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Suspension for lawyer allegedly caught in money laundering syndicate

A Sydney solicitor accused of helping one of Australia’s largest-ever money laundering syndicates had his practising certificate suspended.

12 May 2026
By Naomi Neilson
Vulnerable children at risk as legal workforce hits ‘breaking point’

An urgent call to action was issued by the Law Council of Australia as vital children’s legal services, designed to protect the most vulnerable, edge towards collapse under persistent funding shortfalls.

12 May 2026
By Naomi Neilson and Grace Robbie
Mediation as a commercial superpower: The new mandate for Australian corporate counsel

Equipped with formal mediation advocacy skills, corporate counsel can directly leverage their intimate knowledge of a business to steer disputes towards outcomes that transcend legal problem solving and generate measurable enterprise value, writes Ruwan Wathukarage.

12 May 2026
By Ruwan Wathukarage
Corrs takes projects partner from Ashurst

A projects partner has been added to Corrs Chambers Westgarth’s Sydney office.

12 May 2026
By Naomi Neilson
Legora acquires Graceview, extends Series D funding

Global legal AI platform Legora has had a busy few weeks, having both snapped up Melbourne-based start-up Graceview and announced a US$50 million extension of its previously announced Series D financing.

12 May 2026
By Jerome Doraisamy
257m students put at risk in massive Canvas data breach

A massive Canvas data breach has impacted students at Australia’s top universities, disrupting classroom operations and raising fears of “far-reaching” consequences from the stolen personal data.

11 May 2026
By David Hollingworth and Grace Robbie
Why taking the leap to study abroad is worth it

While studying overseas can feel like a daunting step for many law students, one student has stressed that taking the leap can be life-changing, offering unforgettable experiences, lifelong memories, and invaluable professional skills that extend far beyond the classroom.

11 May 2026
By Grace Robbie
Serious harm showdown in Rebel Wilson defamation trial

The silks behind Rebel Wilson and Charlotte MacInnes defamation trial have clashed over the serious harm parameters, including whether the latter’s allegedly blossoming career should be considered against her.

11 May 2026
By Naomi Neilson
The case for new technology in financial services

AI, in its many forms, presents both exciting commercial potential and significant risks, according to a senior financial services lawyer.

11 May 2026
By Amelia McNamara
WK establishes first chief technology and AI officer role

International law firm Wotton Kearney has created a new chief technology and AI officer role to drive its digital transformation strategy, appointing a senior technology and advisory partner to the inaugural position.

11 May 2026
By Grace Robbie