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The Andrews government has been hit with another class action on behalf of workers who lost their jobs following the state’s most recent round of lockdowns.

Understanding and appreciating why you do what you do not only help you get out of bed each morning to work, it makes you a better legal professional, says Zile Yu.

Despite the economic instability of the age of coronavirus, lawyers may have been able to cut costs across the board. Here’s how they can stay on track financially as the post-pandemic landscape looms.

Queensland’s chief health officer should be given the same powers and jurisdiction as a Supreme Court judge, and the state should establish a border restriction complaint conciliation process, according to one Gold Coast lawyer.

A Queensland solicitor facing criminal charges over money laundering, fraud and false fee memorandums has lost his practising certificate but has avoided a $20,000 charge for a costs order on the grounds that his argument was not “devoid of merit”.

On behalf of a Melbourne restaurateur, a barrister has lodged documents in the state’s Supreme Court arguing that the curfew decision is invalid and not proportionate.

The witnessing of important legal documents such as wills, powers of attorney and statutory declarations over videoconference will continue under new legislation to be introduced into NSW Parliament.

Australia is set to consider abandoning the legal treaties between itself and Hong Kong as the ongoing tensions between the two continue to create a rift.

2020 has meant graduations in absentia, admission on the papers and a job market with few opportunities. Young lawyers, bright-eyed and bushy-tailed, have faced multiple blows this year, writes Stefani Janson.

National law firm Mills Oakley has secured the services of two corporate partners, as well as a senior associate and an associate, from PwC Legal.