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Sydney Barrister found dead amid child abuse material allegation

A leading Sydney criminal barrister, who had been charged with the alleged possession of child abuse material, has been found dead.

SME LAW • Tue, 10 Feb 2026

‘Unvarnished hatred and evil’: Bell CJ warns rising anti-Semitism threatens Australia’s social cohesion after Bondi massacre

Following the Bondi massacre, NSW’s top judge warned that the horrific attack had revealed a disturbing surge in anti-Semitism, urging Australia’s legal profession and ...

SME LAW • Mon, 09 Feb 2026

What lawyers think of proposed end to ‘good character’ evidence in sentencing in NSW

As the NSW government moves to prevent convicted offenders from using “good character” as a mitigating factor in sentencing, the reform has divided the legal profession – ...

SME LAW • Mon, 09 Feb 2026

New laws give ART greater flexibility to decide cases without hearings

New laws passed by the Albanese government aim to streamline the Administrative Review Tribunal by expanding its ability to decide cases without hearings, accelerating ...

SME LAW • Mon, 09 Feb 2026

Inside the agenda of the new NSW Law Society president

Taking the helm, the newly elected president of the Law Society of NSW has unveiled four key priorities set to shape his term, signalling a renewed focus on strengthening ...

SME LAW • Sun, 08 Feb 2026

BigLaw firm associate joins AIEF board of directors

An associate at Jones Day has been appointed to the board of directors of the Australian Indigenous Education Foundation.

BIG LAW • Thu, 05 Feb 2026

Bell CJ slams Abbott over ‘misconceived’ criticism of Harbour Bridge protest ruling

After a protest march over the Sydney Harbour Bridge sparked political backlash, NSW’s top judge has pushed back, defending the high-stakes decisions judges must make – ...

SME LAW • Thu, 05 Feb 2026

The ‘beating heart’ of enterprise: Why sole traders need better recognition

As Australia’s sole traders continue to grow, quietly shaping the economy, small-business advocates are urging the nation to recognise them for what they truly are – not ...

SME LAW • Thu, 05 Feb 2026

Qld criminal law players join forces in major practice expansion

Two prominent forces in Queensland’s criminal law sector have united in a strategic alliance aimed at strengthening their crime practice and cementing their position in ...

SME LAW • Thu, 05 Feb 2026