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A Dentons partnership in the US will enable the first national law firm in the country to be realised, serving as a one-stop shop for clients and increasing breadths of service offerings available on both a national and global scale.

Proposed laws by two state governments to criminalise peaceful protest tactics would infringe on free expression, the Human Rights Law Centre urged.

A Queensland law firm is suggesting couples enter into a prenuptial agreement to decide who gets custody of a beloved dog or cat when the relationship ends.

For the founder of Ladies who League, being an advocate for the myriad issues faced by women in sport offers a unique perspective on vocational concerns and what more needs to be done to address inequality.

Charities could stand to receive at least a billion dollars more each year if lawyers take the time to ask their clients if they would like to include a gift to charity in their will.

The barrister at the centre of the explosive inquiry into the management of informants within Victorian Police said she does not feel “particularly guilty”.

The next round of public hearings into the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety will explore the aged care needs of people who have diverse backgrounds, experiences and characteristics.

King & Wood Mallesons has advised Affinity on the sale of TEG.

A lawyer is urging the government to practice some restraint before punishing bosses for “wage theft” claims, noting it is “demonising” employers and disadvantaging staff.

Centrelink’s compliance program – or robodebt – needs urgent reform as it is in major violation of international law and is “manifestly unjust” for users navigating the disputes resolution process, Australian Lawyers for Human Rights said.