Professional Skills

Issues covered include: managing client expectations, legal professional privilege, communication skills and managing high conflict matters

Issues covered include: people skills, communicating effectively, managing difficult skills, communication skills, legal professional privilege, ethics, negotiation skills, making a deal

Issues covered include: surviving and responding to a data breach, effective practice management and professional skills, the cybersecurity landscape and managing insurance issues and third party claims associatedwith data breaches.

When the pressure to deliver critical results is overwhelming you must be able to deliver. Learn how to influence stakeholders, successfully pitch for business, and deliver key messages in both a virtual world and face to face. Understanding complex communication skills is essential to having workable and significant business relationships. Together with an experienced presentation skills coach you will be empowered with the skills to get the most for your business and for your clients.

Issues covered include: virtual trials, COVID-19, adjournments, remote witnesses, online dispute resolution, client management, case management

Examine in detail and discuss the court’s current approach to urgent parenting and financial applications and consider the newly implemented COVID-19 list. Plus, gain practical insights on running electronic hearings in urgent interim parenting matters and the impacts of recent changes to evidence and procedure.

Work through the policies and practices you need to prevent or manage sexual harassment in the workplace and the many related legal, professional and ethical risks. Gain a step by step guide to improving your practice’s IT security to prevent increasing privacy and data breach risks for law firms. Learn how to maximise your productivity and efficiency by managing stress and work/life balance. Earn your CPD core area units while skilling up on some of the most critical recent issues facing lawyers.

Learn how to maximise your productivity and efficiency by managing stress and work/life balance.

What better way to master your practice and procedure in the ACAT than to hear firsthand from a Senior Member? Pick up essential tips and tricks as Senior Member Jann Lennard shares her experience and provides practical guidance on the key issues faced when litigating in ACAT. Learn what not to do and better understand the role of negotiation and conciliation. This is essential viewing for any lawyer who appears in ACAT.

Need to square your CPD compulsory units for the year but can’t seem to find the time? Take advantage of this convenient and practical lunchtime web series where you can acquire your CPD units and bolster your practice once a week at lunchtime and online. Hear from engaging experts on the latest disciplinary issues and cases, how to manage conflicts of interests, the skills you need to successfully negotiate a deal, and how to protect your practice from cyber threats which have increased over the last year.

Want to succeed when negotiating a deal for your client but don’t know how? Hear from Steve Lancken, Mediator and Managing Director of Negocio Resolutions as he provides you with practical tips and strategies on how to achieve the best outcome for your client in your next negotiation. OND212N01B

A lunchtime series for your compulsory units – this could not be easier! Join us from wherever you choose while you enjoy your lunch and earn your compulsory units at the same time. Convenient, easy and stress free. Together with this engaging panel of experts you will enhance your practice and benefit your clients by examining effective legal project management, how to build a culturally diverse workforce for a successful practice, and the main ethical duties as a legal practitioner. OND215N01A

Key to any successful organisation is their support staff. Gain the key tools, knowledge and skills required to take your legal support role to the next level. Examine how to manage expectations from management, communicate effectively, manage projects and ensure positive mental health & wellbeing. Learn as an exceptional panel share with you their expertise. WEB218N04

You’ll identify how to manage the expectations of your managers and direct reports with expert practical tips and knowhow that you can use immediately. Take away how to deal with multiple tasks, competing priorities and the importance of honing your delegation skills. WEB218N04A

Takeaway new key skills on how to take your communication to the next level when dealing with your manager, workplace colleagues and clients. Learn how to strengthen your listening and written skills for written instructions, meeting notes and file notes. WEB219N04B

Up skill yourself with simple but important project management tools that will ensure you meet those sharp deadlines, juggle tight priorities and implement structures to guarantee your success. WEB2110N04C

Work through important and practical steps and strategies to effectively assess, monitor and ensure both you and your colleague’s wellbeing and mental health in these challenging times. WEB2111N04D

