Lessons from GDPR fines issued thus far
Regulators across Europe are interested not just in the activities of the larger players, but also the hows and whys of certain data breaches, says one partner.
CORPORATE COUNSEL • Tue, 16 Jul 2019
In-house market needs ‘strong, experienced’ lawyers for regulation and compliance
New research suggests that businesses looking to increase their permanent staff in the legal department require practitioners who can help respond to the “intensifying” ...
CORPORATE COUNSEL • Tue, 16 Jul 2019
Deutsche Bank GC re-joins HSF
A global financial services regulation expert, who worked at Deutsche Bank for 17 years, including service as general counsel, has returned to Herbert Smith Freehills, in ...
CORPORATE COUNSEL • Tue, 16 Jul 2019
Libra — a lawyer’s guide to blockchain: Part three
Practitioners should review Facebook’s Libra project and understand and appreciate why it matters for them, writes Michael Bacina.
CORPORATE COUNSEL • Tue, 16 Jul 2019
CPD point for sex harassment training needed
Mandated training for workplace misconduct — such as sexual harassment and bullying — as well as practising certificate declarations are necessary to help reduce the ...
BIG LAW • Mon, 15 Jul 2019
Lawyers and law students need creative outlets, says Miss Universe Australia
Law graduate Priya Serrao, who was recently crowned Miss Universe Australia, said it is important for those in law to engage in activities that offer balance against the ...
BIG LAW • Mon, 15 Jul 2019
Holding Redlich promotes 16, including 3 to partner
National firm Holding Redlich has elevated 16 practitioners to more senior roles, including three from special counsel to partner, effective 1 July 2019.
SME LAW • Sun, 14 Jul 2019
Could a class action be brought for presumptive damages to the Great Barrier Reef?
With an increase in litigation funding in Australia and royal commissions abound, it is pertinent to ponder whether a proactive class action can be brought for social ...
BIG LAW • Thu, 11 Jul 2019
Growth, if managed properly, enhances experience for employees and clients
The provision of new opportunities to firm members, as well as fresh scope through which clients can be better serviced, are key reasons to actively drive firm growth, ...
SME LAW • Thu, 11 Jul 2019
