The home of news, views and analysis for the WA legal profession

News - Page 10

Breaking news, announcements, and updates from the Law Society.

Letters to the editor

News

Irreverence, roasting and rivalry as big firms get spicy at Law Society event

October 27, 2026

It was an all-in roast fest at Friday night's infamous Golden Gavel competition as eight young lawyers took part in a stinging battle of wits.

News

WA Government introduces Bill to modernise equal opportunity laws

October 21, 2026

The Cook Labor Government has introduced legislation to modernise Western Australia’s Equal Opportunity Act 1984, proposing expanded protections against discrimination, harassment and vilification.

October 20, 2026

Centenary year Law Society President announced as voting opens for Council positions

The Law Society of Western Australia has confirmed its 2027 President, with members now preparing to cast their votes in a hotly contested Council election.

October 20, 2026

Justice Lundberg explores Indigenous sentencing and the legacy of Bugmy

The enduring impact of childhood disadvantage, the importance of individualised justice, and the role of cultural understanding in sentencing were at the centre of the 2026 Sir Ronald Wilson Oration.

News

Have your say: meet the 2026 Law Society Council nominees

Nominees for the 2026 Law Society Council election have been announced, and voting opens on 22 October.

October 21, 2025

News

IBAHRI calls for global action to end modern slavery

The International Bar Association’s Human Rights Institute has urged governments, businesses and the legal community to strengthen efforts to eradicate modern slavery.

October 20, 2025

News

Iona Presentation College Wins 2025 Mock Trial Grand Final

The 2025 Mock Trial Competition Grand Final was held on 16 October, with Iona Presentation College taking home the top honour after a spirited contest against Bob Hawke College.

October 17, 2025

News

Landgate: changes to fees for applications to bring old system land under the TLA

Amendments to the Registration of Deeds Regulations 2004 and the Transfer of Land Regulations 2004 will enable the Registrar to either waive, not require, or refund certain fees.

October 17, 2025

News

Social media giants on notice with strict new privacy rules

Age-restricted social media platforms have been put "on notice" by the Australian Privacy Commissioner, Carly Kind.

October 14, 2025

News

EOIs open for Aboriginal Justice Advisory Committee

The Western Australian Government is calling for Aboriginal people across the state to nominate for the next term of the Aboriginal Justice Advisory Committee.

October 14, 2025

News

Legal leadership in a time of change: navigating the future with purpose

Explore key trends every legal leader should be watching for and learn five practical tips to prepare for what's next

October 6, 2025

News

National Access to Justice and Pro Bono Conference: First nations people and the legal system

Rural, regional and remote legal services to be discussed at the upcoming National Access to Justice and Pro Bono Conference

October 6, 2025

News

Rebuilding regional legal communities at the National Access to Justice and Pro Bono Conference

Rural, regional and remote legal services to be discussed at the upcoming National Access to Justice and Pro Bono Conference

October 3, 2025

News

Legal Practice Board confirms further data accessed in May cyber incident, but risk of misuse considered low

The Legal Practice Board has confirmed that additional data was accessed in the cyber incident it suffered in May.

October 1, 2025

Previous 1 … 8 9 10 11 12 … 14 Next

News - Page 10

Irreverence, roasting and rivalry as big firms get spicy at Law Society event

WA Government introduces Bill to modernise equal opportunity laws

Centenary year Law Society President announced as voting opens for Council positions

Justice Lundberg explores Indigenous sentencing and the legacy of Bugmy

Have your say: meet the 2026 Law Society Council nominees

IBAHRI calls for global action to end modern slavery

Iona Presentation College Wins 2025 Mock Trial Grand Final

Landgate: changes to fees for applications to bring old system land under the TLA

EOIs open for Aboriginal Justice Advisory Committee

Legal leadership in a time of change: navigating the future with purpose

National Access to Justice and Pro Bono Conference: First nations people and the legal system

Rebuilding regional legal communities at the National Access to Justice and Pro Bono Conference

Legal Practice Board confirms further data accessed in May cyber incident, but risk of misuse considered low

Popular

The art of becoming a contented lawyer: Mentorship, mistakes and a little perspective

From legal briefs to mountain peaks: Lessons from Kilimanjaro

Beyond the ‘Good bloke defence’: Rethinking good character in sentencing

Irreverence, roasting and rivalry as big firms get spicy at Law Society event

Reflecting on 50 years of the Family Court of Western Australia