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The Society provides professional services, resources, support and benefits to its Members, the legal profession and the community.

The Law Society of South Australia is a public authority, regulating legal practice in South Australia and providing professional services, resources, support and benefits to its members, the wider legal profession, and the public.

03/09/2026

Last night, we hosted the third Small Practice MCPD & Networking Event for the year at the beautiful Stirling Hotel.

This popular series provides sole practitioners and those working in small firms with a valuable opportunity to connect with peers while completing their Mandatory CPD units at an accessible price — $40 per session or just $120 for all four, including light refreshments and nibbles.

Our speaker, Lisa Bondarenko, explored the art of difficult conversations and how emotionally intelligent leadership can help protect workplace culture, wellbeing and work-life balance. Attendees gained practical strategies for navigating challenging conversations, setting healthy boundaries and building trust, accountability and psychological safety.

The session provided 1 CPD unit in Bullying, Discrimination and Harassment, with a strong focus on communication strategies that support both professional performance and wellbeing.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the evening such a success. We look forward to seeing you at our next session on Thursday 5 November at the Walkers Arms Hotel.

A special thank you to our Major Sponsor, FinSec Partners and Supporting Sponsors, Easy AML and Nimblebiz Solutions for their ongoing support.

01/09/2026

The Law Society of South Australia was proud to host CORO 2026, welcoming more than 100 legal regulators and delegates from across Australia to Adelaide last week.

Delegates came together under the theme Connected, Calibrated, Contemporary – Collective Regulatory Excellence to share ideas, explore the evolving regulatory landscape and strengthen connections across the profession.

But CORO 2026 was about more than just the conference. We were delighted to showcase the very best of Adelaide and South Australia, with delegates experiencing some of our state’s incredible food, wine, culture and hospitality from the stunning Mortlock Chamber and Adelaide Botanic Gardens to the Adelaide Hills and beyond.

A huge thank you to everyone who travelled to Adelaide and helped make CORO 2026 such a memorable event, and to our partners at the Legal Professional Conduct Commissioner for joining us in proudly hosting this year’s conference.

We hope you enjoyed experiencing a little taste of South Australia and returned home with new ideas, valuable connections and plenty of great memories.

27/08/2026

Join us for the 2026 Brad Selway Lecture, an annual event recognising the enduring legacy and contribution of the late Brad Selway to the South Australian legal profession and the broader community.

This year's lecture will feature The Honourable Justice Stephen McDonald, Federal Court of Australia (SA), speaking on 𝘊𝘩𝘦𝘤𝘬 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘱𝘳𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘭𝘦𝘨e! 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘤𝘦𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘗𝘢𝘳𝘭𝘪𝘢𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘊𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘵𝘴.

Justice McDonald will explore the law relating to Parliamentary Privilege and its intersection with the work of the courts, including recent cases and developments concerning Article 9 of the Bill of Rights and the production and use of documents and evidence relating to proceedings in Parliament.

Registration is complimentary for Members and Non-Members and includes light refreshments and mezze platters.

Register now 👉 https://ow.ly/nhmG50ZFs3R

26/08/2026

In the August Riskwatch article, Daniel Wasiewicz looks at the risks legal practitioners should consider when taking on work outside their usual legal practice.
From reviewing AI outputs and answering one-off legal queries to preparing documents online or completing paid tasks through gig economy platforms, what may seem like harmless extra work can carry professional and insurance risks.

Key questions to consider:
🔸 Does the work involve the provision of legal services?
🔸 Whose legal practice is the work being performed through?
🔸 Are you properly insured?

Read the full article here: https://ow.ly/W70550ZFrPX
Riskwatch is a monthly Bulletin article highlighting topical risk management issues, including emerging risks, PII claim activity and changes to the law.

25/08/2026

We are excited to announce that nominations for the 2026 Law Society Awards are now open!

The Society's Awards highlight the outstanding efforts of South Australian legal professionals and this year's winner will be announced at the 2026 Legal Profession Annual Dinner on Thursday, 29 October 2026. These awards promote a culture of continual excellence and achievement amongst the profession, and they provide the Society with a meaningful way to recognise and reward those who exceed expectations.

We encourage Members to nominate colleagues whose achievements deserve recognition. Your participation will not only spotlight the efforts of your colleagues but also help foster a culture of excellence and acknowledgment within our profession.

