The 8th Legal Practice Management Course pursuant to section 75C of the Legal Profession Act will be conducted over 3 full days on 7, 14 and 21 February 2007. Since 2006, the Course has been restructured into a comprehensive 3-day programme based on participant feedback as well as the evolving demands of practice, yet retaining the tried and tested core topics of previous intakes.

If you are admitted as a solicitor on or after 1 March 1997 and you wish to practise on your own account or in partnership or as director of a law corporation, you are required, as one of the pre-conditions, to complete this Course.

This Course is a vital toolkit containing all the fundamentals you need to start and manage your law practice. Topics covered include:

Registration fees are $840 for members and $1,260 for non-members (inclusive of 5% GST). Where attendance is mandatory, please register your interest by completing the Notice of Registration. Members attending on a mandatory basis may, upon written request to June Tan, Director of Training & CPD, pay the fee over a 2-month period.

Practitioners interested in learning about planning and managing their legal practice more effectively may also attend 1 or more full-day modules of this 3-day course on a voluntary basis. Watch this space for more information on how to register for this Course or e-mail June Tan at cpd@lawsoc.org.sg to be kept updated via e-mail.

To register, please download the form here!

Practitioners, legal professionals and their support staff spend more time using a word processing program than any other computer application. Yet, many of us treat the word processing program as a typewriter rather than as a productivity tool.

The 2nd run of this sold-out Workshop introduced last year is taught by a practising lawyer and specifically designed to help you use word processing software more effectively to get more done in less time. Learn about outlines, document mapping, style sheets, tracking changes, reviewing documents - features essential in a law office or legal department yet not used often enough.

Limited to 30 places, so register early! To register, please download the form here!

The resolution of cross border disputes is becoming more sophisticated. Increasingly, parties are choosing to resolve disputes away from the courts through the use of international arbitration. PricewaterhouseCoopers embarked on a ground-breaking and standard-setting study which introduced empirical methods in the study of international arbitration to gauge the level of knowledge about international arbitration among a wide sample of corporations around the world and to test leading in-house counsel on certain myths and perceptions about international arbitration.

The Law Society of Singapore and the Singapore Institute of Arbitrators proudly present a talk that will cover the key findings of this survey and discuss the opportunities for Singapore and the Singapore legal fraternity in the light of these findings, in particular the demand for the development of stronger regional arbitration centres, including Singapore.

Places are limited, so register early to secure your seat.

To register, please download the form here!

There have been many changes in the environment affecting Trusts in Singapore. This half day seminar by STEP Singapore aims to address three main areas:

1. the legal environment for trusts;
2. the regulatory environment for trust companies; and
3. the tax efficient trust structures.

This is the first annual Continuing Professional Development seminar organised by STEP Singapore for its members as well as practitioners within the trust and estate industry in general. Through such seminars, STEP Singapore aims to provide regular and timely updates to the industry in the areas of trusts and estates, executorship, administration and related taxes.

For more information, please contact Janice or Yenny at 6225 2393 or email secretariat@step.org.sg.

To register, please download the form here!

To register, please download the form here!

The Singapore Institute of Arbitrators warmly invites members to their 25th Anniversary Gala Dinner themed 'The Changing Face of Arbitration'. This Gala event celebrates the development of arbitration in Singapore and the significant role SIArb has played in this evolution over the past 25 years. Associate Professor Ho Peng Kee, Senior Minister of State for Law & Home Affairs, Singapore, will grace the occasion as Guest-of-Honour.

More details at www.intellitrain.biz/siarb. For enquiries, please call 6323 4515 or e-mail SIArb@intellitrain.biz.

1. Module 1, Part 1 - Basic accounting principles/concepts
2. Module 1, Part 2 - Understanding and interpreting financial statements
3. Module 2 - Advanced accounting principles/concepts and Using financial statements

Module 1 provides the foundations upon which Module 2 is based. You may choose to attend either or both Modules. Limited to 30 participants only.

