News

Equipped with formal mediation advocacy skills, corporate counsel can directly leverage their intimate knowledge of a business to steer disputes towards outcomes that transcend legal problem solving and generate measurable enterprise value, writes Ruwan Wathukarage.

A projects partner has been added to Corrs Chambers Westgarth’s Sydney office.

Global legal AI platform Legora has had a busy few weeks, having both snapped up Melbourne-based start-up Graceview and announced a US$50 million extension of its previously announced Series D financing.

A massive Canvas data breach has impacted students at Australia’s top universities, disrupting classroom operations and raising fears of “far-reaching” consequences from the stolen personal data.

While studying overseas can feel like a daunting step for many law students, one student has stressed that taking the leap can be life-changing, offering unforgettable experiences, lifelong memories, and invaluable professional skills that extend far beyond the classroom.

The silks behind Rebel Wilson and Charlotte MacInnes defamation trial have clashed over the serious harm parameters, including whether the latter’s allegedly blossoming career should be considered against her.

AI, in its many forms, presents both exciting commercial potential and significant risks, according to a senior financial services lawyer.

International law firm Wotton Kearney has created a new chief technology and AI officer role to drive its digital transformation strategy, appointing a senior technology and advisory partner to the inaugural position.

Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright has appointed a new country head Down Under, who will take the reins next month.

After years at the helm of the civil law division of NSW Legal Aid, the outgoing chief reflects on the realities of managing a 300-strong team, building an inclusive and diverse culture, and keeping wellbeing a priority in a practice area that is in constant demand.