Criminal Law updates, matters of relevance and interest to lawyers who practice in criminal law.
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A podcast series by Sophie Anderson, Paul Coady and Caitlin Akthar, with some special guests. Each episode will summarise 5 cases relevant to criminal lawyers in NSW. In this episode, Caitlin goes solo to highlight the following cases: Jenkinson v R [2024] NSWCCA 34 R v IP [2023] NSWCCA 314 Lupton v R [2024] NSWCCA 29 Khanat v R (Cth) [2024] NSWCCA…
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The Child Sexual Offence Evidence Program - with Leanne Mellor, Nguyen Ngo and Helen Shaw
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This episode of the podcast discusses the state-wide expansion of the Child Sexual Offence Evidence Program (CSOEP). This follows the extended pilot program at Sydney and Newcastle District Courts and is established by the Criminal Procedure Amendment (Child Sexual Offence Evidence) Act 2023 (NSW). This podcast features three of Legal Aid's more ex…
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A podcast series by Caitlin Akthar, Sophie Anderson and Paul Coady, with some special guests. Each episode will summarise 5 cases relevant to criminal lawyers in NSW. In this episode, Sophie and Caitlin highlight the following cases: R v Narouz [2024] NSWCCA 14 Wells v R [2024] NSWCCA 8 Hickey v Director of Public Prosecutions (NSW) [2024] NSWSC 19…
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A podcast series by Caitlin Akthar, Sophie Anderson and Paul Coady, with some special guests. Each episode will summarise 5 cases relevant to criminal lawyers in NSW. In this episode, Sophie and Caitlin highlight the following cases: Elwood v Director of Public Prosecutions [2023] NSWSC 772 Tuxford v Director of Public Prosecutions [2023] NSWSC 130…
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A podcast series by Paul Coady, Caitlin Akthar and Sophie Anderson with some special guests. Each episode will summarise 5 cases relevant to criminal lawyers in NSW. In this episode, Caitlin and Paul highlight the following cases: ZXT (a pseudonym) v R [2023] NSWCCA 222 TM v R [2023] NSWCCA 185 Waldron v R [2023] NSWCCA 128 Ngo v R [2023] NSWCCA 20…
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A podcast series by Paul Coady, Caitlin Akthar and Sophie Anderson, with some special guests. Each episode will summarise 5 cases relevant to criminal lawyers in NSW. In this episode Paul and Sophie highlight the following cases: BDO v The Queen [2023] HCA 16 AB v R [2023] NSWCCA 165 XU v R [2023] NSWCCA 93 Al-Salmani v King [2023] NSWCCA 83 Commis…
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A podcast series by Paul Coady, Caitlin Akthar and Sophie Anderson, with some special guests. Each episode will summarise 5 cases relevant to criminal lawyers in NSW. In this episode Caitlin and Sophie highlight the following cases: R v Dyson [2023] NSWCCA 132 Ritchie v R [2023] NSWCCA 153 AD v State of NSW [2023] NSWCA 115 McQuillan v R (No 2) [20…
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Yarning with an inmate: a perspective from inside
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Disclaimer: the views in this podcast may not reflect the views of Legal Aid NSW. This podcast contains reference to drug use, violence and trauma, listener discretion is advised. Cody Baxter sits down with Brad, a Dharug and Kamilaroi man, father and former inmate. Brad shares his experience of being a young Aboriginal man in custody, advice for l…
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A podcast by Paul Coady, Caitlin Akthar and Sophie Anderson, with some special guests. Each episode will summarise 5 cases relevant to criminal lawyers in NSW. In this episode Paul and Caitlin highlight the following cases: BA v King [2023] HCA 14 PJ v R [2023] NSWCCA 105 Zheng v R [2023] NSWCCA 64 Lawrence v R [2023] NSWCCA 110 DPP v Rotumah [2022…
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"A practical guide to sentences in the Local Court"
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“A practical guide to sentences in the Local Court” - a podcast which does exactly what the title says! This excellent informative conversation style podcast is between Robyn and Anna which unpacks what to do to prepare for a plea in mitigation in the Local Court. NOTE: There are several complimentary materials which it is highly recommended that y…
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CHILD SEXUAL ASSAULT PILOT MATTERS: Practice, protocols, procedures and points of difference to other trial matters
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This Podcast is all about CHILD SEXUAL ASSAULT PILOT MATTERS: Practice, protocols, procedures and points of difference to other trial matters. This podcast covers all the practical information you need about these matters. Helen Shaw is a senior solicitor in Team 2 of the Criminal Indictable Section in head office at Legal Aid. Helen was admitted a…
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Child Protection Register and CPPO's Post LECC review
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In this podcast, solicitors Tim Khoo and Diane Elston discuss the Child Protection Register, Child Protection Prohibition Orders and some of the findings of the LECC review, ‘Operation Tusket’ into the NSW Child Protection Register (CPR). Apart from a general overview of the legislative framework they discuss: Why it is important for all practition…
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Understanding Mandatory visa cancellations
