Barrister elected new WA Law Society president
A Perth-based barrister, with experience as a judge’s associate, in-house counsel and as a BigLaw article clerk, has been elected as the new president of the Law Society ...
THE BAR • Sun, 20 Oct 2019
Allens launches ‘comprehensive’ new parental leave policy
Global firm Allens has implemented an enhanced parental support policy, which the firm hopes will better support its staff in balancing work and family commitments.
BIG LAW • Sun, 20 Oct 2019
How can all lawyers assist in achieving equitable briefing for barristers?
The latest findings on equitable briefing for male and female barristers show that there is still a long way to go in addressing the professional, cultural and ...
PODCAST • Fri, 18 Oct 2019
Slaters hits Colonial First State with class action on behalf of 500,000 Australians
Personal injury firm Slater and Gordon today filed a class action on behalf of half a million Australians who were allegedly charged excessive superannuation fees to fund ...
BIG LAW • Fri, 18 Oct 2019
Victorian principal found guilty on 9 charges
A Frankston-based principal, who has over 50 years’ experience as a lawyer, has been found guilty on seven charges of professional misconduct and two charges of ...
SME LAW • Thu, 17 Oct 2019
Ruling that litigation funders must pay security for costs has numerous implications
A decision handed down in the Federal Court last week could have a significant impact on numerous employment class action proceedings, argues one firm.
BIG LAW • Thu, 17 Oct 2019
How small law firms can innovate
Innovation does not always require spending enormous amounts of money or investing in high-end tech products, writes Marianne Marchesi.
SME LAW • Thu, 17 Oct 2019
CPE Capital advised on acquisition of Banksmeadow processing facility
CPE Capital has made its first investment in the recycling and waste management industry, acquiring an 8,200-square metre site near Port Botany for approximately $50 ...
BIG LAW • Wed, 16 Oct 2019
Victoria moves to modernise its appeals system
The Andrews government in Victoria has this week introduced legislation which it hopes will make appeals proceedings more efficient and transparent, as well as better ...
POLITICS • Wed, 16 Oct 2019
