Too few firms invest in company culture
A concerning number of SME law firms in Australia are failing to make sufficient investments in culture as part of the business’ strategic growth, new research has found
SME LAW • Wed, 28 Jul 2021
Should egg freezing be an employee benefit for lawyers?
New research from Monash University suggests that while employee-sponsored egg freezing could be a windfall for working women’s career options, there are important ...
BIG LAW • Wed, 28 Jul 2021
Biztech Lawyers merges with US boutique
Tech-centric practice Biztech Lawyers is joining forces with American-based firm Spillman&Partners, operating under the former’s banner.
SME LAW • Wed, 28 Jul 2021
Ashurst launches 26-week parental leave policy
BigLaw firm Ashurst is introducing a “landmark” global parental leave policy, which it says strengthens its support frameworks for working parents at the firm, regardless ...
BIG LAW • Wed, 28 Jul 2021
Being ready for ‘when, not if’ a cyber attack happens
Understanding the cyber-security risks to a business, and being part of the preparation and prevention activities, are an opportunity seen as a leading trusted adviser ...
CORPORATE COUNSEL • Tue, 27 Jul 2021
HSF partner appointed SafetyCulture GC
Software company SafetyCulture has hired a part-time partner at global law firm Herbert Smith Freehills to be its general counsel and vice-president of corporate ...
CORPORATE COUNSEL • Tue, 27 Jul 2021
Governance Institute appoints new chair
A non-executive director, lawyer and governance expert is set to become the new chair of Governance Institute of Australia.
CORPORATE COUNSEL • Tue, 27 Jul 2021
Keypoint expands into Adelaide
Mid-tier firm Keypoint Law has continued its national growth by opening an office in Adelaide, meaning the firm now has a presence in five major cities.
SME LAW • Tue, 27 Jul 2021
Listed tech company names former NAB GC as chair
MNF Group Limited has appointed the former NAB Australia and Asia general counsel, who was also a partner at two national law firms, as its new chair.
CORPORATE COUNSEL • Mon, 26 Jul 2021
