Naomi Neilson

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Naomi Neilson is a senior journalist with a focus on court reporting for Lawyers Weekly, as well as other titles under the Momentum Media umbrella. She regularly writes about matters before the Federal Court of Australia, the Supreme Courts, the Civil and Administrative Tribunals, and the Fair Work Commission. Naomi has also published investigative pieces about the legal profession, including sexual harassment and bullying, wage disputes, and staff exoduses. You can email Naomi at: [email protected].

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Chief Justice strikes off lawyer for ‘morally abhorrent’ crimes

A lawyer serving almost a decade behind bars for child sexual abuse offences has been struck from the roll.

SME LAW • Tue, 27 Oct 2026

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In-house lawyer’s explosive dismissal claim survives strike-out bid

An in-house lawyer has levelled a series of allegations against her former employer, claiming bullying, cultural issues and the termination of a pregnancy for a new role ...

CORPORATE COUNSEL • Tue, 27 Oct 2026

The making of the ACT’s first female Chief Magistrate

The ACT’s first female Chief Magistrate takes stock of her trailblazing legal career with Lawyers Weekly, reflecting on her biggest milestones, toughest lessons and ...

BIG LAW • Mon, 26 Oct 2026

Fake cult plot ends in strike-off for complicit lawyer

A lawyer who helped dupe a victim into paying almost $150,000 for a sham cult rescue has been struck from the roll.

SME LAW • Sun, 25 Oct 2026

Barrister guilty of contempt amid $112k fee fight with Sydney chambers

A court has found Philip Bates guilty of civil contempt for a lengthy failure to produce financial documents amid a battle with his former chambers over $112,000 in floor ...

BIG LAW • Sun, 25 Oct 2026

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Reprimand for ‘deliberately evasive’ veteran barrister

An NSW barrister who admitted to lying under oath during family law proceedings will spend the rest of his career restrained to the Mental Health Review Tribunal.

BIG LAW • Thu, 22 Oct 2026

Victorian Labor is uninterested in the opinion of lawyers

The Victorian state government’s sudden decision to cap fees paid to its barristers is not the first time it has failed to consult with, or heed cautions by, the legal ...

BIG LAW • Wed, 21 Oct 2026

The coercive control shift putting lawyers on notice

As the NSW court system reshapes its understanding of coercive control, lawyers must keep pace while preserving their most crucial responsibilities: clearing up ...

SME LAW • Wed, 21 Oct 2026

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Legal Aid lawyer fired for ‘serious lapse’ of judgement fights back

A Legal Aid lawyer has protested against her dismissal over conduct connected to her advocacy for foster children.

SME LAW • Tue, 20 Oct 2026

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