family Court
QLS Ethics Centre holiday contact
Presidents update - 17 January 2018
Criminal courts, Easter 2018 and the Commonwealth Games
Making professional development easy
Regional Services Outlet project
Volunteer family law solicitors needed
Security bulletin – unattended bags in court buildings
Lawyers in child safety service centres
University of Queensland Human Research Ethics Committee membership
Building resilience and managing difficult clients and colleagues
Award spotlight: QLS Equity and Diversity - Equity Advocate Award
FCC seeks family law mediators
CPD year ends soon!
Practice Direction 1 of 2018
ReelTime return to present on unconscious bias!
QLS says youth justice reforms long time coming but necessary
New FIRB guidance released on acquisition of agricultural land by foreign investors
Seeking volunteer solicitors
Court changes - Commonwealth Game
Historic changes to youth justice
Reminder – National Mortgage Form transition ends on 2 March 2018
Anniversary of the apology to the stolen generation
Data breach reporting regime
Review of the Australian Solicitors’ Conduct Rules
Abstracts invited Domestic and Family Violence Symposium
Online requests currently unavailable Supreme Court Library
Regional appointment most welcome: QLS
QLS JobConnector currently unavailable
Access to QLS JobConnector restored
ACCC announces compliance and enforcement priorities for 2018
Roma workshop
QLS welcomes new CEO
Land Access Ombudsman
Family Law Amendment 2018 Measures No. 1 Rules 2018
QLS president warns of court closures for GC2018
New Queensland Judgments website
What do you need from Supreme Court Library Queensland
Introduction to conveyancing
Recent Advocacy in Industrial Law
Presidents update - 14 March 2018
Congratulations to QLS Legal Profession Award winners for 2018
Cyber crime trust account deficiency obligation
What to do if you become aware of claim farming
The External Examination period is due to end on 31 March 2018
Welcome to the Supreme Court of Queensland
Requesting your feedback - Redeveloping the REIQ contract templates
Childrens Court Act 1992 Form 25 - Affidavit
Indicative reprints of legislation
Queensland appoints first indigenous judge
Access LawCares new online space
Queenslanders below the poverty line denied access to justice
Bragging is for the Boardroom
Commonwealth Games reminder - court changes business and transport delays
Access to Justice Scorecard Survey 2017 - report
ALRC Pathways to Justice inquiry
Recent advocacy successes April
Presidents update - 11 April 2018
Elizabeth Shearer appointed to Professional Standards Council
New labour hire licensing regulations
Security screening at the High Court of Australia
Trust account reporting Law practice declaration
Recent advocacy engagement and submissions
QLS welcomes appointment of new Townsville Federal Circuit Court judge
Expressions of interest Speakers for QLS succession and elder law conference
Advocacy submissions and tabled parliamentary committee reports
Presidents update - 9 May 2018
Use of the term principal - request for feedback
QLS members advised to steer clear of claim farming
QLS encourages public to always trust a solicitor
QLS says Federal Budget funding for Elder Abuse initiatives a good start
Will Danger, Robinson! (with apologies to Lost In Space fans)
More legal aid funding for nation’s most vulnerable
LawRight: Enforcement hearing service
QLS supports equal justice in tragic circumstances
External examination reports 2018 lodgment reminder
National Reconciliation Week 2018 dont keep history a mystery
QLS to extend free legal advice panel
Recent advocacy submissions May 2018
Titles Registry list of common requisitions relating to land access agreements
Notice to claimants in relation to Buck Rigley and Associates
Presidents update - 6 June 2018
Advocacy submissions - May 2018
Celebrate, recognise and socialise
Western Australia to join Legal Profession Uniform Law scheme
Advocacy submissions June 2018
Updates to standard REIQ property sale contracts June July 2018
Queensland industrial manslaughter laws countdown to 1 July
Labour Hire Licensing update
Reminder to practitioners restrictions on filed material
Court regional services outlet project update
Reminder to avoid claim farming
Legal policy submissions June 2018
Expert assistance pilot commencing 2 July 2018
Amendments to the Child Protection Act 1999
Stamping out claim farming
New REIQ contracts comparison tables now available
REIQ contracts new editions now available
Updated REIQ contracts and ATO information now available
Claim farming submission update
Legal policy submissions 4 July 2018
Presidents update - 4 July 2018
Salutation or opening salvo?
