Dine-and-dash spree in Hong Kong lands Aussie lawyer in court
A lawyer has found himself in hot water in Hong Kong, where he is being held in custody over allegations he failed to pay bills at several five-star hotels across the ...
BIG LAW • Tue, 12 May 2026
Clayton Utz takes partner from global law firm
Australian BigLaw firm Clayton Utz has strengthened its Perth partnership with the addition of a projects partner from global law firm Allens.
BIG LAW • Tue, 12 May 2026
How GCs are becoming the secret weapon driving business growth
General counsel are no longer just legal gatekeepers, with a new big four report revealing how they’ve evolved into strategic power players, fully embedded in ...
CORPORATE COUNSEL • Tue, 12 May 2026
257m students put at risk in massive Canvas data breach
A massive Canvas data breach has impacted students at Australia’s top universities, disrupting classroom operations and raising fears of “far-reaching” consequences from ...
BIG LAW • Mon, 11 May 2026
Why taking the leap to study abroad is worth it
While studying overseas can feel like a daunting step for many law students, one student has stressed that taking the leap can be life-changing, offering unforgettable ...
BIG LAW • Mon, 11 May 2026
WK establishes first chief technology and AI officer role
International law firm Wotton Kearney has created a new chief technology and AI officer role to drive its digital transformation strategy, appointing a senior technology ...
BIG LAW • Sun, 10 May 2026
Baker Love appoints 25-year veteran to special counsel
Newcastle-based law firm Baker Love is expanding its expertise with the addition of a seasoned special counsel, bringing 25 years of in-depth legal experience to the team
SME LAW • Thu, 07 May 2026
The crucial skills law school doesn’t teach firm owners
Starting a law firm might sound like the dream move for experienced lawyers, but the jump from courtroom to business owner can be a shock, with law school failing to ...
SME LAW • Thu, 07 May 2026
Mallesons names new chair after King & Wood split
Global law firm Mallesons has appointed a new chair from within its own ranks, following the formal separation of the Chinese and Australian partnerships of King & ...
BIG LAW • Wed, 06 May 2026