The ‘shocking and sobering’ rates of sexual offending in Australia
The inaugural Australian Sexual Offence Statistical collection report has been released, detailing the prevalence and nature of sexual offending across the country.
POLITICS • Sun, 14 Jul 2024
Disclosure failures and ‘damage’ to ICAC: What’s hot in law this week (8–12 July)
This week, Lawyers Weekly unveiled the finalists for this year’s Australian Law Awards. Elsewhere, the commissioner of the South Australian Independent Commission Against ...
BIG LAW • Fri, 12 Jul 2024
Understanding the vicious cycle: Representing DV offenders who are also the victims
I am often asked why I represent people that commit family violence. Here is my answer, writes Lauren Cassimatis.
THE BAR • Thu, 11 Jul 2024
WRP names 2 new associates
WRP Legal & Advisory, which now employs over 50 staff, has elevated two of its lawyers to associate.
SME LAW • Thu, 11 Jul 2024
Thynne + Macartney promotes 3
Queensland-based firm Thynne + Macartney has named a new special counsel and two new associates.
SME LAW • Thu, 11 Jul 2024
SME law and accounting firms need to work together
Boutique law firms need to explore partnerships with local accounting firms to create a strategic position in offering SME clients a diverse range of professional ...
SME LAW • Thu, 11 Jul 2024
How social media is changing outcomes of family law matters
Permeating nearly every aspect of society, social media’s influence extends to family law cases within Australia with a frequency that would surprise those outside of the ...
THE BAR • Thu, 11 Jul 2024
Potential workplace hazards for firm leaders to be on top of
The managing principal of FCW Lawyers reveals the challenges and hazards present in the current work environment that significantly impact the focus and productivity of a ...
BIG LAW • Wed, 10 Jul 2024
Mills Oakley adds 2 partners from BigLaw rivals
National law firm Mills Oakley has appointed a corporate M&A partner from Hamilton Locke and a financial services partner from KPMG.
BIG LAW • Wed, 10 Jul 2024