Nominations are invited for the :
🎖️Emerging Lawyer of the Year Award
🎖️Justice Award
🎖️Mary Kitson Award
🎖️Pro Bono Award
🎖️Regional Practitioner of the Year Award
🎖️First Nations Lawyer Award
🎖️Outstanding First Nations Law Student Award

Nominations close COB Friday, 18 September 2026, head to the link for more information or to nominate 🔗
https://ow.ly/jr2450ZF192

21/08/2026

Congratulations to the 27 law graduates who were admitted this week!

This marks a significant milestone in your professional journey, and we commend each of you for the dedication, perseverance, and hard work that has brought you to this moment.

Phoenix Bedi
Dylan Bhindi
Edward Boyd
Erini Cakouros
Emma Colovic
Isabella Conner
Courtney Downing
Xianer Han
Charlotte Hayes
William Jackson
Judy Liu
Daniel Manera
Jessica March
Dina Mendis
Abbey Newsome
Angelique Patsouris
Kalissa Poulos
William Ross
Poppy Scaife
Thomas Schell
Satwinder Sher Gill
Shreyans Sheth
Akash Stallan
Tommy Temesi
Samantha Valerio
Callum Wegener
Jin Yoon

20/08/2026

Join the South Australian legal profession at Adelaide Oval on Thursday 29 October for the 2026 Annual Dinner, featuring a distinguished guest speaker, fine food, and premium South Australian wines.

We’re delighted to welcome The Hon. Justice Richard Beasley, Justice of the NSW Land and Environment Court and acclaimed author of 𝘏𝘦𝘭𝘭 𝘏𝘢𝘴 𝘏𝘢𝘳𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘝𝘪𝘦𝘸𝘴, as our guest speaker.

Adelaide-raised and educated, Justice Beasley started his legal career here. He has had a stellar career as a barrister, Royal Commissioner and author. He has been involved in several high-profile Commissions, including the Special Commission of Inquiry into the Ruby Princess, and was the inaugural River Murray Commissioner. We can expect an engaging and insightful address.
The evening will be black tie, with Belinda Heggen as Master of Ceremonies.

Registration Includes:
• Pre-dinner drinks in the Ian McLachlan Room
• A seasonal three-course dinner
• Premium South Australian wines, local beers and non-alcoholic beverages
• A Wine Wall featuring 120+ premium wines with proceeds supporting the President’s charity, headspace
• Music from DJ Ant Williams to dance the night away
• Discounted accommodation rate at the Oval Hotel

Early-bird pricing below closes 5 pm on Friday, 11 September 2026
Members: $230.00 pp
Non-members: $270.00 pp
Table of 10: $2,250.00

Purchase your ticket here: https://ow.ly/8wr850ZBHoV

19/08/2026

Heading to a school career night, careers expo or speaking with students about a career in law?

The Law Society of South Australia has developed a new “Pathway to Becoming a Legal Practitioner” presentation to help practitioners showcase the profession and inspire the next generation of lawyers.

The free resource covers:
🎓 University and study options
⚖️ Areas of legal practice and the role of lawyers
👩‍⚖️ The difference between solicitors and barristers
📚 Practical Legal Training and admission requirements
💼 Career pathways and opportunities
💰 Salary insights

Whether you're presenting at a school, participating in a careers panel or speaking with students considering a legal career, this presentation provides an easy-to-follow overview of the pathway into the profession.

📥 Download the free presentation and help students explore a career in law: https://ow.ly/nSzX50ZB9KN

17/08/2026

Join us for the 2026 Family Law Spring Drinks on Friday, 18 September 2026 at Saracens Head Hotel.

This annual event is hosted by the Law Society’s Family Law Committee and is a great opportunity to catchup and network with the South Australia Family Law community.

Registration includes drinks and canapés.
Member: $50 | Non-Member: $70

Register now via the link 🔗 https://ow.ly/fxYR50ZAjVN

Thank you to our major sponsor LEAP Family Law

13/08/2026

With the legal profession now subject to Australia’s AML/CTF regime, as at 6 August, AUSTRAC has reported that 6,420 legal practices have enrolled across Australia.
Across all newly regulated professions, current enrolment numbers are understood to represent only around half of the businesses expected to enrol.

If your practice provides designated services under the new AML/CTF obligations and you haven’t yet enrolled, it’s not too late to take action.

AUSTRAC is expected to increase its focus on compliance as implementation progresses, including businesses that have not met their enrolment and other AML/CTF obligations.

⚠️ Don’t wait until you’re contacted. Check whether your practice needs to enrol and make sure you understand your obligations.

The Law Society’s AML/CTF Hub brings together guidance, resources and practical information to assist South Australian legal practices with their obligations.
🔗 Visit the AML/CTF Hub: https://ow.ly/sIwQ50Zz9H7

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