Gain in-depth guides on how to avoid the risk of health and safety incidents and workplace accidents. Hear from a leading barrister and a renowned expert as they walk you through what you need to consider before an incident occurs, how to react to an incident, what to do when the Regulator shows up, and how to engage and work with experts. Examine steps you can take to minimise the risk of accidents and other health & safety incidents through maintenance, preparation & testing. WEB2111N05F

Gain your core CPD units while developing skills & strategies to maximise your practice, minimise risk & avoid ethical pitfalls. Sharpen your negotiation skills to achieve better outcomes in your matters. Examine the ins and outs of confidentiality. Master how to deal with a mistake or oversight right when it happens & before it’s too late. Take advantage of this convenient & efficient lunchtime web series where you’ll gain your CPD units & bolster your practice once a week at lunchtime & online. WEB219N07

Those lawyers who overlook, underestimate or misjudge the significance and complexities of their duty of confidentiality will quickly find their matters or even their practice at stake. Delve deeply into the nuances of the duty of confidentiality, where things can quickly go wrong, and what you need to consider and do to avoid potential disaster. Examine real world cases and examples to ensure you meet this most critical of duties, all while gaining your ethics CPD point for the year. OND219N07B

Effective negotiation skills can be the difference between success or failure in closing a deal, winning a dispute, or securing a new client. Take a guided tour through the strategies and techniques you can implement in your day to day practice to find success whenever you’re negotiating. Master how to set your objectives, bargain effectively, break impasses, and close the deal to ensure you and your client achieve the outcome you want. OND219N07C

Attend this complimentary webinar to hear Senior Judicial Registrar Brett McGrath and Judicial Registrar Lynda Maitland break down what Family Law practitioners need to be aware of when commencing and conducting proceedings in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia following the introduction of new FCFCOA changes on 1 September 2021. WEB219N26

Learn the ins and outs of great communication with this one hour expertly curated guide delivered by Tony Sloman, Director at Passion and Purpose. Examine how your body language and ability to connect are vital to influencing your audience. Consider the best communication style to adopt when pitching for business. Finally, gain tips on delivering key messages virtually or face-to-face. WEB222N02A

Master the fundamentals of tax and accounting with a guided tour through the key issues you need to know to strengthen your commercial skillset. Mastering these critical concepts will provide you with a firm foundation to understand the countless financial, accounting and tax issues that you’ll encounter throughout your career. Consider balance sheets, bookkeeping, profit and los statements, goods and services tax, income tax and more. WEB223N30A

Gain your core CPD points while examining case valuation. OND213V08B_1

How to draft and perfect admissible, persuasive, and effective affidavits and witness statements. OND223Q01_1

How to meet your obligations in producing documents by government departments. OND223Q01_2

Gain winning techniques to succeed in your interlocutory applications. OND223N06_4

Upskill yourself on pre-trial procedures and evidence management in your matters. OND223N06_2

Examine how to work best with barristers for success. OND223N06_3

Excel by ensuring you have the latest information & gain your CPD compulsory units from special session that address skills that you require as a modern government lawyer. OND223V01B_3

Hear from a stellar lineup of leading practitioners as they discuss tips on maximising your leadership capabilities. OND223N35_2

Gain insights and practical guidance you can utilise in your everyday practice. OND223V20B_1

Give yourself the extra skills to move forward in your legal career to assist you with your practice no matter the size or how long you have been practicing law. OND223N37_1

Most legal firms tend to have one or two rainmakers whom others look to with amazement and respect as those who can “build relationships and win work”, Often, when asked “how” they do it, they struggle to articulate exactly what it is that they do. Over the years, working in law firms, Ben Paul and Elizabeth Petersen have observed several of these rainmakers and have decoded what they do and how they do it. In this session they will share with you the “secrets” of how to become a rainmaker. 228N71

Do you struggle with the nitty, gritty of clauses in your contract formulation? Attend this session with Angus Macinnis and learn how to consolidate your boilerplate clauses and recitals. No-one ever expects them to be important until, very suddenly, they are, so learn from this seminar to amplify your drafting skills. WEB232N02CZ

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In the first part of this four-part series, hear from three Senior Judicial Registrars from the FCFCOA as they generously share their insights and discuss tips and traps for young players. 236N25A