Changes to monetary entitlements for personal injury and workers compensation
Administrative Appeals Tribunal fee changes from 1 July 2018
Legal policy submissions - 11 July 2018
Legal policy submissions - 18 July 2018
Additional information on GST at settlement measures now available
Queensland Police warn of new scam targeting lawyers
Parliamentary public hearing
Legal policy submissions - 25 July 2018
Queensland Governments plan to eliminate claim farming welcome but not timely
Presidents update 1 Aug 2018
Are you working without a practising certificate?
PEXA residential seller guarantee
Legal policy reform 16 Aug 2018
Mineral, Water and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2018
The PEXA hack new security guidelines
Legal policy reform 22 Aug 2018
Legal policy submissions - 22 August 2018
Court rules amendments e-filing and changes to scales of costs
Legal policy submissions 29 August 2018
Notices not to employ 29 August 2018
Confidentiality – information in the public domain
OPG Guidelines for Witnessing Enduring Documents have been updated
Presidents update - 5 September 2018
Legal policy reform - have your say
Legal policy submissions - 5 September 2018
Legal policy reform have your say - 12 September
Legal policy submissions - 12 September 2018
QLS extends free legal advice panel
Legal policy submissions and public hearings
Legal policy reform have your say 26 September
QBCC insurance search service now online
Land Title Practice Manual updated
Legal policy submissions and public hearings 26 September 2018
Mirror wills – what you should consider if one client wishes to engage you after they split?
Presidents update - 3 October 2018
Legal policy reform have your say 3 October 2018
Australia's second Open Government National Action Plan 2018-2020
Legal policy - have your say 10 October 2018
Legal policy submissions - 10 October 2018
Legal policy submissions - 17 October 2018
PM apologises to institutional child sexual abuse victims and survivors
Use of the word principal in a law practice
Expressions of interest QLS Innovation Committee
Appointment of receiver for Gregor McCarthy and Company Toowong
Legal policy submission - planning and environment
Presidents update 24 October 2018
Presidents update 31 October 2018
You’re invited to provide feedback legal policy reform
Presidents update 7 November 2018
Youre invited to provide feedback legal policy reform
Youre invited to provide feedback 14 November
Opportunity to plan and present at the 2019 ADR Conference
Request for feedback 14 November
Notice to claimants in relation to Smith Legal Solutions
Position statement on sexual harassment workplace bullying and discrimination
Youre invited to provide feedback 21 November
Youre invited to provide feedback 28 November
Presidents update 5 December 2018
SMS message reminders to adult defendants on bail
District Court of Queensland Summer 2018-19 arrangements
Youre invited to provide feedback 5 December 2018
QLS holiday closure and contact
Clients understanding fees rights and obligations
Presidents update 12 December 2018
PPSR registrations seven year period ends 30 January 2019
Youre invited to provide feedback 12 December 2018
Mental Health Review Tribunal release Office of the Public Advocate
Family law reform not everyone wins
Practice Direction - 1 of 2019
Lexon risk alert 19 December 2018
Presidents update 16 January 2019
Review of the Intergovernmental Agreement for Electronic Conveyancing
Secure your CPD points with flexible learning formats
Youre invited to provide feedback 16 January 2019
The fight to balance emotion and common sense
Lexon Call for expressions of interest for one position
Bill amendments to be marked with tracked changes
Presidents update 23 January 2019
Youre invited to provide feedback 23 January 2019
Presidents update 30 January 2019
PPSR registrations may expire from 30 January 2019
Youre invited to provide feedback 30 January 2019
Presidents update 6 February 2019
Legal policy submissions - 6 February 2019
Presidents update 13 February 2019
Phishing email alert
Appointment of receiver for The Legal Elements Pty Ltd Annerley
Youre invited to provide feedback 13 February 2019
Appointment of receiver for Stenton & Moore Solicitors Mudgeeraba
Youre invited to provide feedback 20 February 2019
Presidents update 20 February 2019
Presidents update 27 February 2019
Youre invited to provide feedback 27 February 2019
Technical fault email submissions to QLS
Presidents update 6 March 2019
Youre invited to provide feedback 6 March 2019
Appointment of receiver for AMH Lawyers Brisbane
Valuer-General releases 2019 Property Market Movement Report
Presidents update 13 March 2019
