Kain Lawyers appoints senior director
Mid-market law firm Kain Lawyers has hired a former partner from Hamilton Locke as a new director in Sydney.
SME LAW • Mon, 20 Jan 2025
Sportsbet hit with class action to recover millions from alleged illegal in-game bets
A national law firm has initiated a class action against one of Australia’s largest and most popular gambling companies, seeking to recover millions of dollars lost ...
BIG LAW • Mon, 20 Jan 2025
The market has ‘gone backwards’ in addressing cultural diversity, says lawyer
Although Australia takes pride in its multicultural identity, the national president of the Asian Australian Lawyers Association has highlighted the legal profession’s ...
Challenges law students face when trying to break into the profession
For many law students, the journey to securing their first role in the legal profession is filled with numerous challenges. Here, a current law student sheds light on the ...
Is the social media ban a double-edged sword?
As Australia approaches the implementation of its first social media ban, solicitor and law lecturer Yvette Holt explains whether the ban is excessive or inadequately ...
BIG LAW • Sun, 19 Jan 2025
How pro bono work has evolved
Pro bono work has long been a fundamental aspect of the legal profession; however, a special counsel from a national law firm explains that its role and perception have ...
McCabes promotes 11, including naming new partner
National law firm McCabes has elevated 11 team members to more senior roles across its Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth offices.
Lavan promotes 13 and appoints 4
Western Australia-based full-service firm Lavan has elevated 13 of its lawyers to more senior positions, including three to partner, and has appointed four additional ...
SME LAW • Sun, 19 Jan 2025
How law firms can prepare for Gender Equality Targets Bill
With the Workplace Gender Equality Bill set to bring measurable improvements to gender equality within Australian workplaces, two lawyers from a national law firm provide ...
BIG LAW • Thu, 16 Jan 2025