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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.

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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.

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Law Council urges action on human rights

The LCA has urged the Federal Government to strengthen Australia's human rights framework after it accepted fewer than half the recommendations made during the United Nations' latest review.

July 2, 2026

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Law Council releases guidance on new AML CTF obligations

The Law Council has released new guidance to assist legal practices in determining whether they provide a designated service.

June 30, 2026

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Regional circuit court sittings to resume a month earlier than planned

Regional and remote circuit court sittings across Western Australia will resume from 3 August, almost a month earlier than originally scheduled.

June 29, 2026

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New conduct rules reshape client engagements from 1 July

Legal practices should review their client engagement and retainer documents ahead of new Australian Solicitors' Conduct Rules taking effect on 1 July 2026.

June 23, 2026

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Celebrating the best in the profession: Nominations open for 2026 Law Society Annual Awards

You can nominate an inspiring individual or team or self-nominate for one of six categories in the Annual Awards.

June 18, 2026

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Decade-long push for judicial watchdog set to become reality

After more than a decade of advocacy by the Law Society of Western Australia, the State Government has this week introduced legislation to establish an independent Judicial Commission.

June 15, 2026

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Attorney General’s Community Service Law Awards celebrate 20 years

Dr Tony Buti encourages nominations of outstanding contributors to the pro bono and community legal sector as awards notch up 20 years.

June 15, 2026

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Certainty still missing in AML CTF roll‑out as compliance deadline looms

Law Council of Australia warns AML/CTF reforms lack critical clarity, urging delayed implementation or transitional compliance as legal practices face looming obligations.

June 11, 2026

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Justice Stephen Hall appointed CCC Deputy Commissioner

The Honourable Justice Stephen Hall has been appointed Deputy Commissioner of the Corruption and Crime Commission of Western Australia.

June 9, 2026

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World Accreditation Day 2026: Why quality practice matters

9 June 2026 is World Accreditation Day and is the perfect opportunity to review processes and strengthen documentation for a better client experience.

June 8, 2026