To register, please download the form here!

To register, please download the form here!

In this seminar jointly presented by the Singapore Institute of Arbitrators and the Law Society, we will examine the arbitration process through the eyes of a protagonist, and provide insight into the thought processes of the business person, which, at times, may be unfathomable to those in the legal profession. The talk will also give business persons an overview of the practicalities of managing an arbitration proceeding.

To register, please download the form here!

The Law Society is pleased to present this seminar by two Queen’s Counsel from Fountain Court Chambers in London, Mr. Michael Brindle QC and Mr. Raymond Cox QC, who will discuss the current problems in relation to choices of law which arise in arbitrations as well as common issues of conflicts of interests that confront arbitrators.

This update is recommended for all lawyers who practise arbitration law, arbitrators, law academics, in-house counsel/legal officers who manage disputes for their organisations as well as experts who work closely with arbitrators and counsel in arbitrations.

To register, please download the form here!

Please click on the following links to view the brochure of individual seminars:

To register, please download the form here!

Recent Trends in ICSID Arbitration
21 Sep 2006, 5.15-7.30pm, The Executives’ Club, OCBC Centre

Jointly organised with the Singapore Academy of Law, this evening seminar by Ms Margrete Stevens, Acting Lead Counsel of the World Bank Group’s International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes, will examine recent trends and developments in ICSID arbitration as well as discuss recent cases. Other issues that may be explored include:

• ICSID arbitration involving Asian parties, particularly whether there have been any discernible emerging trends of South-South investment arbitration and the effectiveness of ICSID arbitration for Asian parties; and
• mediation/conciliation of investment disputes.

View/download the flyer here!

Official Launch of the Insolvency Practitioners Association of Singapore Limited (IPAS) & Inaugural IPAS Conference
2 November 2006, 8.30am-5.30pm, Grand Hyatt Singapore

Proudly organised by IPAS, Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Singapore and the Law Society of Singapore

This occasion marks the official launch of the Insolvency Practitioners Association of Singapore Limited (IPAS) which was set up with the view of ensuring a high level of professional competence and ethical conduct of insolvency practitioners for the benefit of the public. Its founding members are the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Singapore and the Law Society of Singapore. Senior Minister of State for Law & Home Affairs, Associate Professor Ho Peng Kee will grace the launch as Guest-of-Honour and deliver the Keynote Address.

In conjunction with the launch of IPAS, the inaugural IPAS Conference features a luminary panel of insolvency experts, including Justice VK Rajah and Justice Gavin Lightman, who will discuss current issues such as the duties of insolvency practitioners, their remuneration, corporate governance for financially distressed companies, insolvency law reform in Singapore, schemes of arrangement and cross border insolvency law and restructuring issues.

The target audience for the Conference includes academics, accountants, bankers, directors, government officials, in-house counsel, lawyers, legal officers, regulators and other professionals who deal with insolvency issues.

For more details or to reserve your place at this Conference, please visit www.intellitrain.biz/IPAS.

Small Firms Practice Management Series 2006
6, 13, 20 & 27 Sep 2006, 5.15-7.30pm, The Law Society

After two successful runs in 2003 and 2005, the Law Society is pleased to bring you its 3rd Small Firm Practice Management Series. This year’s Series is a collaboration between the Small Law Firms Practice Committee and the Continuing Professional Development Committee. This Series aims to provide practical guidance to help lawyers from small practices and their support staff with the knowledge, skills and competencies to better manage their practices. While the learning points shared apply generally to all law firms alike, issues especially relevant for small practices are highlighted.

Taught by subject matter experts in client care and ethics, law practice management and law practice accounting, this series is a MUST ATTEND for any legal professional or support staff in need of an update or overview on the rules of practice and ethics and fundamentals of managing a small law practice. Its modular format enables participants to select the topics of relevance or interest to them.

Participants from small law practices attend at ˝ price!

View/download the flyer here!

