Naomi Neilson is a senior journalist with a focus on court reporting for Lawyers Weekly. You can email Naomi at: [email protected]
How one BigLaw firm changed the game for working parents
Five years ago, a legal power couple working at the same firm both took parental leave at the same time in anticipation of their first child. While it raised some ...
BIG LAW • Wed, 10 Mar 2021
Sydney courthouses to showcase art from inmates
Sydney’s busiest courtrooms will get an art refresh with new collections showcased until the end of March, all designed by inmates from surrounding suburbs.
NEWLAW • Wed, 10 Mar 2021
Sydney lawyer reprimanded, fined for trust account violation
A solicitor and co-founder of a boutique practice has been reprimanded, fined and ordered to undertake further education for causing a trust account breach.
Legislation to prevent corruption could leave ministers exempt
The Commonwealth Integrity Commission legislation introduced by federal Attorney-General Christian Porter to ensure public service remains free from criminal corruption ...
BIG LAW • Tue, 09 Mar 2021
Unispace sells to PAG Asia Capital
Unispace Global has successfully been sold to PAG Asia Capital with legal assistance from Allens.
Newcastle firm hires solicitor with 2 decades of experience
Newcastle’s oldest firm has hired a solicitor to its family law practice who will bring with her over 20 years’ experience in the space.
Barrister awaiting penalty for ‘sexually inappropriate conduct’ at clerk event
An NSW barrister has been found guilty of unsatisfactory professional conduct after engaging in “sexually inappropriate conduct” towards a female legal professional, ...
Sydney Metro gets $302m upgrade
The Sydney Metro has received a $302 million station upgrade at its Southwest Metro that will involve nine stations on the T3 Bankstown Line.
BIG LAW • Mon, 08 Mar 2021
Historical claims should not be ‘barrier to justice’, legal experts warn
Legal academics and experts have warned that while there are some unfortunate obstacles to bringing a historical case to justice – especially if there is a problem with ...