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Did you know? Understanding mandatory visa cancellations This podcast will give you an understanding of mandatory visa cancellations under the Migration Act and how these powers can impact your clients. Presented by Duy Pham and Stephanie Blaker, migration lawyers in the Government Law team at Legal Aid Sydney. This podcast explains what happens to…
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‘Sexual Offences Against Adults and Children: A New Regime’
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In this podcast, solicitors Caitlin Akthar and Ruth Carty discuss laws relating to sex offences. As well as an overview of common offences, they discuss reforms to the law including: the application of the law of consent to a broader range of offences – s61HE of the Crimes Act; the introduction of a defence of similar age – section 80AG of the Crim…
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Did you know? Navigating the new laws allowing for pre-recorded evidence in hearings
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This is the first podcast in our Criminal Law Division series of podcasts titled "Did you know?" which will cover exciting new developments relevant to criminal lawyers. As part of emergency legislation introduced to respond to COVID-19, the NSW parliament introduced new laws allowing for pre-recorded evidence hearings for a range of witnesses. The…
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What do neuropsychologists do and when should we engage them to prepare reports for criminal matters - Part 2
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This podcast is part two of a two-part podcast series which covers a discussion about what psychologists and specifically what neuropsychologists do and their specialisation. It is a conversation between Will Tuckey, barrister and Dr Peter Ashkar, forensic psychologist and a clinical neuropsychologist, about when to engage psychologists, neuropsych…
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What do neuropsychologists do and when should we engage them to prepare reports for criminal matters?
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This podcast is part one of a two-part podcast series which covers a discussion about what psychologists and specifically what neuropsychologists do and their specialisation. It is a conversation between Will Tuckey, barrister and Peter Ashkar, forensic psychologist and a clinical neuropsychologist, about when to engage psychologists, neuropsycholo…
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Insightful ideas on how to effectively brief Counsel - tips from Sophie Coulson, Solicitor and Peter Pearsall, Public Defender
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Have you wondered how to best sort and arrange a brief of evidence in the most effective way to brief Counsel?….if so THIS PODCAST IS FOR YOU! You will hear an exchange of ideas and tips from Peter Pearsall Public Defender and Sophie Coulson, Legal Aid Indictable Solicitor. They discuss excellent suggestions for how to compose effective memos, to a…
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New test case against robo-debt, ABC Radio, 12 June 2019
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Rowan McRae Executive Director of Civil Justice Access and Equity spoke to Patricia Karvelas on ABC 774 about our second test case against Centrelink’s robo-debt process. Our client Deanna only found out about her alleged robo-debt when her tax return was taken. ‘Our clients want these questions answered’. Read more about the case – https://www.leg…
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Section 32 of the Mental Health (Forensic Provisions) Act 1990 – A Neuropsychologist’s Perspective
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In this episode, Gráinne Marsden, Legal Aid solicitor, and Dr Sally McSwiggan, Consultant Neuropsychologist, discuss Section 32 of the Mental Health (Forensic Provisions) Act 1990 with a particular focus cognitive impairment and intellectual disability. The episode broadly looks at issues including the expert, the client, best practice in briefing …
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Manager Heidi Deason talks about Cross-border justice report on ABC Mildura
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Heidi Deason, Manager of our Mallee region office, spoke to ABC Mildura on 4 March 2019, about the Cross-border justice report. The report outlines the complex and unique challenges in accessing justice for people living along the borders of different states.Read the report http://www.legalaid.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/working-together-to-improve-ac…
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Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder & The Law
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This episode is the recording of an in-house seminar given by Professor Elizabeth Elliot AM FAHMS on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and the Law. Professor Elliott is a Distinguished Professor in Paediatrics and Child Health in Sydney University Medical School; Consultant Paediatrician, Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network (Westmead); a Natio…
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Prosecution Disclosure (and non-disclosure) in Criminal Matters
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In this episode Legal Aid Solicitor Kate Bleasel interviews Felicity Graham, Barrister at Black Chambers, about prosecution disclosure and non-disclosure in criminal matters. The associated papers are also available on this channel.Bởi Legal Aid NSW
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Aaron Tang, Senior Solicitor at Legal Aid NSW and Simon Healy, Barrister at Samuel Griffiths Chambers, present 2 comprehensive episodes on Social Media Evidence. In this Part Aaron and Simon address the following; 1: Police use of social media 2: Defence response 3: Admissibility.Bởi Legal Aid NSW
