‘Not discriminating is not enough’: How firms can better support LGBTQI+ rights
It is really important that law firms are committed to promoting equality in its offices for both its staff and clients, but it means going beyond having ...
BIG LAW • Tue, 10 Nov 2020
Christian Porter considers legal action after Four Corners report
Federal Attorney-General Christian Porter said he is considering legal action after new reports indicated that he was inappropriate towards women in the past
BIG LAW • Tue, 10 Nov 2020
Qld lawyer launches new firm at 27
In the midst of a global pandemic, young lawyer Simon Playford launched his own firm and proved that young voices are needed more than ever at the top of the profession
NEWLAW • Mon, 09 Nov 2020
Optus secures amaysim’s mobile business
King & Wood Mallesons has assisted amaysim with the sale of its mobile business to Optus.
BIG LAW • Mon, 09 Nov 2020
‘Dream job to nightmare’: Investigation into senior lawyer’s suicide reveals toxic culture at Victoria’s Coroners Court
For Jessica Wilby, securing a role at the Coroners Court and starting her path towards coroner aspirations was a “dream”, but a toxic culture, untenable workloads and ...
BIG LAW • Mon, 09 Nov 2020
International Bar Association to assess global mental health of lawyers
While the “devastating effects” of mental illnesses have attacked the wellbeing of legal professionals long before COVID-19, the International Bar Association ...
BIG LAW • Mon, 09 Nov 2020
Inquiry into Law of Armed Conflict breaches awaits public distribution
An inquiry into alleged war crimes in Afghanistan by Australian special forces delivered its final report into possible breaches of the Law of Armed Conflict and while ...
BIG LAW • Mon, 09 Nov 2020
The Protégé Podcast launches for young lawyers
Lawyers Weekly is thrilled to announce that it is about to launch a podcast for students, graduates and aspiring young lawyers on Monday, 9 November.
NEWLAW • Sun, 08 Nov 2020
Family and Federal Circuit Courts update notices of risk for families
Australia’s Family Court and Federal Circuit Court have prioritised families and children with a form that can be used across both courts to identify issues of risk.
BIG LAW • Sun, 08 Nov 2020
