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Pell barrister to lead special commission into Ruby Princess debacle

The Ruby Princess cruise ship will now be the subject of a special commission of inquiry led by one of Australia’s most well-known barristers.

16 April 2020
By Tony Zhang
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Firm ‘optimistic’ it will not cut staff or spending amid COVID-19

As law firms across the country cut down on staff and spending, one law firm said it is still optimistic that there is no need to take such drastic measures just yet.

16 April 2020
By Naomi Neilson
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New firm makes strides in taking on ‘broken’ traditional model

After a successful launch “to make the legal profession a better place” by pushing back against “broken” pricing structures, the new firm has shared their recent success which it says has resonated within the Western Australian business community.

16 April 2020
By Tony Zhang
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IHG sells Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport

Hotel group IHG has sold its leasehold interest in the Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport to Pelligra Group.

16 April 2020
By Jerome Doraisamy
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‘Australians will not face this pandemic on equal footing’, legal bodies warn

A report into Australia’s handling of human rights has handed down a scathing review for the nation, amid concerns it is not equipped to handle issues related to COVID-19.

16 April 2020
By Naomi Neilson
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Qld lawyer reprimanded for communication with court without opponent’s consent

A solicitor working for a Brisbane-based firm has been reprimanded and ordered to pay costs following a 2019 finding of unsatisfactory professional conduct.

15 April 2020
By Jerome Doraisamy
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Has COVID-19 made it harder for lawyers to buy a home?

With the global pandemic creating economic uncertainty and volatility, legal professionals should be asking if now is the best time to purchase property.

15 April 2020
By Jerome Doraisamy
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Shine begins class action investigation on Ruby Princess

Shine Lawyers has commenced an investigation into a certain class action to hold the Ruby Princess’ owner and operator Carnival Corporation accountable for failing to protect the health and safety of passengers.

15 April 2020
By Tony Zhang
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Can George Pell pursue a defamation suit?

With Cardinal George Pell now free from Barwon Prison, attention has turned to whether he has any grounds to pursue a defamation claim against the media.

15 April 2020
By Naomi Neilson
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New special counsel to join ‘revolutionary’ WA firm

After a successful launch to combat the “broken” traditional model a new special counsel has joined the new Western Australian firm to further bolster its employment and workplace relations practice.

15 April 2020
By Tony Zhang