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Criminal Law Conference 2025 30 May 2025

The 2025 Criminal Law Conference is coming soon! Hear Helen Roebuck speak on DNA and His Honour Judge Grant Brady SC on the art of argument. Check out the full 3-day program.
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Flood victims urged to seek free legal help 23 May 2025

Specialist disaster lawyers are now providing free legal assistance to NSW flood victims to help them deal with multiple issues including disputes with insurance companies.
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From left to right, Legal Aid NSW Disability and Carer Network co-chairs Jacob Orrock-Steuart and Lauren Watts with executive sponsor Jackie Finlay at the Australian Disability Network's IMPACT 2025 conference.

Legal Aid News – May 2025 19 May 2025

In May's Legal Aid News, we highlight NSW Law Week (19–25 May), celebrate our Disability and Carer Network being named a finalist in the national Disability Confidence Awards, and more.
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