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Judge rejects bid to remove senior counsel over ‘lack of objectivity’ claims

A woman suing the Commonwealth over an allegedly malicious prosecution has failed in a bid to have senior counsel removed from the case, arguing the barrister lacked objectivity and was motivated by animus towards her.

Big Law

Clyde & Co takes insurance team from Carter Newell

A partner who headed up the general liability practice at Carter Newell has brought her team over to Clyde & Co.

SME Law

Special counsel joins DW Fox Tucker wills and estates team

DW Fox Tucker’s newest special counsel appointment will further strengthen the capabilities within its wills and estates practice.

Big Law

Want to make AI defensible? Change your culture

New research and insights are signalling that the risks associated with professional AI use are less about the technology’s capacity and more about how firms use it.

SME Law

New associate strengthens Travis Schultz & Partners Brisbane office

An associate with more than two decades of experience in the legal industry and a strong reputation for client care and strategic advocacy has joined Travis Schultz & Partners in Queensland.

Big Law

When the Royal Commission comes knocking, get your data ready!

Notices are compulsory, deadlines are tight, and scrutiny reaches beyond the Commission. Here’s how the right technology helps your teams respond with confidence.

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