Naomi Neilson is a senior journalist with a focus on court reporting for Lawyers Weekly. You can email Naomi at: [email protected]
Queensland legislation would put end to ‘greedy’ law firms
A Queensland lawyer has re-iterated the need for the state to move to ban the practice of claims farming, with the effect of cutting off “greedy” interstate law firms
SME LAW • Sun, 14 Jul 2019
JWS advises investment company on 2 major acquisitions
Johnson Winter & Slattery has advised a real estate investment company on two Brisbane acquisitions.
BIG LAW • Sun, 14 Jul 2019
KWM and UTS to offer Indigenous internships
King & Wood Mallesons and the University of Technology Sydney have partnered up to provide Indigenous law students with “ideal” internships.
Global firm celebrates pride with art
To celebrate pride and inclusion both in and outside of the workplace, a global law firm hosted an annual art exhibition in Sydney dedicated to LGBT+ artists and allies
BIG LAW • Thu, 11 Jul 2019
Law associations sign on to saving Indigenous legal assistance program
Major law associations are joining an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander national peak body to call for a legal assistance program to be retained.
Insurance law specialist firm moves to incorporated model
To secure a more client-focused and invested future, an insurance law firm made the switch to an incorporated model.
SME LAW • Wed, 10 Jul 2019
New technology hit and miss for lawyers
As the mainstream world adapts to changes in technology — and therefore policies and practices — the law profession seems to be narrowly missing its mark.
BIG LAW • Tue, 09 Jul 2019
CNL elevates 4, welcomes 1 partner
Carter Newell Lawyers has elevated four of its staff, including one new partner, associates and one new senior associate.
SME LAW • Tue, 09 Jul 2019
G+T attracts 2 new partners
Gilbert + Tobin has welcomed two highly experienced partners to its ranks.