Sydney Law School in conjunction with Australian Lawyers Alliance will conduct a Privacy Forum at the Old Law School on Monday, 12 September 2011.

New federal privacy laws, affecting the rights of everyone in Australia, are expected to soon be drafted. Join some of the country's foremost experts on the subject to discuss exactly what the right balance should be between privacy and the need for accountability and public scrutiny under the law.

Those taking part in the panel-style debate, with roving microphone to field questions, include:

• Journalist, Media Commentator and Lawyer, Richard Ackland
• The Australian newspaper's Legal Editor, Chris Merritt
• Sydney Law School's Associate Professor David Rolph
• Australian Lawyers Alliance Director and Barrister, Andrew Stone
• Sydney Law School's Professor Barbara McDonald
• Barrister, Banco Chambers, Tom Blackburn SC

When: Monday, September 12, 2011, 5.30pm arrival for 6pm to 7pm session
Where: Assembly Hall (entry level), University of Sydney Old Law School, 173-175 Phillip Street Sydney (Entry via either Phillip or Elizabeth Streets)
Cost: Free, with refreshments provided
Enquiries: Australian Lawyers Alliance Public Affairs Manager, Mandy Wyer, Email: mandy@lawyersalliance.com.au or phone 0418 270 656