Nuts & Bolts Series 2006: Civil Procedure
22 Aug 2006, 2.30-6pm, Grand Plaza Parkroyal

Organised by the Civil Practice and Continuing Professional Development Committees of the Law Society with the support of the Subordinate Courts of Singapore, this seminar takes a practical and interactive approach in discussing 3 key aspects of recent developments in civil procedure:

1. Modes of Commencement
2. Summary Judgment
3. Enforcement of Judgments

This seminar is part of the Law Society’s ongoing Nuts & Bolts Series which aims to provide participants with opportunities to learn or be updated update with the basics of a core area of legal practice. Do not miss this valuable opportunity to hear from Professor Jeffrey Pinsler, Mr. Earnest Lau and our panel of experienced litigation lawyers!

View/download the flyer here!

Updates and Opportunities in Singapore Trusts
16 Aug 2006, 2.00-6.00pm, NUS Extension, Park Mall

This Seminar, jointly organised by the Law Society of Singapore and the Society of Trust & Estate Practitioners (Singapore), aims to provide a quick update in the area of private trusts as well as highlight opportunities for legal and other professionals in this rapidly growing industry. The panel of experienced legal and trust practitioners will address a gamut of current issues in the light of the recent legislative and other changes in the trust industry. Issues covered include:

• Overview of Trust Business and Opportunities
• Tax Aspects in Foreign and Domestic Trusts
• Trusts in Wealth Management
• Will Drafting Issues in the Context of the Amended Trustees Act (including embedded testamentary trusts)

This Seminar is recommended for any lawyer, in-house counsel, trust and/or estate practitioner interested in an update in recent developments and current issues, as well as to understand the opportunities available for the various inter-disciplinary professionals who are involved in providing trust advisory, structuring and administration services.

View/download the flyer here!

For a limited period only, a special discounted rate of $100 will be offered to Law Society members for selected seminars.

Please click on the following links to view the brochure of individual seminars:

To register, please download the form here!

Nuts & Bolts Series: Updates in Real Estate Law & Practice
8 Aug 2006, 2.30-6.00pm, Furama City Centre

Join us for this update on real estate law and the practice of conveyancing and property transactions with our panel of experienced practitioners. Topics covered include:

1. An overview of recent case law developments and procedural changes;
2. An examination of various legal pitfalls in enbloc transactions; and
3. 3. Best practices in conveyancing practice.

The seminar will round off with an interactive panel discussion and question & answer session. Recommended for all lawyers in conveyancing practice or practising real estate law, in-house counsel, conveyancing paralegals, real estate agents or anyone interested in developments in real estate law and practice.

View/download the flyer here!

Classification Societies have made tremendous contribution to safety of life at sea. However, what is not so apparent (perhaps being taken for granted) is that in almost every layer of the shipping industry as a commercial undertaking, the Classification Society plays a uniquely pivotal role. Without which, a shipowner would bring upon himself painful financial and commercial consequences. In port entry requirements, insurance coverage of ship and cargo, liability coverage, carriage of goods at sea, in ship charters, ship sales, shipbuilding contracts or towing contracts, it is a warranty or even a condition that the subject vessel must be a classed and class maintained vessel or it must conform to a certain classification standard.

What recourse is therefore open to parties who rely on the accuracy and sanctity of Classification Certificates? In this seminar by the Singapore Institute of Arbitrators, the speaker will use English precedents to examine the duty of care expected from the Classification Societies and the consequences that follow.

For more information, please view/download the flyer here or contact +65 6220 1091 or e-mail siarb@intellitrain.biz.

Contract law is the operating system that underpins commercial law, and is fundamental for a proper understanding of commercial transactions. It is an area of law which never stays still, and constantly evolves by statutory intervention and judge-made law. This seminar provides a broad overview of developments in contract law in Singapore since 2001, and also refers to major developments in commonwealth jurisdictions. The following areas will be explored:

1. Vitiating Factors
2. Privity of Contract
3. Contractual terms in commercial transactions
4. Termination and Breach of Contract
5. New approaches to damages for breach

In addition, where possible, this seminar will consider and discuss the practical implications of these developments for commercial lawyers involved in drafting, negotiating or litigating contracts. A must-attend for all lawyers, in-house counsel, legal officers and anyone interested in an update in the law of contract.

