CPD Legal studio 2023

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CPD Legal Studio

Our 2023 CPD Legal Studio program is influenced by global megatrends - geopolitics, digitisation, access to talent and climate change - that legal teams are navigating for stakeholders. There is a deep dive into the regulatory changes on privacy reform, Respect@Work, cyber-security, and climate risk. Plus, new approaches to dealmaking during uncertainty and legal teams' role in managing a crisis. 

Each session is presented by MinterEllison experts, incorporating insights from leading industry authorities.

As the 31 March deadline to fulfil CPD requirements edges closer, we are pleased to provide the opportunity to view these thought-provoking and educational sessions online.

How do I claim my viewing points?

Choose a video from our selection to watch in full.

Once you have completed watching the video remember to complete the registration form. This needs to be done for each presentation you watch to ensure you receive your CPD notification.

Reminder for WA practitioners

CPD points can only be obtained by registering and attending a virtual live session for the duration of the session.

Accelerating to net zero. Priorities for business and the roles of legal teams

We cover the recent regulatory changes in climate risk, disclosures and stakeholder expectations and areas of influence.

SUBSTANTIVE LAW, 1 CPD point

Recorded: 1 March 2023

Building trust through privacy. Prepare for change. Elements in a best practice privacy and data program

The Privacy Act is changing. Learn about the changes, the sectors most impacted, customer acceptance levels, and new identification technologies to create best practice privacy data governance principles.

SUBSTANTIVE LAW, 1 CPD point

Recorded: 1 March 2023

Communicating with presence and importance. Influencing skills for better conversations with stakeholders

More than ever, legal teams require alternate skills such as people and technology management, persuasion, and influence. A practical session with valuable tips and techniques to influence your stakeholders.

RESOURCES (PDF)

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS, 1 CPD point

Recorded: 2 March 2023

Confronting the headwinds and megatrends. Reset and reassess dealmaking, risk and due diligence in uncertain times

M&A activity has slowed, there is uncertainty with global economic headwinds creating a shift in value expectations and the introduction of new risks to assess and manage. This panel session discusses how to identify risk and opportunity in times of uncertainty that will challenge decisions and deal teams lawyers in 2023.

SUBSTANTIVE LAW, 1 CPD point

Recorded: 1 March 2023

Crisis Management. Are you ready? Scenarios, ethics and lessons learned for legal teams to step up and lead

The last twelve months have seen a growing number of corporate crises – coming in from all directions and ranging from annoying distractions to existential 'bet the company' catastrophes. We take a look at the range of risks that need to be considered when planning and dealing with a crisis through an ethics lens.

RESOURCES (PDF)

ETHICS AND PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY, 1 CPD point

Recorded: 2 March 2023

Proactive cyber defences. What to do when faced with a cyber threat and breach

2022 has brought cyber threats into the mainstream with the recent "hacking wave" seeing 17 million records (and counting) stolen. Together with the Australian Information Commissioner we explore the policy and regulatory priorities, the initiatives and challenges.

SUBSTANTIVE LAW, 1 CPD point

Recorded: 1 March 2023

Stepping out of the shadows. Building a high-performance legal team to deliver organisational value

In-house legal teams are becoming more involved in all parts of the business, from strategy and planning, digital transformation, ESG and financial crimes, whilst also being central to business-as-usual compliance, risk, and legal issues. This session focuses on the purpose, people, processes, and technology that can assist lawyers in delivering the commercial-risk balance.

PRACTICE MANAGEMENT AND BUSINESS SKILLS, 1 CPD point

Recorded: 2 March 2023

Workplace culture and Respect@Work. Your role in building high-performing organisations of the future

Workplace culture, particularly equality, inclusion, and diversity, are becoming important areas of people's focus in organisations. We will cover the Respect@Work guidelines, role of leadership and steps workplaces should take.

SUBSTANTIVE LAW, 1 CPD point

Recorded: 2 March 2023

Related articles

Related articles on Workplace culture and Respect@Work

Prevent sexual harassment and hostile workplaces

With recent updates to Respect@Work and Fair Work legislation, and Workplace, Health and Safety obligations, organisations must navigate these complementary regulatory frameworks which form part of an emerging Australians system to prevent harm in the workplace. As organisations shift their focus from zero tolerance, to zero harm – prevention is critical.

How to create respectful workplaces

The Respect@Work Act shifted Australia's regulatory focus to the systematic prevention of sexual harassment, sex-based harassment and discrimination, hostile work environments and victimisation. What action should organisations be taking to create safe and respectful workplaces? What questions should boards and executives be asking?

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