Flex commission class action against big banks begins
Proceedings against two of Australia’s largest banks over a car dealer commissions controversy, which allegedly left consumers out of pocket millions of dollars, are ...
THE BAR • Mon, 14 Oct 2024
Can the Right to Disconnect combat the ‘always-on’ culture in law?
Aussie lawyers have a complicated relationship with long hours. Many are weary of the effects of burnout but will push through it not only to appease themselves but also ...
BIG LAW • Sun, 13 Oct 2024
SME lawyers to be burdened with extra costs from money laundering bill, warns MP
The member for Bradfield has raised concerns about the billions of dollars in costs the bill will impose on small law firms.
POLITICS • Sun, 13 Oct 2024
Judicial wellness, new silks, and BigLaw transitions: What’s hot in law this week (7–11 Oct)
The run-up to the end of the year is in full swing, but the market shows no signs of slowing down just yet. Here is your weekly round-up of the biggest stories for ...
BIG LAW • Fri, 11 Oct 2024
Proposed ACCC reforms ‘will make the merger clearance process more challenging’, says partner
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has unveiled what he calls “the biggest reforms to Australia’s merger settings in almost 50 years”. However, the proposed changes could, one BigLaw ...
POLITICS • Thu, 10 Oct 2024
Ligeti Partners appoints new principal from Clyde & Co
National firm Ligeti Partners has hired a new principal for its Melbourne-based commercial and residential property insurance team, who joins from a global rival.
BIG LAW • Thu, 10 Oct 2024
Children’s lawyer named WA Law Society president for 2025
Gary Mack, who is the mayor of West Australian town Cambridge, as well as an independent children’s lawyer and family dispute resolution practitioner, is set to serve as ...
SME LAW • Thu, 10 Oct 2024
New cyber legislation to help Australia ‘keep pace with emerging threats’, minister says
Australia is set to enable mandatory reporting of ransom payments and new standards for smart devices with its standalone Cyber Security Act, according to Minister Tony ...
POLITICS • Thu, 10 Oct 2024
Maddocks takes team from Holding Redlich
National law firm Maddocks has appointed a planning and environment partner from BigLaw rival Holding Redlich, who is bringing a team across with him.
BIG LAW • Wed, 09 Oct 2024