View/download the flyer here!

NUS-SID 2006 Conference – "Transforming Your Board"
20 Jul 2006, 8.30am-5.30pm, Ritz-Carlton Singapore

The National University of Singapore and the Singapore Institute of Directors jointly presently their fourth annual conference. This year’s conference themed “Transforming Your Board” will facilitate the exchange of views amongst corporate leaders, business practitioners, professionals and academics on worldwide corporate governance concerns relating to board and management succession, effective management of the Board-CEO relationship and institutional investors’ expectations of boards. The Opening Address will be given by Mrs Lim Hwee Hua, Minister of State for Finance and for Transport. The three keynote speakers and their topics are:

• Mr David Daniel, US-based CEO of Spencer Stuart - “Board and CEO Succession”
• Mr Patrick Dunne, Group Communications Director of UK-based 3i Group plc -“Building an Effective Board-CEO Relationship”
• Mr Peter C. Clapman, US-based CEO of Governance for Owners USA Inc. and former Senior Vice President and Chief Counsel (Corporate Governance) of TIAA-CREF, one of the largest pension funds in the world - “What Institutional Investors Expect of Boards”

See brochure for more details or contact the SID Secretariat at 6227 2838 or e-mail: secretariat@sid.org.sg.

Forensic Document & Handwriting Examination
13 Jul 2006, 5.30-7.30pm, The Law Society of Singapore

Whether you practice civil or criminal law, you may come across instances where there is a need to examine documents (computer-generated or otherwise) or handwriting more closely.

Join a forensic examiner for our introductory session which discusses the following issues:

1. the scope of the field of forensic document examination;
2. how to recognise and preserve the evidentiary potential of a document; and
3. the role of the forensic document examiner in court.

Limited places, so register early! View/download the flyer here!

A Multi-Disciplinary Approach to Workplace Safety & Health
25 Jul 2006, 2.30-6.30pm, NTUC Centre

The Law Society’s Corporate Practice Committee, together with the Ministry of Manpower and the Workplace Safety & Health Advisory Committee, are proud to collaborate on this seminar which aims to provide an inter-disciplinary discussion and exchange on the Workplace Health & Safety Act (WHSA) and the ensuing subsidiary legislation.

An illustrious panel of speakers will contribute to the discussion from the regulatory, industry and legal perspectives to lend a broader and more in-depth understanding of the legal and implementation issues relating to the new occupational safety and health framework in the months after the new Act came into force.

View/download the flyer here!

LAWNET Training Centre and the Law Society present a highly interactive Workshop which aims to provide lawyers and legal support staff with an overview of the features of and hands-on training in the following conveyancing-related legal information services offered by LawNet:

• STARS e-Lodgment Application
• INTEREQ Application

This Workshop is divided into 2 Modules and participants can choose to attend either Module or both Modules. Limited to 20 places per Module so register early! SDF funding available for those who register for both Modules.

View/download the flyer here!

The Law Society and the Singapore Institute of Arbitrators are proud to present an interactive discussion and networking session with two eminent arbitrators, Mr Neil Kaplan CBE QC and Dr Robert Gaitskell QC, who share their thoughts and ideas on international commercial arbitration practice. Topics discussed include current issues in international arbitration, including how to deal with conflicting technical expert evidence, how to make the best use of hearing time and why arbitration remains a popular form of international dispute resolution.

View/download the flyer here!

Public policy is a highly debated topic globally and in Singapore today. It is particularly pronounced in arbitration as it is one of the most popular grounds commonly used by parties to set aside Arbitration Awards in Singapore courts. But it remains a complex, academic and highly controversial subject. So far, there have been no successful attempts in Singapore to set aside Awards on this ground, yet.

