3 legal bodies issue joint guidance on AI
Legal regulators from NSW, Victoria, and Western Australia have jointly issued a statement to guide lawyers in the “responsible and ethical” integration of AI into their ...
BIG LAW • Thu, 05 Dec 2024
New law enhances protection for pets in DV cases
Pets caught in domestic violence cases are now set to receive greater protection due to the passing of a new amendment that ensures that their welfare is recognised.
BIG LAW • Thu, 05 Dec 2024
Addressing the not-so-hidden crisis of women leaving law firms
Numerous women who have worked hard, invested years studying, and made considerable sacrifices are leaving the profession. Here, these two leaders from an award-winning ...
BIG LAW • Thu, 05 Dec 2024
What mediators need to know ahead of 2025
As the new year approaches, four mediators have shared valuable insights and advice for professionals in the field on effectively navigating the challenges and ...
BIG LAW • Thu, 05 Dec 2024
Barristers weigh in on NSW Supreme Court’s AI practice note
Following the Supreme Court of NSW’s issue of Practice Note SC Gen 23, three barristers have offered their perspectives on how this new guideline will shape the role of ...
BIG LAW • Wed, 04 Dec 2024
Putting IP front and centre of the legal team’s priorities
Intellectual property considerations can get overlooked by law departments in favour of more topical and seemingly pressing concerns – but it really shouldn’t be, argues ...
CORPORATE COUNSEL • Tue, 03 Dec 2024
Will poorly drafted arbitration clauses undermine Australia’s appeal as an arbitration hub?
Despite Australia’s growing recognition as a viable arbitration jurisdiction, the head of arbitration at a national law firm has cautioned that the country’s potential as ...
BIG LAW • Mon, 02 Dec 2024
$3.9bn NAJP announced, but concerns still remain
Despite attorneys-general agreeing to a new National Access to Justice Partnership described as the “largest investment from the Commonwealth in legal assistance ever”, ...
BIG LAW • Mon, 02 Dec 2024
3 barristers on the diversification of Australia’s Bar
As the Australian legal profession advances towards greater inclusivity, there is an increasing acknowledgement that diversity within the Bar represents a critical issue ...
THE BAR • Mon, 02 Dec 2024