Professional Skills

Gain your core CPD points while examining case valuation. OND213V08B_1

The key to any successful organisation is their legal executive and support staff. Building on the success of our last series, gain valuable and practical insights to develop excellence and resilience in your career. Examine key time management techniques & valuable Microsoft skills. Learn to deal with different communication styles and how to build and maintain a healthy level of confidence and self-esteem in the workforce. WEB226N35

Ever thought about expanding your career choices and considering a board role but not sure how? In this unique webinar you will inform yourself on what it means to be board ready. The satisfaction and rewards you can receive will advance your career and give you that added something as a practicing solicitor. Be guided by those who have experience and have reaped the benefits firsthand, and understand the skills needed and how to avoid any risks along the way. WEB229N66

Those practicing in the legal world are necessarily professional communicators who will usually succeed or fail based on their ability to communicate effectively. Avoid the disastrous consequences of leaving your reader unconvinced, confused or unengaged due to deficient writing. Join a renowned expert in legal drafting who will guide you through precisely how to elevate your writing through skillful plain English drafting that will have a significant and immediate impact on your practice. WEB229N10

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

New Legal Profession Uniform Law (LPUL) commences on 1 July 2022. Now is the time to prepare for the new duties and obligations that will come into effect under the new regime. Join members from the Legal Practice Board of WA and the Law Society of WA’s Costs Committee to examine ethical issues under the new Uniform Law, explore critical trust account and records keeping considerations, and then how the new rules may impact costs for your practice. 229W04

Do you want to grow your law firm and increase profits with more of your ideal clients, then this program is for you. Join an expert panel of marketing gurus who will explore exactly what you need to generate more clients for your law firm. WEB2210N02Z

Attend this seminar to learn about ethical tips and traps in light of the solicitors conduct rules with renowned barrister, Louise Mathias. In attending this seminar, you will reinvigorate your ethical principles and stride through your daily practice with confidence. WEB232N02AZ

Lawyers can easily succeed or quickly fail in practice based on their ability to communicate effectively. Consolidate your foundations and amplify your Plain English Writing skills to ensure that you don’t encounter these failures. Join a renowned expert in legal drafting who will guide you through precisely how to elevate your writing, guaranteeing a happy and well-informed client, and a career that will leave drafting mishaps in the past. Don't miss out! WEB233N64Z

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

Stay up to date on the latest trends and developments affecting every government lawyer. With data breaches and privacy concerns on the rise, it’s essential that you are updated on these issues. You will also explore the difficult area of workplace investigations in government departments and how to handle the trickiest ethical issues facing government lawyers. WEB233W04

If you are a junior lawyer wanting to hone your skills in the areas of family, crime and litigation or a practice leader who wants their juniors to add value to the practice more quickly, then this is a ‘no-brainer’. This must attend event, you will walk away with a practical real-world foundation on what to expect and recent updates in 3 core disputes areas that you will encounter in practice. Develop the skills so you can ‘hit-the-ground-running’ and quickly move up the ladder of your legal career. 233V24

Law has long been, and still is, known as the burnout profession. The work cannot be underestimated with high levels of stress, large workloads, long hours, client demands, tight deadlines and a lack of work/life balance. Join our expert panel as they share their insights and strategies for developing a healthy mindset, how to deal with unconscious bias and difficult clients. 233N27

This all-inclusive program will cover issues that all lawyers should be across when dealing with costs and clients. You will gain knowledge, insights and best practices to keep you abreast with your core CPD requirements. Learn why cost budgeting is so important. Know how to draft in an electronic environment and how to effectively resolve costs disputes in this exceptional and dedicated program. WEB233N53Z

Being a lawyer is not easy and many lawyers prioritize their job as a lawyer over their own mental health. Whilst others may have to deal with opponents engaging in uncivil behavior that crosses the professional line. So why not give yourself a little grace and join us for this timely program to learn first-hand how to deal with these issues and then spend some time learning how to maximize your leadership capabilities while gaining your compulsory CPD units! 233N45

Criminal advocacy work can be intimidating. Aspire to be heard in court with confidence with the fundamentals. Expand your skillset and gain clarity on the pointers and pitfalls of summary hearings in the Magistrates Court. Explore written advocacy in criminal trials and benefit from essential practical guidance on DVO advocacy. The most necessary fundamental advocacy skills are covered here for the criminal lawyer. WEB236Q03Z

Understand how Australian organisations, deemed as running infrastructure critical to Australia’s national interest, will need to comply with a new risk management protocol – a major compliance development for 11 industry sectors: communications, data storage & processing, defence industry, energy, financial services, food & grocery, health & medical, higher education & research, space technology, transport, water & sewerage. WEB236N27CZ

Are you a junior lawyer looking to gain a solid foundation in litigation practice? Join us for our Litigation series! Experienced speakers will provide you with practical tips & insights, sharing their real-world experiences to help you better understand the intricacies of the litigation process. Whether you are just starting out in your legal career or looking to expand your practice, this series is the perfect program for you. Register now & take your litigation skills to the next level. WEB235N03Z

Covid-19 vaccine Injury compensation, insight into proposed changes to the regulation of cosmetic surgeons and a practical guide to subpoenas and how to respond to them are the hot topics covered in this webinar. WEB235N26AZ

Attend and receive a comprehensive review of estate administration, probate proceedings and estate disputes. Cover the most pertinent aspects of estate administration, including special grants and administration of estate contracts involving mutual wills, before analysing taxation concerns for executors. Dive into intestacy and estate disputes with compelling examination of jurisdiction in estate disputes and offers of compromise in family provision disputes. 236N05