LCA says media restrictions ‘deterrent to public interest’, takes aim at Christian Porter
The president of the Law Council of Australia has delivered a scathing review into the government’s plans to restrict media reporting into its dealings.
BIG LAW • Sun, 17 Nov 2019
Holding Redlich appoints partner and special counsel
National firm Holding Redlich has appointed a new partner to its Queensland property and real estate practice.
BIG LAW • Sun, 17 Nov 2019
RATCH-Australia acquires major stake in Alinta Energy wind farm
Baker McKenzie has acted for RATCH-Australia in acquiring a major stake in a wind farm owned by Alinta Energy.
BIG LAW • Sun, 17 Nov 2019
Afterpay successful in $200m placement with Coatue Management
Afterpay has entered into a proposed strategic partnership and a $200 million placement with US company Coatue Management.
BIG LAW • Thu, 14 Nov 2019
AI should serve family provision litigation, Supreme Court judge says
With artificial intelligence becoming a major player in central, everyday services, such as banks, insurance companies and accountants, there is no reason why the legal ...
BIG LAW • Thu, 14 Nov 2019
Detective sergeant says Lawyer X involvement did not compromise defence
A detective sergeant for Victoria Police said there was “never any concern the defence was being compromised” despite being present at the same time the ...
BIG LAW • Wed, 13 Nov 2019
High Court approves move towards granting George Pell appeal
Disgraced cardinal George Pell has been granted a final chance to overturn his historic child sexual abuse offences.
BIG LAW • Wed, 13 Nov 2019
High Court of Australia rules on George Pell appeal
The High Court of Australia has made its decision on whether a convicted child abuser and disgraced cardinal, George Pell, can appeal his conviction.
BIG LAW • Tue, 12 Nov 2019
Law is best at ‘campaigning and championing’ inclusion – but leadership needs some improvement
The law is best positioned to facilitate inclusion than most other sectors as it “runs right through everything”, but when it comes to championing and campaigning an ...
BIG LAW • Tue, 12 Nov 2019