Public consultation on anti-money laundering guidance
Appointment of receiver for KB Law Widgee
Youre invited to provide feedback 13 March 2019
Bridging the distance one step at a time
Recognising excellence in the law
Presidents update 20 March 2019
QLS protects good lawyers by taking action
Use of the word principal in a law practice 20 March 2019
Youre invited to provide feedback 20 March 2019
Appointment of FCC judge for Townsville delivered at last
External examination of trust records
Appointment of receiver for Team Lawyers Brisbane
Public hearings March 2019
Youre invited to provide feedback 27 March 2019
Media releases
Queensland Law Society's elder abuse report highlights growing problem
Buyers to benefit from duty change
Stars fly in for Symposium
Careers Expo launches rising legal stars
QLS promises more in store during Law Week
Lawyers bring a flood of assistance
New Council to guide the legal profession
Queensland Law Society to introduce e-voting for solicitors
Access to justice issues affect a growing list
American legal eagle flies in for Symposium
Anti-association laws pose more danger than they remove
Free legal services on offer to flood victims
Tribunal reform advocate honoured
Dangerous dog laws lack preventative action
Expo of champions
Queensland Law Society warns of property fee increase
Queensland Law Society to help kick off Law Week by stepping out for access to justice
Not-for-profit lawyer achieves great things
QLS opposes mandatory decision on mandatory sentencing
Mandatory sentencing a serious concern
QLS criminal history tours take a walk on the dark side
Queensland Law Society concerned about call for mandatory sentencing for police assaults
QLS welcomes SAC views on standard non-parole periods
QLS Law Week activities set to take flight
Queensland’s leading legal conference just got bigger
New Consumer Law gets buy-in from Queensland Law Society
Increase in court fees unreasonable
Jail for minors a major problem
Queensland solicitors keep costs fair and just
Truckie law implication driving the wrong way
Mandatory sentencing not an option
Society on front foot in State election lead-up
Buyer and seller beware with changes to body corporate law
Seasons adds spice to Law Week
Society opposes abolition of Sentencing Advisory Council
Law Society gives cautious support to proposed disability insurance scheme
No fair fight when David meets Goliath before tribunal
Symposium takes off with fighter pilots
Criminal treatment of mental health issues
Party positions revealed on legal profession issues
Political crisis in PNG threatens country’s rule of law
Destructive defunding of legal assistance programs
Mandatory sentencing to clog judicial system
Surrogacy Act changes-a miscarriage of justice
Queensland Law Society names the governments shame
Offender penalty costs to hit taxpayers pockets
Government leaves rent in Tenants Union funding
Gag clauses concerning
Reporting Bureau closure a concern for confidentiality
The vulnerable vetoed in court cuts
Judicial appointments welcome
Queensland Law Society urges AG to reconsider on NLPR
QLS Childrens Law policy paper highlights major issues
Inquiry raises questions for QLS
Page in history for working in margins
Concerns over proposed synthetic drug classification
Eager for Keane appointment
20 years of shame of 17 year olds in prison
Property law gets some modern love
Weakness in tough on crime approach
Welcome relief for families in dispute
Aussie snag for fairer penal system
Qld directors bear burden of governments haste
Government change to benefit thousands
Lawyers and working in the Asian Century
LAWASIA moves headquarters
Honours for legal champion no accident
Global Rein exposes challenges
Drug laws high on ambiguity
Resourceful Symposium attracts the best minds
QLS counsels a considered approach to CJs proposed changes
Unexplained wealth law a mystery
JP (Quals) could compound dispute unease
Government comes round on YJ conferencing
QLS unearths Brisbanes dark side
You have the right to remain silent
Nothing broken with workers compensation
Reports of rorts not quite the truth
Government’s misguided approach to youth justice
EPA decisions require wisdom without sentiment
Community views only part of whole in youth justice reforms
AG proposal to cost millions and potentially increase crime
Queensland Law Society definitive on asylum seeker definitions
Judicial reviews protect from potential poor process
Minter Ellison partner an inspired choice for Supreme Court
Put the brakes on removing journey claims
Workers’ comp threshold would open door to chaos
YJ deterrents draconian and ineffective
Employers to bear burden of WorkCover reforms
Govt’s blunt instrument injures workers’ comp scheme
