This past week has seen several disciplinary proceedings, including a lawyer who was struck off for tricking a fired employee with fake emails and another who used client money in a wages dispute. Here is your weekly round-up of the biggest stories for Australia’s legal profession.
A Federal Court judge encouraged barristers to question their client’s instructions and push back if it comes close to breaching their ethics.
A number of recent employment cases in Queensland have demonstrated that psychological health is being treated the same as physical safety, a workplace relations partner has said.
While some see the incoming AML/CTF reforms as a burden, we see them as an opportunity to provide a superior client experience, writes Rolf Howard.
The College of Law has named a new director of innovation to drive the institution’s artificial intelligence and innovation agenda.
National firm Sparke Helmore Lawyers has added a partner to its projects and government commercial team, as well as a special counsel who specialises in contract law and dispute resolution.
A solicitor has been struck off after repeatedly lying about his education, qualifications, and practising certificate in an attempt to secure a role at a BigLaw firm.
As firm owners are increasingly encouraged to rethink traditional practice models and embrace a hybrid approach in response to clients turning to technology for DIY legal documents, Siobhan Mullins offers a practical, step-by-step guide to navigate this transition successfully.
A major BigLaw firm has gone head-to-head with a former client who alleged it provided negligent advice more than a decade ago, leaving him on the hook for significant costs and a loss of opportunities.
Independent Australian firm Corrs Chambers Westgarth has rolled out Harvey, an artificial intelligence legal platform, firmwide.
