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].
‘Cultural change cannot continue at glacial pace’: Female CEOs increase but hit new low in chair numbers
Although there has been a reduction in the number of firms promoting only men into leadership positions, including into CEO roles, a new report by Women Lawyers ...
BIG LAW • Wed, 10 Nov 2021
Man falsely accused of abducting Cleo Smith considers legal action
A Western Australian man wrongfully identified as being Cleo Smith’s abductor by the Seven Network said he is considering defamation after spending the last week ...
BIG LAW • Wed, 10 Nov 2021
Forensic accountant joins Clayton Utz
A forensic accountant with international experience at big four accounting firms has joined Clayton Utz’s forensic and technology services team.
BIG LAW • Wed, 10 Nov 2021
Three senior hires made at Media Arts Lawyers
In an appointment round that doubles the partners at Media Arts Lawyers, the firm has invested in significant growth to represent the increased depth of experience across ...
BIG LAW • Wed, 10 Nov 2021
Australian Pharmaceutical Industries acquired by Wesfarmers subsidiary
Australian Pharmaceutical Industries, Wesfarmers and Wesfarmers Limited has entered into a scheme implementation deed with assistance from Ashurst.
BIG LAW • Wed, 10 Nov 2021
Norway-based IT service acquires rhipe
The Norway-based Crayon, an IT service business, has acquired rhipe Limited by scheme of arrangement with assistance from BigLaw firm Allens.
BIG LAW • Wed, 10 Nov 2021
Reforms, funding front of mind for SA legal profession ahead of election
Ahead of the next state election, the South Australian Law Society has made a number of key asks that include legislative changes and increased funding. It also took aim ...
BIG LAW • Tue, 09 Nov 2021
Joint lead managers secure convertible notes by Flight Centre
Assisting UBS AG, Australia Branch and Merrill Lynch Equities, global law firm Ashurst has secured convertible notes from Flight Centre Travel Group Limited.
BIG LAW • Tue, 09 Nov 2021
Tribeca Investment Partners launches innovative carbon credit trading fund
Tribeca Investment Partners has successfully achieved its carbon credits investment joint venture and the launch of its $500 million carbon fund.
BIG LAW • Tue, 09 Nov 2021