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
Sydney barrister sentenced for harassing calls and texts despite court order
A prominent Sydney barrister has been sentenced after breaching court orders by repeatedly sending menacing texts and Instagram messages over New Year’s Eve.
SME LAW • Wed, 04 Feb 2026
Bartier Perry takes commercial disputes team from Hicksons Hunt & Hunt
BigLaw firm Bartier Perry has poached a commercial disputes team from Hicksons | Hunt & Hunt and Holman Webb Lawyers, which comprises two partners and three lawyers
BIG LAW • Tue, 03 Feb 2026
