This checklist is a list of links to web resources relating to property that will help you conduct research. LPLC has provided commentary under each resource to explain best how to use it.
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LPLC Articles
Email instructions in relation to payment of a bank cheque – what would you do?
Conveyancing, Cyber security, Verification of Identity
14 Oct 18
The following article discusses security concerns in relation to receiving payment instructions via email.
Practice Risk Guides
Know your limits
Conveyancing, Personal Injury, Engagement/retainer management, Professional Responsibility
11 May 17
With the proliferation of time limits in legislation today, missing limitation dates is a mistake that occurs in many areas of the law leading to claims. This LPLC Practice Risk Guide lists the limitation periods that have caught practitioners out in recent years. It also gives some claims examples of how the mistakes have occurred and the lessons we can learn from those mistakes.
LPLC Articles
Every conveyance is unique
Conveyancing
29 Jun 18
Conveyancing clerks and lawyers should not assume that what appears to be a straightforward conveyance actually is a straightforward conveyance. It is important to read and understand the contract of sale, section 32 statement and any other relevant documents before advising the client.
Latest News & Alerts
News
Marsh issue cyber alert for professional services firms
Cyber security
28 Apr 21
Marsh have reported seeing an increase in cyber-attacks on law firms over the past 3 months.
Alert
Updated ARNECC Model Participation Rules and Operating Requirements for e-conveyancing
Conveyancing
18 Mar 21
Version 6 of the Model Participation Rules and Model Operating Requirements governing the use of electronic conveyancing platforms (ELNs) in Australia have recently been published and adopted by the Victorian Registrar of Titles and will apply from 12 April 2021.
News
CPD year ends on 31 March
Resources and information, Professional Responsibility
17 Mar 21
Do you have all 10 CPD units for the 2020-2021 CPD year? LPLC has a broad range of recorded risk management seminars that can be used to contribute to and meet the requirement for this year.