‘Uncertainty is the new certainty’ in disputes
A global economic downturn is driving up volume within the dispute resolution space, according to a new report from Baker McKenzie.
CORPORATE COUNSEL • Tue, 17 Jan 2023
Perth lawyer found guilty of professional misconduct granted access to documents that may support appeal
The Legal Profession Complaints Committee WA has been ordered to hand over medical documents to a Perth solicitor as part of an appeal following disciplinary proceedings, ...
THE BAR • Mon, 16 Jan 2023
Sparke Helmore names 2 new managing partners
Sparke Helmore has appointed new local managing partners to lead two of its offices across the country, in a move the firm said will bolster growth.
BIG LAW • Mon, 16 Jan 2023
Firms join forces on Medibank action
After one of the most serious data breaches in Australian history, three firms have teamed up to pursue compensation action on behalf of millions.
BIG LAW • Sun, 15 Jan 2023
Increased pay transparency to combat gender pay gap
What do new bans on pay secrecy clauses mean for firms — and for the gender pay gap? These partners weigh in.
BIG LAW • Sun, 15 Jan 2023
Bolstered crypto regulation will help consumers ‘make informed decisions’
Whilst the law has struggled to keep up with the ever-evolving crypto space, as consumer awareness within the market grows, so will the rules around open banking and ...
BIG LAW • Sun, 15 Jan 2023
‘Employee wellbeing is front and centre’ in 2023
After learning a number of lessons throughout the pandemic, creating a supportive firm environment focused on staff wellbeing will be of high priority moving forward, ...
BIG LAW • Thu, 12 Jan 2023
The ‘resistance’ to innovation within the profession
Building structures from scratch to increase innovation and efficiency is key for firms to overcome traditional working practices, this pair argued.
NEWLAW • Thu, 12 Jan 2023
Allen & Overy names new Perth managing partner
Global BigLaw firm Allen & Overy has named a new managing partner for Perth, who takes over from Geoff Simpson ahead of his upcoming retirement from the partnership
BIG LAW • Thu, 12 Jan 2023
