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].
Military speak, exceptional travel: Judge lifts lid on virtual courtroom realities
A senior judge has offered a rare, behind-the-scenes account of how he and his colleagues have navigated virtual courtrooms, including the “exceptional” travel demands ...
BIG LAW • Mon, 23 Mar 2026
Legal Aid lawyer left to foot $40k bill after dropped discrimination case
A family lawyer who accused Legal Aid Queensland and several of her colleagues of discrimination has failed to shake an expensive costs order after she attempted to ...
BIG LAW • Sun, 22 Mar 2026
Judge advice, ‘alpha’ lawyer, and AI discipline: What’s hot in law this week (16–20 March)
There were several disciplinary proceedings and employment matters concerning lawyers over the past week, including one who referred to himself as an “alpha”
BIG LAW • Fri, 20 Mar 2026
WA lawyer tries to stall disciplinary case for making criminal claims against other solicitors
A West Australian solicitor who accused his ex-wife’s lawyer and an independent children’s lawyer of criminal conduct has sought to press pause on the disciplinary ...
SME LAW • Thu, 19 Mar 2026
4 new hires in Burch&Co’s commercial team
Melbourne- and Sydney-based boutique firm Burch&Co has added a commercial senior associate, an associate, and two law graduates.
SME LAW • Thu, 19 Mar 2026
LexisNexis AI solution equips lawyers with expert guidance
LexisNexis has given lawyers a new home for advising clients and start-ups in the technology and innovation sectors, alongside tools for handling traditional tech ...
BIG LAW • Thu, 19 Mar 2026
Discipline for lawyer’s ‘embarrassing’ court order breach
A solicitor disciplined for contravening a District Court order admitted it was “embarrassing given the nature of the dispute”.
BIG LAW • Wed, 18 Mar 2026
Sir Anthony Mason, ninth Chief Justice of Australia, dies at 100
The ninth Chief Justice of Australia, Sir Anthony Mason, has been fondly remembered for his significant contribution to the law.
BIG LAW • Wed, 18 Mar 2026
Judge cautions silks over ‘aggressive’ cross-examinations
A senior judge has warned lawyers against descending into “aggressive and confrontational” cross-examination, particularly when it may undermine fair opportunity and ...
BIG LAW • Mon, 16 Mar 2026