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Following on from Part 1 in the two series on Social Media Evidence, in this episode Aaron Tang and Simon Healy cover; 4: Identification 5: Defence use of social media.Bởi Legal Aid NSW
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Managing Lawyer Damian Stock on ABC Melbourne discussing road-toll debts – 15 October 2018
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On 15 October 2018 Damian Stock, Managing Lawyer of the Economic and Social Rights Team, was interviewed by Rafael Epstein on ABC Melbourne about a new hardship program introduced to help Victorians with road-toll debts.Bởi Victoria Legal Aid
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Early Appropriate Guilty Plea (EAGP) Law Reform; Episode 1
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In a 5 part series, the Early Appropriate Guilty Plea Implementation Team at Legal Aid NSW will take you through an explanation of the EAGP reforms. In these episodes, the team will refer you to the relevant legislation, operational aspects of the reform and tips for practioners on how to deal with EAGP matters. In this episode the team discusses t…
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Early Appropriate Guilty Plea (EAGP) Law Reform; Episode 2
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This is the 2nd episode in a 5 part series by the Early Appropriate Guilty Plea Implementation Team at Legal Aid NSW that takes you through an explanation of the EAGP reforms. In this episode the team discusses steps 1 and 2 of the new EAGP committal process: 1. Early Disclosure 2. Charge Certification.…
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Early Appropriate Guilty Plea (EAGP) Law Reform; Episode 3
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This is the 3rd episode in a 5 part series by the Early Appropriate Guilty Plea Implementation Team at Legal Aid NSW that takes you through an explanation of the EAGP reforms. In this episode the team discusses steps 3 and 4 of the new EAGP committal process: 3. Case conferencing 4. Case conferencing certificates.…
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Early Appropriate Guilty Plea (EAGP) Law Reform; Episode 4
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This is the 4th episode in a 5 part series by the Early Appropriate Guilty Plea Implementation Team at Legal Aid NSW that takes you through an explanation of the EAGP reforms. In this episode the team discusses committal procedures including: Witness hearings Fitness issues The process of committal for trial and sentence.…
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Early Appropriate Guilty Plea (EAGP) Law Reform; Episode 5
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This is the final episode in a 5 part series by the Early Appropriate Guilty Plea Implementation Team at Legal Aid NSW that takes you through an explanation of the EAGP reforms. In this episode the team discusses the new statutory sentence discount scheme.Bởi Legal Aid NSW
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Victoria Legal Aid Lawyer Lucy Geddes on ABC's 774 Drive – 27 June 2018
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Victoria Legal Aid's Lucy Geddes, Lawyer Mental Health and Disability Law Program, was interviewed on ABC’s 774 Drive program about the decision for all charges to be dropped against her client Francis.Francis became a Victoria Legal Aid client after NDIS-funded disability service providers withdrew services from him. The 20 year old, who has intel…
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Managing Lawyer Damian Stock being interviewed on ABC 774 Drive on 29 May 2018
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Listen to our Managing Lawyer, Economic and Social Rights, Damian Stock being interviewed on ABC 774 Drive, on 29 May 2018, about a recent Supreme Court case challenging an eviction notice.More information:https://www.domain.com.au/news/iranian-refugee-served-eviction-notice-takes-case-to-the-supreme-court-20180528-h10m3w/…
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Program Manager Sonia Law on ABC Melbourne discussing the NDIS – 10 May 2018
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Sonia Law, Program Manager of our Mental Health Disability Advocacy team speaks to Jon Faine on ABC Melbourne about the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and our calls for a provider of last resort.Bởi Victoria Legal Aid
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This episode is an interview between one of our senior solicitors, Helen Shaw, and Barrister Sharyn Hall. In it they discuss the Child Sexual Assault Pilot - what it is and how it operates in practice.Bởi Legal Aid NSW
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Cross examination; the art of asking simple questions in the right order
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In this episode Troy Anderson, Public Defender, delivers a seminar on 'Cross examination; the art of asking simple questions in the right order'. Troy provides useful and relevant insights and tips for criminal lawyers that will undoubedly assist in cross examining witnesses.Bởi Legal Aid NSW
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This episode on the topic of bail is presented by Rose Khalilizadeh, Barrister at Forbes Chambers. Rose provides an overview of bail to assist with preparing an application on behalf of an accused. Rose breaks down the episode into 3 parts; 1. The basics of a bail application. 2. Recent developments in case law relating to bail. 3. Practical tips.…
