The busiest court of NSW has adjourned more than 1,000 cases with few people allowed attendance this week due to coronavirus precautions.
Courts across Australia have responded “remarkably quickly” to the coronavirus outbreak and it is likely to leave them in better shape, a barrister tells Lawyers Weekly.
The NSW Bar Association president said he understands the necessity of the emergency COVID-19 laws but that there are “substantial” risks of unfair outcomes.
There have been a number of changes implemented across the legal system to ensure it runs as smoothly as possible in the midst of the international health crisis – which include financial stability. Lawyers Weekly looked at what some bar associations are offering.
Following a review into the position of civil jurisdictions, a Sydney Local Court has vacated six months of listed hearings due to the coronavirus pandemic.
In the process of deregistering the Australasian Barrister Chambers, a director took issue with the way he was informed of the court’s decision.
The #MeToo movement and the convictions of high-profile men have revolutionised how the justice system handles sexual harassment cases, says one employment lawyer.
Lawyers in the capital markets space should expect a substantial increase in activity in the coming months as companies look to mitigate damage caused by coronavirus, argues one partner.
An Australian law firm has confirmed it has acquired an Illawarra-based boutique.
A Victorian solicitor has been disciplined after a bitter dispute with his previous employer which led to threats against the firm and police action.
