Fundamentals Webinar Series
Discover the essential building blocks of various legal practice areas and skills with the ACT Law Society's Fundamental Webinar Series. Designed for both new and experienced lawyers, our monthly sessions offer insights into key issues and practice areas. Whether you're looking to expand your expertise or stay updated on legal developments, there's something for everyone. Join us on the last Tuesday of each month for practical knowledge and professional growth.
Tuesday 30 April 2024
Power of Attorney Basics
This session will explain all the basics to making an Enduring Power of Attorney including:
- What is an Enduring Power of Attorney?
- Who can be an attorney?
- Who can make a power of attorney – what is a solicitor's role in determining whether someone has capacity to make an Enduring Power of Attorney?
- Why make an Enduring Power of Attorney and what happens if you do not make an Enduring Power of Attorney?
And other important things to think about when preparing and advising on Enduring Powers of Attorney
Details
- When: Tuesday 30 April, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
- Where: In person at the ACT Law Society or Online Live Streaming Webinars - a zoom link will be sent the day of the event
- Cost: Members - $50, New Lawyers and Students - $25, Non-members $70
- CPD: Members will receive 1 point in Core Area 4
Court Etiquette Basics
Join Katrina Musgrove and Kate Martin to learn Court Etiquette Basics and master the art of courtroom decorum. Discover why etiquette and civility are paramount, what the court expects from you, and the crucial steps of proceedings. Learn key skills for new lawyers, appropriate attire, and how to interact with court staff. From entering the courtroom to addressing the court and opponents, we'll cover it all—including how to prepare for court, handle common issues, and advocate effectively for your client.
Details
- When: Tuesday 30 April, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
- Where: In person at the ACT Law Society or Online Live Streaming Webinars - a zoom link will be sent the day of the event
- Cost: Members - $50, New Lawyers and Students - $25, Non-members $70
- CPD: Members will receive 1 point in Core Area 3
Reduced rates may be available to some of our members to ensure equal training opportunities. Please make contact to discuss your eligibility.
Registration
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Power of Attorney Basics
Power of Attorney Basics Registration - Member (In-person registration) $50.00(GST incl.) Add to Cart Power of Attorney Basics Registration - New Lawyer and Student Member (In-person registration) $25.00(GST incl.) Add to Cart Power of Attorney Basics Registration - Member (Online live-streaming webinar) $50.00(GST incl.) Add to Cart Power of Attorney Basics Registration - New Lawyer and Student Member (Online live-streaming webinar) $25.00(GST incl.) Add to Cart Power of Attorney Basics Registration - Non-Member (Online live-streaming webinar) $70.00(GST incl.) Add to Cart -
Court Etiquette Basics
Court Etiquette Basics Registration - Member (Online live-streaming webinar) $50.00(GST incl.) Add to Cart Court Etiquette Basics Registration - New Lawyers + Student Member (Online live-streaming webinar) $25.00(GST incl.) Add to Cart Court Etiquette Basics Registration - Non-Member (Online live-streaming webinar) $70.00(GST incl.) Add to Cart Court Etiquette Basics Registration - Member (In-person Registration) $50.00(GST incl.) Add to Cart Court Etiquette Basics Registration - New Lawyer or Student Member (In-person Registration) $25.00(GST incl.) Add to Cart
Schedule
Fundamentals Webinar Series - April 2024
Tuesday 30 April 2024
12:00pm - 1:00pm: Power of Attorney Basics
1:30pm - 2:30pm: Court Etiquette Basics
Speakers
Power of Attorney Basics
Lauren Babic, Thomson Geer
Lauren's practice comprises estate and succession law, and elder law. Lauren works closely with clients to ensure they have an effective estate plan where she drafts Wills, testamentary trusts, special disability trusts, Enduring Powers of Attorney and Superannuation Death Benefit Nominations to reflect clients’ unique circumstances. She administers estates and secures Grants of Probate across the ACT, NSW, and Victorian jurisdictions. Lauren also acts in various dispute matters including family provision claims, claims in relation to the validity of wills and equitable claims.
Court Etiquette Basics
Katrina Musgrove
Barrister -LLM, LLB (1ST CLASS HONS), BHOSP
Katrina was called to the Bar in 2016. Her areas of practice include criminal law, coronial inquests and inquiries, Royal Commissions, care and protection proceedings, professional discipline, administrative law and judicial review. Katrina’s legal background is as a criminal prosecutor for the Commonwealth and ACT DPP. She has appeared in a wide range of matters including jury trials, appeals, sentences and bail applications before the ACT Supreme Court and NSW District Court. She also has extensive hearing experience in the lower courts and tribunals, and is a member of the NSW Legal Aid indictable criminal law barrister panel. Katrina’s areas of practice include administrative and judicial review, care and protection, coronial law, criminal law, planning law, professional discipline and royal commissions.
Katrina is passionate about effective and persuasive advocacy, which starts well before you enter the courtroom. As a highly experienced advocate, Katrina is well placed to provide helpful insight to new practitioners on courtroom etiquette and advocacy.
Kate Martin
Kate was admitted to practice in 2021. She is currently a solicitor at Moray and Agnew, practising in insurance litigation. Prior to being admitted Kate was the associate to Justice Mossop and then to Associate Justice McWilliam (as her Honour then was) of the ACT Supreme Court.
In her practice Kate appears regularly in the ACT Courts before Registrars, Magistrates and Judges. She also serves as a member of the ACT Law Society’s New Lawyers Committee.