Jerome Doraisamy is the managing editor of Lawyers Weekly and HR Leader. He is also the author of The Wellness Doctrines book series, an admitted solicitor in New South Wales, and a board director of the Minds Count Foundation. You can email Jerome at: [email protected]
In sex harassment cases, ‘an apology alone should never be enough’
A recent Fair Work decision has been labelled as “disappointing” by a senior lawyer, who warned that employers may glean that the provision of an apology could be enough ...
THE BAR • Tue, 20 Aug 2024
Team of 7 join Turner Freeman from Coleman Greig
Two partners, a lawyer, two support staff and two clerks have moved across from Coleman Greig Lawyers to Turner Freeman Lawyers.
SME LAW • Tue, 20 Aug 2024
MillerPrince appoints new banking and finance practice head
Sydney-based boutique corporate and commercial firm MillerPrince has appointed a new partner to lead its banking and finance team.
SME LAW • Tue, 20 Aug 2024
What is legal’s role in ensuring adherence to the Right to Disconnect?
With the recently legislated Right to Disconnect set to begin next week, law departments need to be across the looming changes and expectations for workplaces.
CORPORATE COUNSEL • Tue, 20 Aug 2024
Grindr and a glass of prosecco: ‘Mystifying’ approach to allegations sees Virgin employee reinstated
An unfair dismissal claim has resulted in a cabin crew member with Virgin Airlines Australia being reinstated over what the Fair Work Commission labelled a “mystifying” ...
THE BAR • Mon, 19 Aug 2024
Mellor Olsson names new partner
South Australia-based firm Mellor Olsson has appointed a new partner to lead its wills and estates team.
SME LAW • Mon, 19 Aug 2024
Corrs adds 5 new Melbourne-based partners
National law firm Corrs Chambers Westgarth has appointed five new partners for its Melbourne office, all of whom join from BigLaw rivals.
BIG LAW • Sun, 18 Aug 2024
Finding solutions to the scourge of bullying and harassment
Psychosocial hazards in the legal profession: A state-based regulator’s recent move to enhance workplace wellbeing, empathy, and connection may offer answers to the ...
THE BAR • Sun, 18 Aug 2024
A Stalin-inspired threat and violent text messages: What’s hot in law this week (12–16 Aug)
This week has seen some extraordinary professional misconduct matters come before the courts. Here is your weekly round-up of the biggest stories for Australia’s legal ...
BIG LAW • Fri, 16 Aug 2024