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A recommendation to strike off a Western Australian lawyer for making baseless, scandalous allegations has sent a strong message to the profession that “very serious consequences” will be taken against those who engage in similar misconduct.

Dentons has bolstered its national energy, resources, and infrastructure practice with the appointment of an experienced projects partner.

Allegations of safety breaches involving cosmetic nail glue and button battery products have been made against retail giant Kmart.

Slater and Gordon Lawyers has secured a $1.9 million payment for an ex-plumber diagnosed with asbestosis after being exposed to the toxic substance during his employment.

A departing law firm partner was ordered to hand back just over $308,000 in overdrawn profits.

Lawyers Weekly is thrilled to unveil – exclusively for subscribers of Lawyers Weekly Premium – the second annual M&A Dealmakers ranking, showcasing the best-performing M&A dealmakers Down Under over the past year.

A probity specialist has joined Maddocks’ Canberra office as special counsel, further strengthening the firm’s probity, procurement, and Commonwealth government advisory capabilities.

If this was my final note to the world, I would say this: in a world full of darkness, be light, and in a world that is unkind, be kind, writes an anonymous Australian lawyer. (Content warning: This story contains content that deals with significant mental health distress and suicide ideation. Discretion is advised. Helplines are available below.)

With AI-driven pricing more prevalent, lawyers must grapple with algorithms that adjust prices based on consumer behaviour, demand, and market conditions.

An advocacy group has challenged the NSW Law Society to provide greater scrutiny of its Lawcover arrangements, including how premiums are set, capital is managed, and potential conflicts of interest are addressed.