Naomi Neilson is a senior journalist with a focus on court reporting for Lawyers Weekly. You can email Naomi at: [email protected]
COVIDSafe data ‘safe in our hands’, says AG office
Legislation passed by the Morrison government has enhanced the privacy protections in the COVIDSafe app, according to Attorney-General Christian Porter.
BIG LAW • Thu, 14 May 2020
Legal service ‘deeply disappointed’ with strip-search consequences
A suite of reports has detailed the excessive and unlawful strip searching of young people but has not recommended consequences for the NSW Police officers involved.
Law Society seeks to remove solicitor from Roll
The NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal has determined whether the Law Society can proceed with an application to remove a solicitor’s name from the Roll.
BIG LAW • Wed, 13 May 2020
UK expert weighs in on Lawyer X handling
A former senior police officer from the UK has weighed in on the management of criminal barrister Nicola Gobbo by Victoria Police.
National firm raises $90k for Indigenous youth charity
An Australian law firm has raised more than $90,000 for an Indigenous youth charity after hosting events in Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne.
Mafia figure launches appeal over Lawyer X conviction
A key player in what was Melbourne’s biggest importation of ecstasy tablets has launched an appeal against his conviction, citing Nicola Gobbo’s informing.
BIG LAW • Tue, 12 May 2020
Law students support legal aid with COVID-19-related issues
Law students from a Queensland university have been offering much-needed assistance to legal services across Brisbane as the COVID-19 pandemic sweeps through the state.
BIG LAW • Mon, 11 May 2020
Law Institute of Victoria welcomes funding boost
Increased funding to the Victorian frontline legal services will provide greater support and advice during COVID-19, according to the Law Institute of Victoria.
Origin Energy secures partnership with UK energy retailer
Herbert Smith Freehills has assisted Origin Energy Limited in securing a strategic partnership with UK Octopus Energy.
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