Budget constraints forcing departments to bring work in-house
In the face of increasing workloads and stagnant budgets for the law department, a high number of in-house teams are looking at how they can restrict utilising external ...
CORPORATE COUNSEL • Tue, 18 Oct 2022
Sexual harassment not widespread in Victorian courts, but risks factors ‘cannot be ignored’
An independent review into the recruitment processes and working arrangements of court staff in Victoria has been released, with the state’s chief justice acknowledging ...
THE BAR • Tue, 18 Oct 2022
Dentons aiming to double revenue in Australia in 5 years
EXCLUSIVE: Following the global firm’s “historic” collaboration in India, as well as numerous lateral partner hires, the Australian chair of Dentons is looking to achieve ...
BIG LAW • Mon, 17 Oct 2022
$33m settlement reached for BHI class action
Hundreds of students who enrolled with collapsed flight school Soar are set to receive a five-figure payout after agreeing to a $33 million settlement.
BIG LAW • Mon, 17 Oct 2022
An abundance of opportunities for women in law post-pandemic
Life in the Australian legal profession for female lawyers has evolved significantly post-pandemic. This group of legal professionals reveal how their careers have ...
SME LAW • Mon, 17 Oct 2022
‘There has never been a more exciting time to be a law graduate’
This week, a number of legal organisations will host the 2022 Legal Virtual Careers Fair to help alleviate any stress and pressure from students who are trying to find ...
BIG LAW • Mon, 17 Oct 2022
What tech companies must do to keep children safe
Australia is at a critical moment in deciding what level of protection and accountability we expect from the technology industry — and the world is watching, writes Steve ...
POLITICS • Mon, 17 Oct 2022
‘Convenience of counsel not an overriding consideration’ when accepting briefs
“Disappointing” feedback from the Magistrates Court has led the Victorian Bar president to remind barristers of the importance of in-person appearances.
THE BAR • Mon, 17 Oct 2022
Justice Jagot to deliver remarks at 2022 Minds Count lecture
Australia’s newest High Court judge, Justice Jayne Jagot, is one of the numerous high-profile professionals speaking at this year’s Minds Count Annual Lecture.
THE BAR • Mon, 17 Oct 2022