Legislative rush impacts the rights of all Queenslanders
Government endangers democracy with separation of powers breach
Lawyers elect to influence
Directors’ liability laws to improve Queensland’s prospects
PAMDA for the people
Brave step for grave problem
Magistrate appointments a welcome gift to the bench
Restrictive practices no restraint on humane treatment
President’s Medal silver lining to five-year nightmare
Symmetry in Chief Justice’s Governor appointment
Harsher punishment does not reduce youth crime
Sex, crime, hacks and trolls at QLS Symposium
Policy paper launch to unpack mandatory sentencing issues
QLS welcomes Solicitor-General and Electoral Commissioner appointments
Cooling off period hot topic for property purchasers
Structured approach to raise legal workplace standards
Government commits to three-year legal relationship
Queensland Law Society welcomes Chief Justice appointment
New Magistracy appointments
Queensland Law Society annual report awarded for insight
Safer strategies needed for Safe Night Out
Inquiry should address crime, not just punishment
Legal profession mourns death of Cedric Hampson QC
Property law changes to benefit buyers, developers, property market
QLS welcomes WLS funding boost
Queensland young solicitor wins national award
Major events law no cause for celebration
Legal professions changing face
QLS calls for laws suspension
QLS welcomes Judge Kerry O’Brien to new appointment
Leading light leaves the bench
QLS welcomes timely new appointments
Regional legal pioneer recognised for leadership
2013 QLS president recognised for leadership
QLS congratulates new Legal Services Commissioner
Wayne Gosss legacy for Sunshine State
Volunteer solicitors promoted peaceful G20 protests
Call to Parties flags legal profession election issues
Parties heed policy call
Honours recognise legal contributions to our community
Queensland Law Society welcomes Attorney-General appointment
Welcoming the future of legal practice
Effective consultation the future of justice
Some guaranteed Legal Aid funding welcomed
Supporting Queensland’s Judiciary
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Supporting more funding for legal assistance services in Queensland
Queensland Law Society supports Supreme Court Judges
Queensland Law Society discusses opportunities provided by the China-Australia Free Trade Agreement
Queensland Law Society announces appointment of new CEO Amelia Hodge
Changing complexity in family law practice
Repeal of the impairment threshold for access to workers’ compensation claims
Queensland Law Society welcomes appointment of CCC chair
Queensland Law Society assists members with childcare needs
Queensland Law Society welcomes Not Now, Not Ever announcement
Queensland Law Society welcomes first female Chief Justice
Queensland Law Society welcomes appointment of three magistrates
Admissions rule amendments – notice about admission sittings
Queensland Law Society announces Council election outcome
Agnes McWhinney winner
Queensland Law Society welcomes judicial and DPP appointments
Queensland Law Society welcomes a permanent Federal Circuit Court judge for Rockhampton
Supreme Court White Ribbon Day Breakfast Monday 23 November 2015 – featuring high-profile presenters
Queensland Law Society president joins Law Council of Australia Executive
Queensland Law Society welcomes changes to Penalties and Sentences Act and Youth Justice Act
Queensland Law Society welcomes youth justice reforms
Opinion editorial by Queensland Law Society president-elect, Bill Potts
Queensland Law Society supports the fight against domestic and family violence
Queensland-first all online property transaction
Queensland Law Society urges preventative approach in response to increasing coward punch attacks
Queensland Law Society welcomes short-term funding but the fiscal cliff looms
Establishment of a Queensland judicial commission
Queensland Law Society supports national campaign on legal assistance
Welcomed support for domestic violence victims
Queensland Law Society welcomes Federal Circuit Court judge for Rockhampton
Opinion editorial by Queensland Law Society president Bill Potts - 10 February
Queensland Law Society CEO supports Women’s Legal Service through dance
Queensland Law Society cautiously welcomes Narcotic Drugs Amendment Bill
Queensland Law Society welcomes legislation to tackle alcohol-fuelled violence
Domestic violence research funding welcomed
Medal honours Morcombe family lawyer
Queensland Law Society applauds Federal Family Court judge
Indigenous incarceration costs almost double price of uni education
Queensland needs more Family Court judges: QLS
Ninth death of an Australian woman in 2016 unacceptable: QLS
