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AFCA appoints new GC

The Australian Financial Complaints Authority has hired a general manager from ASX for its newly created general counsel position.

26 November 2019
By Jerome Doraisamy
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What are BigLaw firms looking for in graduates right now?

With recruitment time for new graduates fast-approaching, we spoke with the head of HR at one of Australia’s top-tier firms about what the big end of town is seeking from their new intakes.

26 November 2019
By Jerome Doraisamy
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Suncorp advised on $300m Capital Notes offer

Banking and finance corporation Suncorp has been advised on its latest Capital Notes offer, which has raised $300 million under the broker firm and institutional components of the offer.

26 November 2019
By Jerome Doraisamy
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IMF Bentham launches NZ class action to protest fatal fires

There are hundreds of buildings across New Zealand affected by combustible PE core cladding which has prompted a potential class action by a global litigation funder.

26 November 2019
By Naomi Neilson
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LIV calls for stamp duty exemption for elder abuse victims

The Law Institute of Victoria is calling for further protections for victims of elder abuse who suffer financial loss from paying stamp duty on their stolen real estate.

26 November 2019
By Naomi Neilson
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83% businesses use ‘outdated’ payroll software

New research has found the vast majority of Aussie businesses are using payroll technology developed 20 years ago, or more.

25 November 2019
By Emma Musgrave
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Is your tech in check? Lawyer urges greater protection against cybercrime

Lawyers Weekly's tech special serves as a timely reminder to make sure your firm has proficient cyber security measures in place, with a Queensland lawyer issuing a warning about what can result if one does not.

25 November 2019
By Reporter
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The Australian Bar will ‘continue to thrive’: Reflections from the outgoing ABA president

By virtue of their adaptability and collegiality, barristers in Australia will continue to make the most of the environment in which they operate, according to Jennifer Batrouney QC.

25 November 2019
By Jerome Doraisamy
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Women in Law 2019 winners revealed

Lawyers Weekly, in partnership with Taylor Root, is proud to announce the recipients of this year's Women in Law Awards.

25 November 2019
By Emma Musgrave
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Arbitration needs less regulation, more gender diversity

There is a need to avoid over-regulation, as well as an imperative to focus more heavily on diversity, if arbitration is to remain fit for purpose, argues one practitioner.

25 November 2019
By Jerome Doraisamy