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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Barristers join bench of NSW District Court

A barrister specialising in criminal law and a Crown prosecutor have been appointed judges of the District Court of NSW.

BIG LAW • Mon, 06 Jul 2026

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17 lawyers promoted, AI officer added to Gilchrist Connell

In addition to elevating 17 of its lawyers to special counsel, senior associate, and associate, Gilchrist Connell has created and filled the position of chief AI and ...

BIG LAW • Mon, 06 Jul 2026

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WA lawyer agrees to strike-off order for doubling down on false career claims

A West Australian lawyer’s legal career has ended almost as quickly as it began after he was caught lying about two former jobs.

SME LAW • Sun, 05 Jul 2026

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Colin Biggers & Paisley promotes 2 partners

Two property and development lawyers have been promoted to partner at Colin Biggers & Paisley.

BIG LAW • Sun, 05 Jul 2026

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Deputy president, commissioners added to Industrial Relations Commission

To support new bullying, harassment, and workers’ compensation laws, a non-judicial deputy president and four commissioners have been added to the NSW Industrial ...

BIG LAW • Sun, 05 Jul 2026

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Lawyers go head-to-head over scathing misconduct claims

A defamation battle between two lawyers has tested the limits of airing sensational misconduct allegations before a costs assessor.

SME LAW • Thu, 02 Jul 2026

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2 partners, 13 lawyers promoted by HopgoodGanim Lawyers

HopgoodGanim Lawyers has elevated 15 of its legal practitioners, including two partners and three special counsel.

BIG LAW • Thu, 02 Jul 2026

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Clifford Chance takes real estate team from Mallesons

A real estate partner and his team of five have moved to Clifford Chance from Mallesons.

BIG LAW • Wed, 01 Jul 2026

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Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers promotes 16, including 1 partner

National firm Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers has promoted 16 lawyers in a move that has strengthened its future leadership and expertise.

BIG LAW • Wed, 01 Jul 2026

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