The peak body representing women lawyers in NSW for the advancement of women in the legal profession.

11 May 2006

Dear Members & Colleagues

I was delighted to represent WLANSW as a guest of the Anglo-Australasian Lawyers Society last Wednesday and have the opportunity to hear Justice Ruth McColl AO speak on "Women and the Law" concerning the judicial appointment process.
A copy of her Honour's speech is at:
http://www.lawlink.nsw.gov.au/lawlink/Supreme_Court/ll_sc.nsf/pages/SCO_mccoll030506

It is pleasing to see that the upcoming female contingent of the Bar Readers course comprises over 40% of the total intake which perhaps reflects the hard work over the past five years with encouraging more women to the Bar. WLANSW invites you to their bi-annual "Female Bar Readers Welcome & Networking Lunch" this Friday 12th MayOur Newcastle chapter is also recommencing their monthly networking lunch this Friday. Details are noted below.

We have some fabulous events planned for June and I encourage you to join us on 8th June for "Success strategies for women in law", details below, followed by a special luncheon and presentation "Advancing Women in Law" by Senator the Hon Helen Coonan, Minister for Communications, Information Technology and the Arts, Deputy Leader of the Government in the Senate on 23rd June; further details shortly.

Wishing you and yours a very Happy Mothers Day, we look forward to seeing you at an event soon.

Louise Byrne
President

12 May 2006, Friday 12.45pm-2pm "Bar Readers Welcome & Networking Lunch". at the Buena Vista Cafe & Bar, Level 14, Supreme Law Courts Building, 184 Phillip St, Sydney. No charge; attendees pay for own lunch - view menu on the Buena Vista Café website Register your attendance: executive@womenlawyersnsw.org.au to ensure adequate seating.

12 May 2006, Friday 1.00pm Newcastle Networking 'Informal Gatherings'

Venue: Sticky Rice Thai Restaurant, 19 Scott Street, Newcastle

BYO, no need to book, just turn up! A great opportunity to network, catch up with the latest news and colleagues. These popular monthly 'gatherings' will continue on the 2nd Friday each month, so please diarise 9 June, 14 July, 11 August, 8 September, 13 October and 10 November.

16 May 2006, Tuesday 5.30pm-7.30pm UNIFEM "Women and Justice in Afghanistan" Judge Marzia Basel at Gilbert + Tobin Seminar Room, Level 37, 2 Park St, Sydney. Judge Marzia Basel is president of the Afghan Women Judges Association, which she founded in 2002. A former judge in the Public Security Court, both before and after the Taliban regime, Judge Basel served in a special category on the Loya Jirga Commission in 2002 and with various UN and other international agencies during the time of transition. Cost: UNIFEM Members $10, Visitors $20, Students $5
RSVP by Friday 12th May – places are limited to Jo McKenzie T: 0422 336 723 or
e-mail : jomck@bigpond.net.au www.unifem.org.au

8 June 2006, Thursday 5.30pm-7.30pm "Success strategies for women in law" hosted by Dibbs Abbott Stillman Enhance your visibility and credibility through dress and nonverbal communication with Jean Woo, image and personal branding expert for over 13 years with a background in law, publishing and professional services marketing. Do you want to generate more income without putting in more hours? Discover how in this session with nab. As Major Sponsors, nab already provide special packages and preferred rates for women in law so come along and find out how these and other exciting new initiatives can assist you in creating the lifestyle you may only be dreaming of. Members $15, Non-Members $25 Click here for further details and registration.

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The Insurance Law Conference 2006, 1st June, Sir Stamford at Circular Quay Attend the Insurance Law Conference and gain valuable insights delivered by industry insiders and key stakeholders. Click here for details and registration.

The 2nd Annual Corporate Law Conference 2006, 8th June, Sir Stamford at Circular Quay This event will be reviewing contemporary issues in corporate law and providing an update on the latest changes in legislation. Click here for details and registration.

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