The year 2026 is now in full swing, with numerous notable court proceedings and some high-profile appointments having been made. Here is your weekly round-up of the biggest stories for Australia’s legal profession.
The assistant commissioner of Victoria Police had a “misunderstanding of the law” when he authorised a six-month declaration that allowed for warrantless searches in the Melbourne CBD, organisers behind the upcoming Invasion Day protest told the Federal Court.
Ahead of an Invasion Day protest in Melbourne’s CBD, lawyers for the organisers have made a bid to the Federal Court to prevent police from being allowed to search attendees without a warrant or reasonable grounds.
In personal injury matters, the injury itself is rarely the only issue, writes Sepi Agahi.
Global law firm White & Case has moved to bolster its global debt finance practice and global financial institutions industry group with the appointment of a Sydney-based partner.
Global legal AI platform Harvey has made its first move into Australian legal education, partnering with two of the nation’s leading universities to bring its Law Schools Program into the classroom.
A Sydney-based banking and finance lawyer has been elevated to the partnership of global firm K&L Gates.
By boldly challenging the traditional path and defining success for herself, Rachael Karlyl revealed how purpose-driven career design has made her both a stronger, happier, and more inspiring legal leader.
Law firms often know their challenges and priorities – but turning plans into real results is known to be a challenge. Here, Zahn Nel has shared powerful insights on how firms can finally bridge the gap between intention and action – and start seeing tangible outcomes.
A Queensland lawyer and former tutor with the Southern Cross University has failed to make out a claim that his ex-employer subjected him to disability discrimination and acts of victimisation.