Lemon laws Inquiry win for consumers
QLS looks forward to more judges in Queensland after Brandis confirms funding
Inspired appointment to Queensland's District Court
Brisbane needs two judges
Profession heads for female majority
Many reasons for lack of new Bar work
Premier legal gathering in Queensland to feature leading presenters
QLS past president appointed as Queensland’s Public Trustee
QLS members appointed to high-office roles
QLS announces up to 20 percent reduction in annual insurance levies
QLS welcomes release of taskforce report into anti-bikie laws
QLS applauds extra police funding to fight organised crime
QLS: Queenslanders safer with proposed new police powers
QLS calls for common law rights to be kept as part of NIIS
QLS calls on membership to step out in support of QPILCH Legal Walk
QLS welcomes reopening of state’s first Murri Court
QLS backs plan for common law rights as part of NIIS
QLS backs government move to restore anti-corruption body independence
QLS says youth justice reforms are not before time
QLS says environmental clean-up reform amendments a win for Queensland
QLS praises appointment of reputable magistrates for Queensland’s busiest court
QLS supports decision of the High Court in Baden-Clay ruling
Coalition funding to Legal Aid a start, but not nearly enough
QLS commends steps towards improving child protection laws
QLS applauds further appointments to Queensland courts
Need for more funding to represent legal representation for the mentally ill
Peak law groups call for increase in federal legal aid funding
Return of Sentencing Advisory Council a win for QLD justice system
NIIS laws a win for vulnerable Queenslanders: QLS
Changes to vegetation clearance laws unjust and backward: QLS
Queensland lawyers divided on Human Rights laws
State Budget funding for justice initiatives a boon for Queensland: QLS
QLS backs Family Courts Chief Justice’s call for more funding
QLS responds to LCA call for equitable briefing policy for female barristers
Scrapping of key piece of tree clearing law a win for rural landowners: QLS
QLS backs LNP call to remove sex abuse claim limitation period
Baden-Clay High Court hearing to be a complex legal argument
QLS release domestic and family violence guidelines to assist practitioners
QLS calls for Royal Commission into appalling Indigenous incarceration rates
QLS applauds Labor Govt’s removal of sex abuse claim limitation period
QLD to receive much-needed reform on class actions
QLS calls on review of parole system to be comprehensive
QLS renews calls for changes to unjust and backward land clearing laws
QLS welcomes tabling of laws to remove sex abuse claim time limitation
QLS welcomes tabling of laws for much-needed class action reform
QLS calls for abolition of laws allowing 17-year-olds to be sentenced as adults
QLS calls for respect of High Court decision in case of Gerard Baden-Clay
QLS applauds banishing of archaic laws that send 17-year-olds to adult prison
QLS: Introduction of serious organised crime legislation a step forward
QLS backs judge’s call for need for health work-life balance
QLS backs inquiry into appallingly high Indigenous detention rates
QLS joins national call for PM to reverse slashing of legal assistance funding
QLS says abolition of antiquated laws allowing 17-year-olds to be sentenced as adults a win for common sense
Removal of limitation statute a win for sex abuse victims: QLS says
Appointment of Queenslander as nation’s first female High Court Chief Justice a worthy and inspired choice: QLS says
QLS says new anti-bikie laws are a step forward – but not without problems
New ‘Land Access’ directory helps landholders find specialist lawyers
QLS welcomes appointment of silk Susan Brown to Supreme Court bench
QLS welcomes return of Sentencing Advisory Council
QLS supports move to scrap lockout laws
QLS applauds new High Risk Youth Court in Townsville
QLS reiterates support for nations first female High Court Chief Justice ahead of Mondays swearing in
QLS voices concern over aspects of proposed DV bail law changes
QLS honours outstanding solicitors at annual gala event
QLS unveils ground-breaking search warrant guidelines to assist police
QLS backs call for Federal Government to reinstate community legal centre funding
QLS: Federal Government crippling vital justice safety net by cutting CLC funding
QLS applauds state government’s removal of gay panic defence
QLS backs new DV laws
Farm debt Bill provides fairer deal for struggling rural sector: QLS says
QLS urges NQ solicitors to stay cyclone safe
QLS welcomes Federal Court judge appointment, but more are needed
QLS praises appointment of renowned silk as new Court of Appeal President.
