Frequently asked legal employment questions relating to COVID-19
The spread of the viral coronavirus has posed a unique set of challenges for workplaces. One BigLaw firm answers the major legal questions around employment.
BIG LAW • Wed, 25 Mar 2020
Direction notes outline changes to Victoria’s Magistrates’ Court
The Magistrates’ Court of Victoria has released practice directions in light of the extensive changes to appeal cases, convictions and all committal hearings.
BIG LAW • Wed, 25 Mar 2020
Damages awarded in sexual harassment cases need ‘sensible review’
A report into the state of sexual harassment in Australia has recommended further review of the damages awarded. Speaking to Lawyers Weekly, a Shine Lawyers solicitor ...
BIG LAW • Wed, 25 Mar 2020
M&A deals in the time of the coronavirus
As a result of the uncertainty associated with COVID-19, a BigLaw firm is predicting M&A deals will fall over entirely or need to be repriced.
BIG LAW • Tue, 24 Mar 2020
Solicitor guilty of failing to provide ‘critical’ financial information to Law Aid
A Victorian-based solicitor has been found guilty of professional misconduct for his failure to provide relevant case and financial information to Law Aid.
BIG LAW • Tue, 24 Mar 2020
How graduates can secure a job in a BigLaw firm
Last fortnight, Lawyers Weekly looked at eight of the BigLaw firms graduates most want to work with. This week, we look at how students can secure a top spot.
NEWLAW • Mon, 23 Mar 2020
Universities ranked amid satisfaction decline
A government-funded student survey has revealed undergraduate students are mostly unhappy with their education, with law students reporting only a mild improvement.
NEWLAW • Mon, 23 Mar 2020
BigLaw firm offers technology program for grads
A top-tier Australian law firm has partnered with a technology company to create a first-time specialised graduate program backed by expertise in forensic technology.
NEWLAW • Mon, 23 Mar 2020
Students offer online legal advice for young people
Law students and interns are among the many providing legal assistance to the young and vulnerable in the community through an online platform.
NEWLAW • Mon, 23 Mar 2020
