Sydney Law School professor named as UN special rapporteur
A law professor from the University of Sydney has been appointed as special rapporteur on human rights and counter-terrorism to the United Nations.
POLITICS • Sun, 29 Oct 2023
Competing class actions and addressing burnout: What’s hot in law this week (23–27 Oct)
It’s been a week for notable class actions, with a high-profile pandemic-age proceeding getting to verdict, and one of the world’s most recognisable brands facing ...
BIG LAW • Fri, 27 Oct 2023
Better financial planning a must for aspiring partners
Two experts have underscored the importance of comprehensive financial planning before lawyers embark on their journey towards law firm partnership.
BIG LAW • Thu, 26 Oct 2023
Cyber attack a ‘serious attempt to undermine’ International Criminal Court
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has released new details regarding the breach it suffered last month.
THE BAR • Thu, 26 Oct 2023
Wotton + Kearney adds health partner from Lander & Rogers
International law firm Wotton + Kearney has moved to bolster its health law practice with the appointment of a new partner.
BIG LAW • Thu, 26 Oct 2023
Aussies uncomfortable with lawyers using AI, survey finds
Artificial intelligence may be all the rage right now, but that doesn’t mean those in the community are thrilled at the prospect of lawyers using such technology in their ...
BIG LAW • Wed, 25 Oct 2023
Qantas GC named to ACC global board of directors
The group general counsel and company secretary of the national carrier has been appointed as a director on the global board of the Association of Corporate Counsel.
CORPORATE COUNSEL • Wed, 25 Oct 2023
Mills Oakley appoints partners from HWL Ebsworth, Finlaysons
National law firm Mills Oakley has continued to swell its partnership ranks, this time hiring a partner from fellow BigLaw HWL Ebsworth and another from Adelaide firm ...
BIG LAW • Wed, 25 Oct 2023
Colin Biggers & Paisley adds 3 lawyers for its still-growing insurance team
National law firm Colin Biggers & Paisley has continued to swell the ranks of its insurance practice group, hiring a special counsel, senior associate, and solicitor ...
BIG LAW • Tue, 24 Oct 2023