Cyclone Debbie weather event amplifies need to adequately fund Queensland CLCs
QLS remembers the great contribution of leading legal light – former Justice Martin Moynihan
Cyclones and CLCs
QLS calls on government to explain delays in judicial appointments
Reinstatement of previous funding appreciated: QLS
QLS applauds government funding to implement youth detention recommendations
Historically low claims against solicitors lead to third fee reduction
Legal Aid’s choice of former COA President as their chair an inspired appointment: QLS
Further magistrate appointments a welcome announcement for Queensland’s justice system: QLS
Much-needed safety net for CLCs very welcome: QLS
QLS praises state government move to expunge historical gay convictions
QLS says “claim farming’’ is both unethical and breach of solicitors conduct rules
QLS pays tribute to selfless service of QPS Senior Constable Brett Forte
QLS announces trial to raise awareness of widespread hidden elder abuse
Return of drug courts will help addicts and reduce crime: QLS
Stamping out the scourge of DV one specialist court at a time: QLS
QLS welcomes Budget funding for justice issues
Beware of dodgy legal advice: QLS
QLS disappointment over conduct of high-profile criminal solicitor Tim Meehan
Appointment of former solicitor to senior judicial position very welcome: QLS
QLS salutes appointment of former solicitor as new Federal Administrative Appeals Tribunal president
Peak legal body moving forward towards reconciliation
Criminal lawyer deserves harsh penalty for illegal conduct: QLS
Appointment of former solicitor to Land Court of Queensland an excellent example to profession: QLS
QLS praises funding for independent crime stats
QLS backs changes to legislation protecting community from nefarious tow-truck operations
Pretend “Gumtree” lawyer’s bark muzzled by court to the tune of $20,000
QLS praises Victorian Government for appointment of first solicitor to top role
Elder abuse awareness campaign garners support from community
Laws already exist to handle so-called offences of “industrial manslaughter”: QLS
Equality before law: Queensland’s peak legal body cites deficiency in current marriage laws
QLS says more CLC funding necessary to ensure access to justice
QLS welcomes move to remove 17-year-olds from adult prisons
QLS demands Fed Govt fund Robina Community Legal Centre
QLS backs former prominent judge’s call to maintain legal aid funding
QLS welcomes Supreme Court Justice’s appointment as QCAT president
QLS backs government move on gun reform
Court appointments welcome but numbers still critically low: QLS
Eight new magistrates a good start to better access to justice in Queensland: QLS
QLS announces Council election results
QLS president recognised for outstanding leadership
QLS applauds laws to bring back state’s drug courts
QLDs legal profession flags key election issues
QLS calls on political parties to appoint more solicitors to judicial roles
State political parties must create judicial commission to ensure a robust and accountable judiciary for all Queenslanders says QLS
QLS MEDIA STATEMENT: CCC charges
QLS demands 2017 electoral commitment to ongoing funding and roll out of DV courts
QLS defends integrity of magistrates court
QLS congratulates former president on appointment to Family Court
Rolf Moses to join Queensland Law Society as CEO in 2018
QLS says youth justice reforms long time coming but necessary
Regional appointment most welcome: QLS
Highly-respected criminal lawyer receives prestigious award
Legal educator wins coveted QLS Agnes McWhinney Award
Well-respected local appointed to Townsville’s District Court
QLS applauds appointments to QLD courts
Queensland appoints first Indigenous judge
Queenslanders below the poverty line denied access to justice
QLS welcomes appointment of new Townsville Federal Circuit Court judge
QLS encourages public to always trust a solicitor
QLS says Federal Budget funding for Elder Abuse initiatives a good start
First Queensland solicitor appointed to District Court retires leaving indelible legacy
QLS president says court amalgamation interesting but unclear
Townsville solicitor-turned-barrister appointment most welcome: QLS
New magistrates a boon for better regional access to justice: QLS
QLS welcomes justice Budget funding, but more money needed to boost judiciary
Lift the lid on elder abuse: QLS
Crown Prosecutor appointment a solid pick: QLS
Claim farming must be stamped out: QLS
QLS backs recommendations to overhaul youth justice system
QLS says referral of controversial Bill to sack Ipswich City Council to committee a wise and necessary step
Current Dissolution of Ipswich City Council draft Bill fundamentally flawed
Prominent Townsville solicitor one of two new magistracy appointments
QLS welcomes appointment of solicitor as Queensland’s new Anti-Discrimination Commissioner
Judicial commission welcome smearing of judges is not QLS
Access to justice increased by additional court appointments: QLS
QLS stands ready to assist crime watchdog investigating four criminal lawyers charged with myriad offences
QLS welcomes opportunity to consult on human rights
Additional appointments a win for Queensland’s Supreme Court: QLS
QLS welcomes new District Court Judges
Federal Circuit Court: Success under strain
Productivity report proves Qld courts severly underfunded
Protecting citizens rights
QLS protects public from unlawful legal practice
Bundys top advocate against DV wins coveted legal award
Criminal lawyer advocate for good policy wins coveted legal award
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