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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.