This introductory session will attempt to cover the basic principles and issues of public policy as well as case studies from overseas and locally.

The session is expected to benefit general law practitioners interested in the subject of international arbitration or newly admitted solicitors & advocates.

View/download the flyer here!

Law Society members enjoy preferential rates. Additional special discounts apply for delegates from small law practices! View/download the flyer here!

1st April 2006 marks the first anniversary of the Law Society’s vMCPD Scheme – a 2-year pilot project to deliver more varied and value-added Training & Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programmes to members and to gather data for the future implementation of a mandatory CPD scheme for the profession. During vMCPD, members are encouraged to attend CPD Programmes voluntarily and no mandatory standards or reporting requirements are imposed. Find out more about vMCPD.

Did you know that:

This 1st year of the pilot has been a successful one, thanks to our members, CPD delegates, collaboration partners and training providers!

To say a big “thank you!” for your support, the CPD Committee will soon offer attractive discounts of 10-20% for all on-line registrations and payments for Law Society CPD programmes, so you have even more reason to make a commitment to continuing excellence. Watch out for more details to be announced shortly!

Latest Legal Issues & Developments in the Governance of Voluntary Welfare Organisations

Join us for this timely update on the latest issues and developments in the law governing voluntary welfare organizations ("VWOs"). Topics covered include:

1. Legal Nature of VWOs
2. Powers of Charity Trustees and / or VWOs
3. Duties of Charity Trustees and / or VWOs
4. Remedies available for breach of charitable trusts / purposes
5. Managing disputes vis-ŕ-vis third parties

Places are limited, so register early! View/download the flyer here!
 

With a variety of over 100 events featuring experienced practitioners and other experts conducted within the past 2 years, the CPD Committee has collated a wealth of reference materials from these seminars, workshops and conferences. While simply purchasing these materials is not a substitute for attending our on-site CPD programmes, the Law Society is pleased to announce that materials from its past Training & Continuing Professional Development events are now available for purchase. This is in an effort to share these valuable resources with more members. For more details, please refer to the CPD Portal under “Resources”.
 

22 Mar 2006, 5.30-7.30pm, The Law Society of Singapore

Islamic law codifies beliefs that are deeply held by a significant proportion of the world’s population and which those believers consider to be immutable. Interestingly, even in the West, it has been observed that Muslim lawyers serve a new generation of immigrants more willing to bring traditional disputes to secular courts. For those living and working in Singapore, where 15% of the population embraces Islam (according to the Census of Population 2000) and 60% of the population in neighbouring Malaysia is Muslim, understanding the fundamental principles of Syariah or Islamic jurisprudence becomes critical in the context of work and personal relationships. Featuring 2 experienced Muslim law practitioners, this seminar is targeted at non-Muslims who wish to gain a deeper understanding of both the substantive and procedural aspects of Syariah law.

View/download the flyer here or register on-line now!
 

1, 7 & 15 Mar 2006, 9am-5.30pm, The Law Society of Singapore

The 7th Legal Practice Management Course has been restructured and includes new topics of current relevance to practitioners such as anti-money laundering regulations, expanded sections on Owning and Managing a Law Practice, Professional Ethics and Financial Management and a session on PrimeLaw. If you are admitted to practice after 1 March 1997, you are required to complete this course pursuant to section 75C of the Legal Profession Act in order to practise on your own. Where attendance is mandatory, please register your interest by completing the Notice of Registration.

The Course is also vital for any member who wishes to start his own practice or to manage it better. Those interested to attend the Course on a voluntary basis can now register for 1 or more of 3 full-day Modules:
 

Day 1:	Owning and Managing a Law Practice Priming Your Practice for Success Managing Operational Risk through PRIMELAW
Day 2:	Financial Management of Your Law Practice Understanding Solicitors’ Accounts Rules
Day 3:	A Lawyer’s Ethical Obligations The Law Society’s Mandatory Professional Indemnity Scheme The Legal Profession Act & Relevant Rules - Your Obligations & Privileges

First 10 voluntary registrants from small practices enjoy a 60% subsidy from the Law Society on the course fees!
 

