Naomi Neilson

Gobbo says she felt ‘stuck’ but doctor told her to keep informing

Barrister-turned-police snitch Nicola Gobbo was given many opportunities to leave police and criminals behind but chose to continue informing despite many warnings.

BIG LAW • Wed, 05 Feb 2020

Gobbo admits work with Victoria Police was ‘totally inappropriate’

On day two of her evidence, barrister Nicola Gobbo has told the royal commission that informing was “totally inappropriate” and, in hindsight, there is a lot she should ...

BIG LAW • Wed, 05 Feb 2020

Lawyer X says Victoria Police are ‘master manipulators’ and shifts blame

On just day one of her evidence, Nicola Gobbo has blasted Victoria Police and pointed to instances where she felt coerced, “manipulated” and pressured into providing ...

BIG LAW • Tue, 04 Feb 2020

Lawyer X slams Victoria Police in first royal commission appearance

Barrister-turned-police informer Nicola Gobbo has told the Royal Commission into the Management of Police Informants that her handling by Victoria Police was treated like ...

THE BAR • Tue, 04 Feb 2020

Lawyer X to front royal commission today

Barrister-turned-police-informer Nicola Gobbo will appear before the Royal Commission into the Management of Police Informants today. Lawyers Weekly will be in attendance ...

BIG LAW • Mon, 03 Feb 2020

BigLaw firm appoints partners to Brisbane office

An independent, national law firm has appointed two experienced litigators from family courts as partners to boost its family law capabilities.

BIG LAW • Mon, 03 Feb 2020

WEX Inc acquires Optal Limited

Optal Limited has been sold to WEX Inc, which includes an acquisition of eNett Limited, with the assistance of Herbert Smith Freehills.

BIG LAW • Mon, 03 Feb 2020

Family law practice boosted at national firm

A national law firm has extended its family practice with the appointment of a principal who is accredited in family law and has experience in parenting matters and ...

SME LAW • Mon, 03 Feb 2020

Lawyer X takes the stand: What Nicola Gobbo has already said and what to expect

Following months of evidence and statements stacked against the barrister-turned-police snitch, Nicola Gobbo is finally due to front the royal commission and explain her ...

BIG LAW • Sun, 02 Feb 2020