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New virtual masterclass for dealmakers launched

Lawyers Weekly is hosting its first-ever masterclass, equipping emerging leaders in law with the necessary tools to run private business acquisitions.

24 September 2020
By Jerome Doraisamy
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Managing wellness in regional firms post-COVID

As wellness continues to be an important topic for the legal industry, regional firms are also striving to find the best balance in managing wellness after the coronavirus hit.

24 September 2020
By Tony Zhang
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LCA publishes best practice guide for elder financial abuse

Legal practitioners can now access a best practice guide for identifying and addressing financial elder abuse in the preparation of wills and advance planning documents.

24 September 2020
By Naomi Neilson
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Legal understanding important to curb violence in schools

The Western Australian government has launched the second phase of the No Voice to Violence campaign, which will focus on accountability and understanding the legal implications of violence for students.

24 September 2020
By Tony Zhang
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Lessons from Greg Inglis about legislative interpretation

Believe it or not, we can learn a lot from rugby league in how we interpret the law, writes Alex Collie.

24 September 2020
By Alex Collie
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2 Australians elected to Ashurst board 

Global law firm Ashurst has elected two Australian partners to the Ashurst board effective from 1 November.

23 September 2020
By Tony Zhang
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Simon Overland feels ‘singled out’ by Lawyer X in new submissions

Former top cop Simon Overland has submitted that he has been singled out by Lawyer X in a “peculiar fashion” as he fights against claims that he breached police obligations.

23 September 2020
By Naomi Neilson
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Maximising your real hourly rate post-pandemic

Too few lawyers actually take the time to calculate how much they’re earning per hour, writes Sam Burrett.

23 September 2020
By Sam Burrett
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Hamilton Locke adds 2 new partners

East coast-based firm Hamilton Locke has appointed two new lateral partners, bringing the firm’s partnership ranks to 18.

23 September 2020
By Jerome Doraisamy
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Pilbara Minerals secures new debt facility

Lithium-tantalum producer Pilbara Minerals has been advised on a new US$110 million debt facility.

23 September 2020
By Jerome Doraisamy