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Premier criticises Melbourne firm for virus outbreak

Premier Daniel Andrews has slammed a Melbourne firm for its initial stance on working from home and the subsequent outbreaks in the office.

21 July 2020
By Naomi Neilson
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MinterEllison bolsters consulting team with new infrastructure executive

MinterEllison has expanded its consulting infrastructure team with the appointment of a new expert consultant.

21 July 2020
By Tony Zhang
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New ruling could impact future initiative for pro bono

A new ruling by the Federal Court has caused some confusion for pro bono lawyers and could cause some to think twice about representing clients on a pro bono basis.

21 July 2020
By Tony Zhang
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Australians at risk of arbitrary arrests in China, experts say

While it is impossible to link a recent death sentence in China back to the rising tension with Australia, two experts are cautioning travellers against a risk of arbitrary arrests.

21 July 2020
By Naomi Neilson
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No more excuses: The dos and don’ts of a virtual hearing 

The days of adjustments and slip-ups in virtual hearings are over as judges and courts expect barristers to show the same kind of etiquette they would in a physical setting.

20 July 2020
By Naomi Neilson
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Hotel quarantine: $3m inquiry into failed COVID-19 plans underway

As Victoria’s cases continue to escalate, the inquiry into the state’s bungled quarantine hotel program is underway. Commissioner and former judge Jennifer Coate used her opening statement to warn government agencies against failure to cooperate.

20 July 2020
By Naomi Neilson
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LCA works with Federal Courts for seamless post-COVID transition

As Australia prepares to move into a recovery period, the Law Council of Australia has confirmed it will work closely with the courts to address the backlog of cases. 

20 July 2020
By Naomi Neilson
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NSW’s busiest court gets security update

One of Australia’s biggest court complexes has undergone a crucial security update – the largest security upgrade for the justice system in almost 30 years.

20 July 2020
By Naomi Neilson
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What factors help you reach partnership early?

Kiera Peacock became a partner at her 32nd birthday, and says there were key professional factors that helped her rise through the ranks.

20 July 2020
By Jerome Doraisamy
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BigLaw firm reassures graduates amid $290k underpayment reveal

Gilbert + Tobin has reassured graduates that the firm is committed to the wellbeing of young staff amid the revelations it had reached $290,000 in underpayments.

20 July 2020
By Naomi Neilson