Naomi Neilson

Naomi Neilson

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Naomi Neilson is a senior journalist with a focus on court reporting for Lawyers Weekly, as well as other titles under the Momentum Media umbrella. She regularly writes about matters before the Federal Court of Australia, the Supreme Courts, the Civil and Administrative Tribunals, and the Fair Work Commission. Naomi has also published investigative pieces about the legal profession, including sexual harassment and bullying, wage disputes, and staff exoduses. You can email Naomi at: [email protected].


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One decision does not make an entire justice system

In light of the High Court decision to appeal George Pell’s child sexual abuse convictions, critics have shifted their attention to putting the Victorian justice system ...

BIG LAW • Mon, 13 Apr 2020

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Solicitor reprimanded for ‘elaborate scheme’ to dupe legal representatives

A Victorian solicitor has been found guilty of professional misconduct due to an “elaborate scheme” to mislead legal representatives and shift large amounts of money

BIG LAW • Wed, 08 Apr 2020

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George Pell decision opens up child abuse commission

Many dominos will now fall that Cardinal George Pell has been freed of his convictions by the High Court of Australia – including a royal commission into child sexual ...

BIG LAW • Wed, 08 Apr 2020

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‘Wait and see’ approach to JobKeeper legislation could cost big

New legislation to be announced by the government will allow businesses, including law firms, to access payments that will ultimately protect staff and profits.

SME LAW • Wed, 08 Apr 2020

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MinterEllison mourns loss of Phil Bisset

The partners and staff at MinterEllison have expressed their condolences to the family of Phil Bisset, a partner in the Melbourne office’s environment and planning ...

BIG LAW • Wed, 08 Apr 2020

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What happens now George Pell is free

The High Court of Australia has granted an appeal to George Pell which saw him leave Barwon Prison after 400 days behind bars. What were the responses and what does this ...

BIG LAW • Tue, 07 Apr 2020

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Major firm stands down staff, cuts remaining hours by up to 20%

A major law firm has temporarily stood down 3 per cent of its staff and asked the remaining workforce to reduce their hours, some by up to 20 per cent.

BIG LAW • Tue, 07 Apr 2020

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George Pell hears final High Court decision

The High Court of Australia has handed the decision that could see Cardinal George Pell walk free or spend the rest of his sentence behind bars.

BIG LAW • Mon, 06 Apr 2020

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How I juggle work life and family life in the time of COVID-19

We have all had our lives turned upside down by COVID-19. In my case, it’s trying to juggle the role of principal lawyer and being a husband and father to our four ...

SME LAW • Mon, 06 Apr 2020

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