9 Jan 2006, 3.30-6.30pm, CPA House, Singapore

The Insolvency Practitioners Association of Singapore Limited (IPAS) is organising a Roundtable Discussion on ‘Recent Trends & Developments in Corporate Insolvency Law’ on 9 January 2006 from 3.30 to 6.30pm. This roundtable discussion focuses on the leading pronouncements on corporate insolvency law delivered by the Singapore Courts in the last few years.

Emphasis will be placed on case law in certain areas where there is noteworthy local jurisprudence, including schemes of arrangement, avoidance of transactions and insolvency office-holders’ duties and rights. The extent to which local courts have recently departed from, developed or modified the law from other Commonwealth jurisdictions to suit the Singapore context will also be examined. More details available in the seminar flyer or at www.icpas.org.sg.
 

20 Feb 2006, 9am-6pm, Intellitrain Pte Ltd, Singapore

Successful managers know that profitability depends not just on product, price and processes, but on people. Relationship management is a vital component of virtually every end of the business chain: from creating thriving partnerships to aligning forces within your organisation; from winning customers to maintaining their loyalty through unbeatable service.

This practical and interactive workshop will give you the skills to create sustainable relationships with partners, employees, vendors and customers, both within your business and across cultures. Law Society members enjoy a preferential workshop rate. Limited places so register early!

View/download the flyer here now!
 

13 Jan 2006, 3-6pm, The Law Society of Singapore

A staggering 55% of alliances and 78% of mergers and acquisitions fall apart within three years of conception. Most alliances fail because alliance partners do not understand their own or their partners’ true interests and expectations. How do you and your client ensure that you are in the ‘winning’ minority?

Whether you are a lawyer, corporate counsel, shareholder, company director or partner in a firm, this Workshop helps you understand why the art of the deal is more analogous to matchmaking than to the art of war.

Register early as places are limited. View/download the flyer here or register on-line now!
 

16 Feb 2006, 9am-5.30pm, Supreme Court Auditorium, Singapore

This century is an exciting and evolutionary time for the legal profession. Fundamental and sacred principles, including the lawyer’s privileged relationship with clients and self regulation, are under review and scrutiny. Lawyers have to re-think the way they manage their practices in the context of changing client expectations, business practices, international/cross-border initiatives, technological advances and new business structures. The Law Society’s ‘The Future of the Legal Profession’ Conference aims to promote an in-depth discussion and sharing of ideas amongst members from small to large law practices on the various issues facing our profession and law practices. Be part of this rare opportunity to take stock of where our profession and law practices are heading, and key issues and challenges in the next decade. More details on our Conference website at www.lawsociety.org.sg/thefuture. For enquiries, contact June Tan at cpd@lawsoc.org.sg or (65) 6557 2747.
 

25 Jan 2006, 5.30-7pm, The Law Society of Singapore

You are either worried sick over the ‘what ifs’ in life or you have not given it any thought at all. Either way, you will suffer a big financial blow when the ‘what ifs’ strike you unprepared.

Are you over or under-insured? Should you mix savings and investments with your insurance? This workshop in our Money Matters Series looks at how much coverage you really need and whether your existing policies suit you.

View/download the flyer here or register on-line now!
 

25 Nov 2005, 5.30-7.30pm, The Law Society of Singapore

One of the most common areas of construction disputes concerns variations. Do not miss this session which will examine the following issues:

1. What constitutes a valid variation?
2. What are the differences between measurement and lump sum contracts in respect of variations?
3. SIA variation provisions
4. Methods of valuing variations

Places are limited so register early! View/download the flyer here or register on-line now!
 

