New criminal offence ‘not needed’ to combat conversion therapy
Though strongly opposing conversion therapy in any of its forms, the ACT Law Society does not agree with the “heavy-handed” creation of a new criminal offence.
BIG LAW • Wed, 26 Aug 2020
Asylum seeker test cases reach High Court
Four test cases to determine which court should hear allegations about the inadequate healthcare of refugees and asylum seekers will be considered by a High Court appeal
BIG LAW • Wed, 26 Aug 2020
Solicitor to personally front costs due to ‘administrative delays’
A solicitor has been ordered to “personally pay” the costs accrued from a delay in court proceedings, citing administrative oversight and COVID-19 restrictions.
BIG LAW • Tue, 25 Aug 2020
Federal Court class action launched against CBA
Shine Lawyers has commenced proceedings in the Federal Court against major bank CBA’s CommInsure policy on behalf of “tens of thousands” of affected consumers.
SME LAW • Tue, 25 Aug 2020
High schoolers set to receive ‘drop-in’ legal help
Legal aid lawyers will be delivering free and confidential legal assistance to high school students across the ACT under a new paid partnership with the territory ...
SME LAW • Tue, 25 Aug 2020
Is Australia’s travel ban a breach of international human rights law?
The frustrations felt by Australians unable to travel internationally, as well as the lack of meaningful enforcement options with respect to the right to leave, lend ...
SME LAW • Tue, 25 Aug 2020
Graduate to employee: The law student’s guide to securing a legal career
Networking early, ditching the tv-show fantasies and putting yourself first are just some of the proven tips for securing employment shortly after graduation.
NEWLAW • Mon, 24 Aug 2020
First virtual admission ceremony turns Chief Justice into ‘vlogger’
In its first-ever virtual admission ceremony, the Chief Justice of NSW’s Supreme Court has welcomed the newest members of the legal profession, addressing the major legal ...
NEWLAW • Mon, 24 Aug 2020
Virtual courtroom makes future students the jury
“Members of the jury,” an associate professor – posing as the presiding judge – tells a camera, starting a virtual courtroom trial designed to put future law students in ...
NEWLAW • Mon, 24 Aug 2020
