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#auslaw: Stepping into a new era

The modern legal marketplace continues to evolve – both organically and in response to environmental shifts that impact upon our profession. Here, we explore some of the biggest issues and trends from the year that was and how they will affect the year to come.

22 January 2020
By Jerome Doraisamy
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‘Speak up’ culture crucial for whistleblower compliance

While ASIC has outlined specific deliverables for whistleblower policies moving forward, it is also important for individuals to contribute to a workplace that encourages transparency, argues one senior professional.

22 January 2020
By Jerome Doraisamy
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Law students invited to study Master of Law in Paris

Law students studying at a Sydney university have the opportunity to explore further studies in France, after an international strategic partnership was achieved.

22 January 2020
By Naomi Neilson
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Overland changes evidence as Lawyer X boss reveals fresh details

The former chief commissioner has alleged he told his boss about Nicola Gobbo’s role just as the barrister-turned-informer’s former manager submits fresh details.

22 January 2020
By Naomi Neilson
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In-house teams and law firms must collaborate or risk harming the profession

In-house legal departments have moved quicker than law firms to establish operational functions, but with increased competition coming from non-traditional providers, both divisions are being urged to align their purpose and increase collaboration.

21 January 2020
By Naomi Neilson
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5 emerging issues for in-house counsel in 2020

Corporate lawyers always face myriad issues day-to-day in their respective businesses, but according to one senior in-house counsel, certain trends are emerging that can and will shape how in-house teams engage with their businesses this year.

21 January 2020
By Jerome Doraisamy
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CSR will evolve in-house in 2020: Diligent

Businesses have to ensure they are doing more than just the bare minimum in order to meet public expectations moving forward, according to a new white paper from governance business Diligent.

21 January 2020
By Jerome Doraisamy
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What factors are preventing innovation in-house?

Australia is a country the world should be keeping its eyes on for legal tech in 2020, despite adoption not being at the levels it should, writes Matthew Kay.

21 January 2020
By Jerome Doraisamy
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Transcripts of Lawyer X conversation reveal years of paranoia and threats from Victoria Police

While the royal commission was in limbo over the Christmas break, it released several conversations between Nicola Gobbo and counsel assisting – Lawyers Weekly looks at what was said before the commission resumes again on Tuesday.

21 January 2020
By Naomi Neilson
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Slater and Gordon considers class action over sporting grants scandal

Plaintiff firm Slater and Gordon is considering launching a class action over the “sports rorts” scandal.

21 January 2020
By Jerome Doraisamy