This past week, one of the world’s biggest firms set up shop in Brisbane, and law students have been advised that saying “no” can sometimes be the wisest course of action. Here is your weekly round-up of the biggest stories for Australia’s legal profession.
Over the past 12 months, there have been major changes in the uptake and the use of artificial intelligence (AI) by law firms, research has revealed.
National legal practice Piper Alderman was unable to hold onto the default judgment entered against former client and the director of Care A2, meaning their lengthy costs dispute will resume.
Victoria’s proposed “Adult Time for Violent Crime” legislation flies in the face of evidence that rehabilitation is far better suited for youthful offenders than prison, two professional legal bodies have pointed out.
Two leading dispute resolution and arbitration partners were appointed to Johnson Winter Slattery.
One of Australia’s beloved children’s entertainment groups has admitted that the sale of its Emma Bow headbands has “likely breached” consumer law because the products lacked mandatory safety warnings.
West Australian firm Cullen Macleod has expanded by more than 15 per cent following its collaborative merger with boutique commercial practice Taylor & Taylor and the appointment of a new principal.
A former senior associate from a global law firm has opened the doors to his own practice, GopherWood Lawyers.
The solicitors behind a complex dispute involving three different law firms were criticised for their conduct before a Supreme Court judge.
Lawyers wanting to branch out on their own, ditch billable hours, and explore niche specialities without the administrative headaches are able to do so under the umbrella of a well-established law firm.