In the second part of this series, gain an overview of the financial disclosure and compliance required in Family Law financial settlements. 237N25B

In the final part of our four-part series, hear from three leading Family law specialists as they explore which different ADR options, equipping you to properly advise your clients on which option will provide the best outcome for your client. 239N25D

To succeed in law, networking and establishing a future client base are crucial. This involves building relationships within your industry to gain insights, access opportunities, and establish a solid industry reputation. You’ll hear from a panel of senior female practitioners who’ll offer valuable tips on what has worked for them in their successful careers. WEB236V11AZ

Effectively managing client expectations and understanding how to nurture internal and external relationships is key to your success. WEB236V11BZ

Gain valuable insights from a Psychologist and Special counsel as they delve into effective approaches to tackling mental health issues in the workplace and how to manage the stress of the job. WEB236V11CZ

Gain a practical understanding of how to balance your role between being a legal and communication counsel. Evaluate case studies and critically explore how to best prioritise client interest, expectations and stakeholder engagement. WEB239N04BZ

Traumatic aortic transection, also known as aortic rupture, is the near-complete tear through all the layers of the aorta due to trauma. Attend this webinar to obtain knowledge of the medicine and the legal issues that may arise. WEB2310N03BZ

Attend this 10-part lunchtime series designed specifically for In-House Counsel to gain not only your compulsory CPD points but also an update on the latest legal & commercial issues and risks impacting governance and In-House Counsel each day. Learn strategies to address the risk of a cyber security attack, implement or enhance ESG reporting, gain confidence when dealing with indemnity clauses, standard form contracts, legal professional privilege & enterprise bargaining agreements & much more. WEB238N29Z

In-House Counsel are now front and centre of both cyber security incident response and ensuring that your organisation has effective plans in place to minimise the threats. Learn about “threat actors” and their activities and work through a case study to understand the preparation, analysis, recovery and post incident activities involved in building cyber security resilience and responding to an attack. The issues are more important for in-house counsel now than ever. WEB239N29BZ

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Learn how to expect the unexpected by attending this seminar and equipping yourself with the tools to respond to disciplinary complaints. Explore unsatisfactory conduct, misconduct, and case studies to amplify the consequences for unethical lawyers. Investigate best practice for managing ill or injured employees, long absences and performance management in light of legislation. Discover communication skills, technology management, commercial business strategy and negotiation tips. 2311N18

Say goodbye to your everyday struggles and unlock a world of possibilities with our shareholder agreements intensive. Acquire essential insights into skilled drafting, valuation methodologies, exit mechanism implications, and succession strategies for shareholders. Explore the intricacies of dispute resolution within shareholder agreements and utilise the experts experience to form iron-clad agreements for your clients. WEB2310V01Z

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A comprehensive guide on briefing legal counsel, addressing the timing for briefing, the preparation of the brief, and ways to aid your counsel in getting ready for court. WEB242N61AZ

A practical introduction in preparing a case and managing a civil case at trial, including steps to take and aspects of conducting a trial, including opening & closing addresses and presentation of documentary evidence. WEB243N61BZ

Acquire essential practical project management skills to enhance your litigation practice, elevating it to the next level and surpassing your clients' expectations. WEB243N61CZ

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Understanding the importance of financial documents is just as crucial as honing the ability to ask pertinent questions. Be guided through the essentials of understanding financial documents to assist you through your career. WEB247N04B

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Everything about costs is changing in 2025. Now is the time to get your head around the changes and understand what you need to do before the changes are here so that you and your practice can comply with the new costing regime. With significant changes to recovery of party/party costs and solicitor/client costs, this webinar will provide you with invaluable guidance on what to expect and how to plan for the changes. WEB247V01

Recent data suggests that cyber crime is growing at an alarming rate and that the legal sector ranks among the top three most targeted industries. Whether you are an insurance lawyer or you need to understand cyber insurance claims for your firm, your organisation or your clients, join this workshop to discover what you need to know about cyber risks and unpack the process to follow when you have a data breach and your insurers are called in. WEB249N07

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