24-28 October 2005, Swissotel Merchant Court, Singapore

The Sarbanes-Oxley Act (‘SOX’) has been described as ‘the most broad-sweeping legislation’ since the Securities Act of the 1930s. Join this comprehensive programme to experience how the SOX applies to your role, your company and your industry. Sign up for modular workshops incorporating simulation exercises tailored for legal, finance, audit, IT and accounting professionals to gain an in-depth grasp of the implications of SOX. Law Society members and associate members enjoy a 15% discount.

View/download the flyer here or register on-line now!
 

29 September 2005, 3-6pm, The Law Society of Singapore

Historically the Singapore law of contract was the same as the English law. Now this is no longer true. In addition contract law is in a constant state of development in both jurisdictions.

Spend the afternoon with a leading authority on contract, Professor Michael Furmston as he shares his thoughts on recent developments in Singapore contract law. This seminar will discuss some interesting recent cases which highlight these developments with reference to:

•	mistake (Chwee Kin Keong v Digilandmall.com Pte Ltd; Tribune Investment Trust Inc. v Soosan Trading Co. Ltd);
•	undue influence (Bank of East Asia Ltd v Mody Sonal M & Ors); and
•	unconscionability, good faith and problems in contractual interpretation (MCST Plan No. 1933 v Liang Huat Aluminium Ltd).

View/download the flyer here or register on-line now!

20-21 October 2005, 9.30am-5.30pm, SCCI Building, Singapore

In conjunction with the Singapore Chinese Chamber Institute of Business (SCCIOB)

The Regional Practice Series on China Law comprises four modular 2-day seminars and covers key legal aspects of doing business in China from the legal system, tax, accounting, foreign currency control, contract law to dispute resolution. Led by the distinguished Professor Stephen Hsu (Dean and Professor of Law, School of American and Comparative Law, China University of Politics and Law, Beijing, PRC), this premium Series is recommended for legal professionals and anyone interested in setting up in or expanding their presence in China.

Module 2 (‘Laws on Foreign Investment’) focuses on China’s current laws on foreign investment, as well as introduces and analyses some novel, particular forms of investment a foreign investor may wish to consider.

View/download the flyer here or register on-line now!

30 September 2005, 6.15-8pm, Rendezvous Hotel, Singapore

The Law Society and the Singapore Institute of Arbitrators are proud to present an evening seminar featuring two world famous experts in international arbitration and chaired by Michael Hwang SC.

VV Veeder QC is one of the top QCs in England specialising in international arbitration and is considered by many to be the leading advocate in international arbitration at the English Bar. He will speak on ‘Foreign Law as Evidence or Argument’ and ‘Cross Examination before a Bicultural Tribunal’. Kenneth Rokison QC enjoyed a highly successful career as a commercial silk before deciding to become a full time arbitrator. He is arguably the most well-known English arbitrator in international arbitration and will speak on the topic ‘Different Styles of Submission in International Arbitration’.

A MUST-ATTEND seminar for all involved in international arbitrations!

View/download the flyer here or register on-line now!
 

20 September 2005, 5.30-7.30pm, The Law Society of Singapore

Led by Mr. Paul Downes (who acted in the 2 cases discussed), this seminar examines recent UK case law developments involving (a) Share Sale Agreements and (b) Freezing Injunctions and would of interest and relevance to practicing lawyers, corporate counsel and company directors and management alike.

The first discussion of Infiniteland v Artisan [2005] EWCA 758 focuses on how this case radically changes the test for adequate disclosure in a standard share sale agreement and raises difficult issues for those advising on the scope and terms of disclosure letters. The speaker will review the law, give guidance on how to approach disclosure and appropriate drafting of clauses to prevent prejudicing purchasers. The second discussion is of TCF v Bilgin [2004] EWHC 2732 where the well-established Chabra jurisdiction was challenged, the speaker will analyse the Chabra jurisdiction, the emerging C Inc jurisdiction and how they can operate to exclude corporate veil difficulties in freezing the underlying assets of a corporation, owned by a defendant, but against which no substantive cause of action exists.

