Lauren Croft

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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.

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Former Federal Court judge appointed to RBA board

Treasurer Jim Chalmers has appointed two new members of the RBA board, one of whom is a former judge and former Fair Work Commission president.

THE BAR • Thu, 20 Apr 2023

‘A less frenetic period should be no surprise’ following a strong 2022 for M&A

While there have been concerns raised about the strength of the M&A market amid a potential recession, the space will be in better shape in the near future, according ...

BIG LAW • Wed, 19 Apr 2023

Ashurst promotes 25 to the partnership

International firm Ashurst has promoted 25 partners, including 13 in Australia, in what the firm said is a record number for the second year running.

BIG LAW • Wed, 19 Apr 2023

Lawyers want pay rises over perks

With a potential economic downturn on the horizon and mid-level lawyers in higher demand than ever, should firms be offering lawyers increased salaries or simply more ...

BIG LAW • Tue, 18 Apr 2023

Landmark stolen generations settlement approved by Supreme Court

Thousands of family members and descendants of the Northern Territory stolen generations will benefit from a historic settlement of over $50 million, which was officially ...

THE BAR • Tue, 18 Apr 2023

‘Competition is very good for in-house counsel’

The increase in variety and competition for law firms contesting to be on legal services panels is “a great thing” for in-house counsel briefing firms, one GC opined

CORPORATE COUNSEL • Tue, 18 Apr 2023

9 cyber security trends for 2023

New research from Gartner has revealed the top cyber security trends for 2023, with leaders urged to pivot to a “human-centric” approach in order for effective cyber ...

CORPORATE COUNSEL • Tue, 18 Apr 2023

Dutton names new shadow A-G

Leader of the Opposition Peter Dutton has revealed a new shadow attorney-general who will take over following Julian Leeser’s resignation last week.

POLITICS • Mon, 17 Apr 2023

Which law schools did 30 Under 30 finalists attend?

Following the reveal of this year’s 30 Under 30 finalists, find out which Australian law schools produced the greatest number of finalists for the 2023 awards here.

BIG LAW • Mon, 17 Apr 2023

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