HSF Kramer appoints chief AI officer
Global law firm Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer has hired a global chief AI officer, as it looks to further leverage AI and legal tech to better service its clients.
BIG LAW • Tue, 28 Oct 2025
A&O Shearman expands into real estate with partner from global rival
Global law firm A&O Shearman has established a dedicated real estate practice in Australia by appointing a partner from fellow BigLaw firm Squire Patton Boggs.
BIG LAW • Tue, 28 Oct 2025
Clarity over chaos
The implied freedom of political communication guards the ground rules of democratic choice. It deserves a stable method, not a roll of the dice, writes Jacob Cuttle.
THE BAR • Mon, 27 Oct 2025
A ‘difficult’ litigant and a ‘far-fetched’ recusal application: What’s hot in law this week (20–24 Oct)
This past week, the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia launched new initiatives to better support children in family law proceedings, and lawyers across the ...
BIG LAW • Fri, 24 Oct 2025
‘A gendered battlefield’: ADF hit with class action alleging sexual violence, physical abuse, rape
Women in the Australian Defence Force (ADF) have filed proceedings against the Commonwealth, alleging widespread, systemic sexual violence, sexual harassment, physical ...
BIG LAW • Fri, 24 Oct 2025
Lawyers understand the law, and criminals understand the mechanics
Law firms think they’re prepared for Tranche 2. They’re not, writes Brett Erickson.
SME LAW • Fri, 24 Oct 2025
Why Australia is an ‘incredibly important’ market for Kennedys
Speaking recently with Lawyers Weekly, Kennedys’ senior partner and APAC managing partner unpacked why the Australian market is of such significance to the global firm’s ...
BIG LAW • Wed, 22 Oct 2025
Mills Oakley adds 3 partners
National law firm Mills Oakley has added two commercial disputes and insolvency partners and one insurance partner to its ranks, taking its national partnership to more ...
BIG LAW • Tue, 21 Oct 2025
Reserve Bank names new GC
A general counsel with over two decades of experience across three major banks has been named as the new GC for the Reserve Bank of Australia.
CORPORATE COUNSEL • Tue, 21 Oct 2025
