Queensland-based firm Creevey Russell Lawyers has appointed two defence lawyers as part of an expansion of its criminal law team.
Former chief commissioner Simon Overland has returned to the Lawyer X royal commission for its second day back for 2020, delivering his verdict on what should happen once the commission has finished, including that human sources, barrister or not, should continue to be used.
Lawyers – particularly those in small practices – often complain that there are just not enough hours in the day for self-care. According to one neuroscientist, 2020 can be the year of mental health for legal professionals, by dedicating just an extra five minutes per day to one’s self.
CBA’s superannuation provider, Colonial First State (CFS), is facing a class action brought by Shine Lawyers on behalf of hundreds of thousands of Australians alleging that CFS tipped its members into policies with the bank’s insurance arm CommInsure.
A class action will be filed on Wednesday on behalf of more than 330,000 MasterKey Business Super and Personal Super account holders with the National Australia Bank alleging breaches of super trustee duties, which caused substantial losses to members.
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.
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.
Law students studying at a Sydney university have the opportunity to explore further studies in France, after an international strategic partnership was achieved.
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.
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.
