Lauren is a journalist at Lawyers Weekly and graduated with a Bachelor of Journalism from Macleay College. Prior to joining Lawyers Weekly, she worked as a trade journalist for media and travel industry publications and Travel Weekly. Originally born in England, Lauren enjoys trying new bars and restaurants, attending music festivals and travelling. She is also a keen snowboarder and pre-pandemic, spent a season living in a French ski resort.
Mercedes-Benz and BMW facing potential class actions
Two separate class action claims are being investigated against Mercedes-Benz and BMW for the alleged installation of “cheat devices” on vehicles.
BIG LAW • Wed, 19 Oct 2022
‘It’s a great time to be part of the profession’
Investing in staff retention and technology whilst continuing to focus on client relationships are all key priorities for the incoming managing partner for BigLaw firm ...
BIG LAW • Tue, 18 Oct 2022
Knitting Nannas launch challenge over NSW anti-protest laws
Two climate-impacted “Knitting Nannas” have launched a constitutional challenge to the new anti-protest laws in NSW, in a move to protect democratic freedoms.
BIG LAW • Tue, 18 Oct 2022
Woolworths buys online marketplace for $243m
Online marketplace MyDeal.com.au has been acquired by Woolworths by way of a scheme of arrangement, in a deal worth $243 million.
BIG LAW • Tue, 18 Oct 2022
New judge appointed to FCFCOA and WA Family Court
A new judge has been dually appointed to the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (Division 1) and the Family Court of Western Australia.
THE BAR • Tue, 18 Oct 2022
College of Law to host legal tech webinar
With legal technology impacting both the personal and professional lives of lawyers, the College of Law’s Centre for Legal Innovation (CLI) will delve into what’s next ...
NEWLAW • Tue, 18 Oct 2022
nib holdings advised on acquisition, $150m capital raise
Maple Plan has been acquired by nib holdings, which recently completed a $150 million capital raising.
BIG LAW • Tue, 18 Oct 2022
Biztech Lawyers expands to UK, Singapore
Emerging law firm Biztech Lawyers has expanded to the United Kingdom and Singapore, expanding its global footprint after revenue across the business doubled.
SME LAW • Mon, 17 Oct 2022
Manslaughter trial into Air France crash in 2009 begins
The long-awaited manslaughter trial into the 2009 Air France crash that killed 228 people has begun in Paris.
BIG LAW • Mon, 17 Oct 2022