Ethics for government lawyers in the pandemic: A panel discussion

The VGSO will host a panel discussion to explore the key ethical issues and ethical considerations that can and should arise within the practice of law, especially for lawyers practising in government.

Panel members:

• Lisa Hannon QC (a Queens Counsel at the Victorian Bar)
• Matt Anstee (Director, Investigations, Legal Services Board and Commissioner)
• Andrea Mapp (Managing Principal Solicitor in the Inquiries, Prosecutions and Administrative Law Branch at the VGSO)

These members will provide their insights about key ethical issues for lawyers, including:

• the difference between legal and policy advice
• game changers for professional practice in the last 2 years
• practising in the context of the pandemic and remote working.

The discussion will be moderated by Alanna Mitchell, Assistant Victorian Government Solicitor.

Attendees may be eligible to claim 1 CPD Unit in Ethics and Professional Responsibility.

View the full event invitation.