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EDO celebrates blocking of proposed new coal mine

The Environmental Defenders Office NSW has welcomed a decision to reject the planned greenfield Bylong coal mine due to its potential greenhouse gas emissions.

19 September 2019
By Jerome Doraisamy
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Tech adoption doesn’t mean succumbing to ‘robo-lawyers’

The notion of technology taking away valuable work being conducted by lawyers is an outdated way of thinking, an expert in the space has suggested.

19 September 2019
By Emma Musgrave
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Convicted sex offender George Pell may stand a chance

Convicted sex offender and paedophile Cardinal George Pell may have an opportunity to have his name cleared after lodging leave to appeal his child sex abuse convictions before the High Court of Australia, despite just having his last appeal rejected.

19 September 2019
By Naomi Neilson
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Barrister guilty of professional misconduct for emailing threats to clients

A barrister has been found guilty of professional misconduct after sending intimidating and threatening emails to his clients over outstanding fees.

18 September 2019
By Naomi Neilson
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Firm rolls out new virtual internship

An international law firm is aiming to widen its access to future talent by launching a new virtual internship across its Australian and UK offices.

18 September 2019
By Emma Musgrave
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Family and domestic violence court needed to protect children

To address the problems with the family law system that has put people in danger and resulted in the deaths of children, Women’s Legal Services Queensland (WLSQ) has met with federal politicians to call for a federal and domestic violence court.

18 September 2019
By Naomi Neilson
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George Pell seeks appeal in High Court

Cardinal George Pell is seeking leave to appeal his child sex abuse convictions before the High Court of Australia.

17 September 2019
By Naomi Neilson
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New legislation to govern corporate culture

The introduction of several key legislations for companies to adhere to has reinforced the need for greater accountability and an increased focus on culture.

17 September 2019
By Naomi Neilson
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‘Young lawyers want their leaders to back them’

The current and incoming 2020 president of the Australian Law Students’ Association have shed light on what graduates are looking for in an employer.

17 September 2019
By Emma Musgrave
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What makes an award-winning GC

The recipient of the General Counsel of the Year and Excellence Award at this year’s Australian Law Awards has spoken out about the lessons he’s learned throughout his career in-house.

17 September 2019
By Emma Musgrave