View/download the flyer here or register on-line now!

Globalisation has ushered in a new era of universal services with Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) playing an emerging role in the 21st century economy, benefiting countries outsourcing and receiving the service. Our distinguished speakers, Prof Ravi Aron (Wharton School of University of Pennsylvania), an authority on Business Process Outsourcing, as well as Mr Allen Jacobs, a Client Solutions Executive of IBM Business Consulting Services, will share how companies can leverage on BPO to gain competitive advantage.

Read more about ‘Off-shoring Services: Singapore as one of the world’s top locations’. To sign up for the free event, please utilise the on-line registration by Monday, 22 August 2005. For enquiries, contact Ms Esther Tan at Tel: 6828 0286 or e-mail: esthertan@smu.edu.sg.

This 101 Workshop sheds light on how to maximise your efficiency and mobility as a lawyer, without compromising on security and confidentiality. Learn:

1. What a lawyer can do with a notebook (that you can’t do with a desktop)
2. What lawyers need to know about security, recoverability and usability of notebooks
3. What kind of notebook does a lawyer need?

Construction Law Conference 2005

For the 2nd year running, the Law Society of Singapore and the Society of Construction Law proudly present a joint annual Conference on construction law with the aim of promoting an exchange of perspectives and experiences between the various stakeholders in the construction industry. This full-day Conference brings together well-known practitioners in construction law for a discussion on recent developments and current issues affecting the construction industry. Topics to be covered include lessons from the Nicoll Highway collapse, a case law and a legislation update for the year, as well as discussion on Public Private Partnerships and the role of natural justice in construction arbitration.

View/download flyer here or register on-line now!

Continuing Professional Development ("CPD") Survey

The Law Society of Singapore is conducting a CPD Survey to:

1. Find out from its members how the Society can improve upon its CPD offerings for the profession; and
2. Gather input from law practices and organisations which employ paralegals on the type of paralegal training that the Society may develop to meet the needs of your practice/organisation/paralegals.

I would be grateful if you could please circulate this Survey to the relevant persons in your practice/organisation for their completion and return by 29 July 2005.

Should you have any queries, please contact Ms June Tan, Director of Training & CPD at junetan@lawsoc.org.sg or 6557 2747.

Your input is valuable to us in our planning and development of CPD programmes and we look forward to your continued support.

21st Century Ethics: Where are the OB Markers Now?

The Law Society proudly presents its inaugural forum on Legal Ethics. This Forum aims to facilitate a lively exchange between members of the Bar on issues of ethics and professional courtesy and their relevance in lawyering today. A luminary panel of senior lawyers from varying areas of practice as well as in-house will discuss issues such as decorum in court, punctuality, dealings with opposing counsel/clients/other parties in negotiations and transactional work. Hear senior lawyers share their candid views, experiences and anecdotes and come prepared to share your own. Places are limited, so register early!

Congratulations to our winners who will be entitled to attractive discounts at all CPD events for the period January-June 2005.

You or your Law Practice may be a contender for the awards in 2005. All it takes is active and regular participation in continuing professional development programmes organised by the Law Society. For enquiries, contact Ms June Tan, Director – Training & Continuing Professional Development at 6557 2747 or junetan@lawsoc.org.sg.

For a limited time only, Workshops in this Series will qualify for the Prime-Law Foundational Training Subsidy. This means that participants from small practices only pay 50% of the registration fee!

So look out for more details on these Workshops available soon.

Congratulations to these winners! In recognition of their continued support, they will be entitled to attractive discounts at all CPD events for the period January – June 2004.

You or your Law Practice too may be a contender for the awards in 2004. All it takes is active and regular participation in continuing professional development programs organized by the Law Society. For more enquires, please contact Ms June Tan, Director – Training & Continuing Professional Development at 6557 2747 or junetan@lawsoc.org.sg.


Mr Thio Shen Yi
Chairman
Continuing Professional Development Committee