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Walter Sofronoff fails to overturn corruption findings

Former judge Walter Sofronoff was unable to overturn the ACT Integrity Commission’s finding that he engaged in corrupt conduct while leading an inquiry into Bruce Lehrmann’s abandoned prosecution.

12 December 2025
By Naomi Neilson
3 new partners, 6 senior associates at Bartier Perry

Bartier Perry has promoted three to partner and six to senior associate, alongside the launch of a new graduate program.

12 December 2025
By Naomi Neilson
Migration appeal reforms ‘an important step towards efficiency’

The federal government has proposed new reforms that will change the way migration decisions are reviewed, impacting students, employers, and migrants across Australia.

12 December 2025
By Carlos Tse
Die Hard, moral permission, and the architecture of heroism

At first glance, Die Hard seems little more than a seasonal spectacle and cinematic bravado. Yet beneath the glass and gunfire lies a quiet study in how violence becomes virtue and loyalty masquerades as justice, writes Rebecca Ward, MBA.

12 December 2025
By Rebecca Ward, MBA
Why law firms that embrace change will succeed in the coming years

In an era of rapid legal and technological transformation, Philip Colman has emphasised that law firms willing to adapt, embrace innovation, and seize emerging opportunities are the ones most likely to thrive and stay ahead in the competitive legal landscape of the coming years.

11 December 2025
By Grace Robbie
Prominent litigation lawyers launch RA Law Group

Former partners at Rostron Carlyle Rojas Lawyers have launched their own independent firm, focused on delivering tangible commercial results for their clients.

11 December 2025
By Grace Robbie
InfoTrack unveils AI platform to strengthen compliance and data across key industries

Technology provider InfoTrack has rolled out a new AI platform that promises a more secure and transparent link between enterprises and government data – launching at a moment when scrutiny is rising, and businesses are demanding firmer guardrails for AI.

11 December 2025
By Grace Robbie
How much are law firms emitting, and where does it go?

While the Australian legal sector continues to show strong commitment to environmental management and climate leadership, the AusLSA 2025 annual report has highlighted the key sources driving the largest emissions from law firms.

11 December 2025
By Grace Robbie
‘Not punching bags’: SA prisons in lockdown as corrections officers strike

Corrections and home detention officers at seven of South Australia’s prisons have put down the tools, sending the justice system into crisis.

10 December 2025
By Naomi Neilson
Reprimand for solicitor over attempts to ‘embarrass, frustrate’

A Sydney solicitor was reprimanded and fined for sending a letter designed to “embarrass or frustrate” the recipient.

10 December 2025
By Naomi Neilson