How the rise in crime is impacting criminal lawyers
The latest quarterly crime statistics from the NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research revealed a notable increase in several major criminal offences. Here, criminal ...
BIG LAW • Tue, 25 Jun 2024
Why good communication is the key to success
Here, a multi-award-winning GC and public speaker underscores the importance of effective communication for lawyers, showcasing how this vital skill is instrumental to ...
CORPORATE COUNSEL • Tue, 25 Jun 2024
Independents push for adequate housing to be considered a human right
A private member’s bill has been introduced to both chambers of Parliament, raising the question of whether adequate housing provision should be recognised as a human ...
BIG LAW • Mon, 24 Jun 2024
Victoria must raise age of criminal responsibility higher than 12 years
The Victorian government has proposed legislation to raise the age of criminal responsibility to 12 by the end of the year. However, the Human Rights Law Centre has ...
BIG LAW • Mon, 24 Jun 2024
‘Existing legal processes are complex and inaccessible’ for migrant workers
The Migrant Justice Institute has urged the federal government to promptly address the widespread issue of underpayment of migrant workers in Australia and provide ...
BIG LAW • Sun, 23 Jun 2024
The value of pursuing creative outlets for lawyers
This law graduate has discovered that his passion for music has been surprisingly beneficial in his journey to becoming a better lawyer, and he encourages law students to ...
BIG LAW • Sun, 23 Jun 2024
What SME firm owners need to know ahead of EOFY
With the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) escalating its endeavours to retrieve outstanding tax debts, Insolvency Australia has advised SME firm owners to remain ...
SME LAW • Thu, 20 Jun 2024
Overcoming daily operational issues for family lawyers
With over 30 years of experience in family law, Nicola Watts leverages her extensive expertise to offer insights and predictions on the future landscape of family law in ...
SME LAW • Thu, 20 Jun 2024
How partnering with larger firms can benefit boutiques
The Northern Territory’s geographical remoteness and small population pose challenges for many legal firms in meeting client needs and managing business demands
SME LAW • Thu, 20 Jun 2024