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Dan Howard SC offers some practical insights into the ‘art of advocacy’ derived from his varied experiences as an advocate and advocacy teacher. Topics discussed include preparation and planning, organising your material, managing your resources and yourself, presenting your case in chief, dealing with expert evidence, and cross-examination. The em…
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Bevan Warner interviewed by ABC Melbourne after announcing he is stepping down
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The outgoing Managing Director Bevan Warner was interviewed by ABC 774 radio about his reflections as he prepares to step down after a decade leading Victoria Legal Aid.Bởi Victoria Legal Aid
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Ethics and Professional Responsibility
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Sally McAtee and Aideen McGarrigle from our In-House Counsel Unit look at the particular ethical issues that arise for our lawyers in the context of provding advice, minor assistance, duty and outreach services. This session will assist you to identify ethical issues within the Legal Aid NSW environment, understand where to look for resources and a…
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As Director of Independent Forensic Services, Helen Roebuck is exposed to flaws in DNA evidence regularly. In this presentation Helen discusses the basics of DNA profiling, recent technical and procedural changes relating to the handling of Forensic Biology and DNA evidence, and gives an insight into what questions you should be asking when DNA evi…
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Special Hearings in the District and Supreme Courts
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Presented by Helen Shaw, Senior Solicitor in the Indictable Section at Central Sydney Office of Legal Aid, this episode discusses Special Hearings in the District and Supreme Courts and follows Helen's previous episode on Fitness Issues & Fitness Hearings in the District & Supreme Courts.Bởi Legal Aid NSW
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How the recent decision of Parente v R [2017] NSWCCA 284 affects sentencing in drug supply cases
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This episode, presented by Tom Quilter Public Defender, is about sentencing in drug supply cases and how the law has been affected by a recent 2017 CCA decsion of Parente, in which Tom was Junior Counsel.Bởi Legal Aid NSW
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Early Appropriate Guilty Plea law reform
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Rob Hoyles and Daniel Covington from the 'Early Appropriate Guilty Plea Justice Reform Team' at Legal Aid, discuss the practicalities of the Justice Legislation Amendment (Committals and Guilty Pleas) Bill 2017.Bởi Legal Aid NSW
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Lewis v Sergeant Riley [2017] NSWCA 272; Forensic Procedure Orders Appeals
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Jeremy Styles, Senior Solicitor at the Aboriginal Legal Servce NSW/ACT discusses Lewis v Sergeant Rily [2017] NSWCA 272 where the Court of Appeal (Basten JA, White JA and Fagan JA in separate judgments) found that the District Court had a power to hear a rehearing appeal from a Forensic Procedure Order made by the Local Court.…
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Fitness issues and fitness hearings in the District and Supreme Courts
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This session is presented by Helen Shaw and focuses on issues that give rise to a question about a client's fitness. We look at the Presser Criteria, the procedures for fitness hearings, and the legislation that governs the procedures.Bởi Legal Aid NSW
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Mallee Regional Office Launch- ABC Mildura Swan Hill
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We recently launched our first health justice partnership in Mildura. The VLA Mallee Regional Office is co-located inside Sunraysia Community Health Service so that we can serve the community in a relevant and timely manner.Listen to Manager Mallee Legal Impact Heidi Deason and Executive Director Services and Innovation Peter Noble speak to ABC Mil…
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Victoria Legal Aid Managing Director Bevan Warner's speech at RMIT University's Graduate School of Business and Law, celebrating the 10th anniversary of its Juris Doctor program. 20 July 2017.Bởi Victoria Legal Aid
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Victoria Legal Aid Access to Justice Podcast – The Legacy Caseload Initiative
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This edition of our Access to Justice podcast discusses bringing legal assistance to thousands of asylum seekers affected by changes to Commonwealth law in 2014. Their claims for protection became collectively known as the legacy caseload.You will hear from the Executive Director of Refugee Legal, David Manne, our Executive Director of Civil Justic…
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Steven Sapountsis, President, Law Institute of Victoria at the Means Test Review briefing event
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Speakers from the Means Test Review briefing event 10 August 2016: Bevan Warner, Managing Director, Victoria Legal Aid; Mary Sayers, Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Victorian Council of Social Services; Steven Sapountsis, President, Law Institute of Victoria; Belinda Lo, Chairperson, Federation of Community Legal Centres.We are reviewing the way we…
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