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Made an error? Your next steps could make all the difference

Solicitors are often faced with difficult questions when they become aware that, due to their potential error, they could become liable to their client.

September 11, 2026

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Photo gallery: Legal Leadership Intensive

The Law Society's Legal Leadership Intensive, held in partnership with Alta Pete, focussed on supporting practitioners in the journey from excellent lawyer to confident leader.

September 1, 2026

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Retirement village law reforms take effect today

Changes to Western Australia’s retirement village laws have come into effect today, introducing new requirements for operators and additional protections and rights for residents.

September 1, 2026

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Good character references to be scrapped in WA sentencing

The Cook Government has announced amendments to the Sentencing Act 1995 (WA) that will remove good character references as a mitigating factor across all criminal sentencing matters.

August 25, 2026

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Finalists announced for 2026 Law Society Annual Awards

The Law Society of Western Australia has announced the finalists for the 2026 Annual Awards, recognising outstanding achievement, leadership and service across the legal profession.

July 31, 2026

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ART reforms must not sacrifice fairness

The Law Council has welcomed proposed reforms aimed at improving the efficiency of the Administrative Review Tribunal, while warning changes must not undermine procedural fairness or access to justice.

July 27, 2026

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Federal Government proposes specialist Fair Work Court

The Albanese Government has announced plans to establish a new federal Fair Work Court, proposing a specialist judicial forum to resolve workplace relations disputes.

July 23, 2026