NSW Young Lawyers

Announcing our NSW Golden Gavel finalists 📢

Get ready for sharp wit, bold performances, and a fresh take on the lighter side of law. These rising stars are set to challenge the courtroom status quo, one punchline at a time.

We will also welcome back Nathan Chin, who will be taking the mic as MC.

Secure your spot now and connect with colleagues over comedy and clever commentary 👉 https://ow.ly/IUnZ50Zg6sL

Proudly supported by Sparke Helmore Lawyers.

Meet the panellists participating in the second The Law Society of NSW Pathways in Law Series session, which will explore a legal career in government 📢

📍 Brett Thomson, Director, NSW Crown Solicitor's Office
📍 Monique Hitter, CEO, Legal Aid NSW
📍 Scott Alden, Partner, Government & Commercial Law, Mills Oakley
📍 Caity Suchanow, Prosecutor, Australian Taxation Office and NSW Young Lawyers Executive Councillor

Learn more from experienced members of the profession as they share their personal journeys, tips and advice for law students and key lessons they've learnt throughout their careers.

Register now to secure your place 👉 https://ow.ly/uSKr50Z9c8Q

Registrations closing soon 📣

Join us on Thursday, 21 May, for an evening with The Honourable Justice Michael Lee exploring career development and specialisation.

Drawing on over 30 years of experience as a Solicitor and Barrister before being called to the Bench, His Honour will share insights and reflect on the key stages of a legal career, followed by a moderated Q&A discussion.

Find out more and register now 👉 https://ow.ly/kJ7I50YYw9f

Registrations are now open for the third instalment in The Law Society of NSW inaugural Ready for Practice Skills Series.

The series explores key legal skills and topics essential for graduates and early career solicitors to ensure you can thrive and approach your first years of practice with clarity and confidence, including:
📍 Legal drafting and writing skills
📍 AI and legal research skills
📍 Ethics and professional conduct
📍 Wellbeing and mental health
📍 Personal branding

In session three, we will explore key ethical and professional conduct rules and requirements for graduates and early career solicitors. Participants will explore their core duties to the court, clients and the administration of justice by reviewing realistic scenarios and challenges.

Using practical examples, attendees will gain a greater understanding of their professional requirements, learn how to mitigate risks, and understand how to navigate issues commonly faced in the early years of practice.

Find out more and register now 👉 https://ow.ly/3vL350YXWai

This week ahead with NSW Young Lawyers 📢

📍Tuesday 12 May at 6.00pm: International Law Sub-Committee meeting, in person at The Law Society of NSW and online.
📍Wednesday 13 May at 6.00pm: Public Law and Government Law Sub-Committee meeting, in person at The Law Society of NSW and online.

To view online meeting details and links, check out the NSW Young Lawyers website 👉 https://ow.ly/3cKX50YhTWO

This week ahead with NSW Young Lawyers 📢

📍 Wednesday 6 May at 6.00pm: Civil Litigation Sub-Committee meeting, in person at The Law Society of NSW and online.
📍 Friday 8 May: 2026 NSW Young Lawyers Charity Ball.

To view online meeting details and links, check out the NSW Young Lawyers website 👉 https://ow.ly/3cKX50YhTWO

At The Law Society of NSW we are proud to serve the profession by bringing solicitors together and fostering a diverse, forward‑thinking community. Through our work, we unite the profession and strengthen its collective voice.

With more than 34,000 solicitor members, the Law Society remains a central point of connection for the profession. Together, we support one another, share knowledge, and uphold the standards that underpin public trust in the law.

Renew your membership today 👉 https://ow.ly/tnOc50YS6kR

This week ahead with NSW Young Lawyers 📢

📍 Tuesday 28 April at 6.00pm: Business Law Sub-Committee meeting, in person at The Law Society of NSW and online.
📍 Wednesday 29 April at 6.00pm: Criminal Law Sub-Committee meeting, in person at The Law Society of NSW and online.
📍 Thursday 30 April at 6.00pm: Animal Law Sub-Committee meeting, in person at The Law Society of NSW and online.
📍 Thursday 30 April at 6.00pm: Human Rights Law Sub-Committee meeting, online only.

To view online meeting details and links, check out the NSW Young Lawyers website 👉 https://ow.ly/3cKX50YhTWO

This week ahead with NSW Young Lawyers 📢

📍Monday 20 April at 6.00pm: Communications, Entertainment and Technology Law
Sub-Committee meeting, in person at The Law Society of NSW and online.
📍Tuesday 21 April at 6.00pm: Environment and Planning Law Sub-Committee meeting, online only.

To view online meeting details and links, check out the NSW Young Lawyers website 👉 https://ow.ly/3cKX50YhTWO

The Law Society of NSW is pleased to support student members by hosting our first Study Well webinar on Tuesday 28 April 📚

Anna Fischer, Growth and Wellbeing Manager, and Kimberly Winters, Trauma and Addiction Specialist, will provide guidance on practical strategies for legal exam preparation, note compilation, revision and building confidence, as well as practical advice on how to manage stress and anxiety leading up to assessments.

Register now 👉 https://ow.ly/oPNg50YK9Jk