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AI key to long-term survival, not widespread job losses
Rather than fearing widespread job losses, young lawyers and graduates should learn from artificial intelligence, said an Australian compensation law firm.
BIG LAW • Tue, 26 Nov 2019
Sydney Metro receives extension for $3.7bn project
The NSW government has successfully achieved an extension of the Sydney Metro Northwest network with assistance from Ashurst.
BIG LAW • Mon, 25 Nov 2019
IMF Bentham launches NZ class action to protest fatal fires
There are hundreds of buildings across New Zealand affected by combustible PE core cladding which has prompted a potential class action by a global litigation funder.
LIV calls for stamp duty exemption for elder abuse victims
The Law Institute of Victoria is calling for further protections for victims of elder abuse who suffer financial loss from paying stamp duty on their stolen real estate
Victoria Police says ‘no issue’ with Lawyer X amending statements
The Royal Commission into the Management of Police Informants heard barrister-turned-informer Nicola Gobbo was brought in to talk to clients who were believed to be ...
BIG LAW • Sun, 24 Nov 2019
LIV elects new 2020 president
The new 2020 president of the Law Institute of Victoria was endorsed by its members at the annual general meeting in Melbourne this week.
BIG LAW • Thu, 21 Nov 2019
Equator Principles releases framework for financial institutions
Norton Rose Fulbright has assisted Equator Principles Association as counsel for a review which provides frameworks for financial institutions.
Planet Fitness successfully lands in Australia
Macpherson Kelley and Hall & Wilcox helps establish Planet Fitness’ presence in Australia.
BIG LAW • Wed, 20 Nov 2019
ALA calls for civil and criminal laws to ban conversion therapy
Australian Lawyers Alliance called for stronger regulations around conversion practices that seek to change an individual’s sexual orientation.