Client says he felt ‘trapped’ into Queensland firm’s retainer
A man who owes a Brisbane firm $550,000 in legal fees has accused his lawyers of pursuing his case despite knowing he was unwell.
BIG LAW • Tue, 12 Dec 2023
WA lawyer misappropriated $80k from client’s estate
The fate of a West Australian lawyer remains unclear after he was found to have misappropriated over $80,000 from a client’s estate.
BIG LAW • Mon, 11 Dec 2023
Indonesian lawyer accuses Canberra law firm of stealing clients
An Indonesian lawyer seeking to take over an Australian class action has made several sensational allegations against a Canberra firm, including a claim its lawyers used ...
BIG LAW • Sun, 10 Dec 2023
Sydney firm persists with fight for $2m in legal fees
A Sydney law firm and a tea tree oil plantation business locked in a court stoush over a claim for almost $2 million in legal fees will remain at a standstill until an ...
BIG LAW • Sun, 10 Dec 2023
NSW Legal Aid accused of refusing to employ pregnant solicitor
A solicitor accused NSW Legal Aid of discrimination for allegedly failing to offer her further employment because she was pregnant.
BIG LAW • Thu, 07 Dec 2023
Melbourne lawyer’s ‘concerning’ financial activity investigated
A Melbourne criminal lawyer suspected of breaching anti-money laundering laws failed to have his practising certificate restored.
BIG LAW • Thu, 07 Dec 2023
Ruby Princess class action expands into United States
The High Court has given the green light for almost 700 US passengers of the Ruby Princess to join a class action.
BIG LAW • Wed, 06 Dec 2023
Future of Tasmanian judge uncertain following assault charges
The Tasmanian government will decide the future of a Supreme Court judge who is currently facing assault charges.
BIG LAW • Wed, 06 Dec 2023
Sydney lawyer announces political run in South Africa elections
A Sydney criminal lawyer has announced he will return to South Africa to launch a political campaign for an independent seat.
BIG LAW • Tue, 05 Dec 2023
