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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.

Corporate lawyers always face myriad issues day-to-day in their respective businesses, but according to one senior in-house counsel, certain trends are emerging that can and will shape how in-house teams engage with their businesses this year.

Businesses have to ensure they are doing more than just the bare minimum in order to meet public expectations moving forward, according to a new white paper from governance business Diligent.

Australia is a country the world should be keeping its eyes on for legal tech in 2020, despite adoption not being at the levels it should, writes Matthew Kay.

While the royal commission was in limbo over the Christmas break, it released several conversations between Nicola Gobbo and counsel assisting – Lawyers Weekly looks at what was said before the commission resumes again on Tuesday.

Plaintiff firm Slater and Gordon is considering launching a class action over the “sports rorts” scandal.

From legislated smart contracts to a national blockchain network, disruption of the legal industry is underway. The good news is there are new opportunities for agile lawyers, writes Arthur Marusevich.

An Australian law firm has extended its family law practice with the addition of a Brisbane office.

Trademark holders should be more cautious as a new trend arises in legal cases to bring a cross-claim that will declare trademarks invalid based on it being filed in the wrong name.