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Lawyer’s ‘outrageous’ suggestions draw ire of senior judge, Chief Justice

Claims by a legal practitioner that a judge should show cause as to why they should not be disciplined were dismissed as “scandalous and vexatious in the extreme” by a senior judge.

25 March 2026
By Naomi Neilson
Australian law firms lag global counterparts in AI uptake

Trust in artificial intelligence in Australian legal circles is the lowest anywhere in the world, new research from LEAP Legal Software has found.

25 March 2026
By Jerome Doraisamy
Colin Biggers & Paisley takes insurance team from Clyde & Co

An insurance partner with extensive specialist knowledge has been nabbed by Colin Biggers & Paisley, along with her team of three.

25 March 2026
By Naomi Neilson
Qld lawyer faces multiple child abuse and rape charges

A national firm owner and principal solicitor is set to face court over serious child abuse and rape charges, with the alleged incidents dating back more than a decade.

25 March 2026
By Grace Robbie
Johnson Winter Slattery names new head of AI

National law firm Johnson Winter Slattery has promoted a team member to a newly created firm-wide role as partner and head of AI, strengthening its focus on integrating artificial intelligence across the practice.

25 March 2026
By Grace Robbie
The great white shark dilemma: Why human connection is law’s new competitive edge

The profession can choose to be the stranded great white shark, or it can evolve into the emotionally intelligent, high-level advisers that this rapidly changing world is seeking, writes Virginia Robin.

25 March 2026
By Virginia Robin
GCs urged to lead on AI governance without stifling innovation

As AI tools surge into the legal world, general counsel face mounting pressure to manage significant legal risks without stifling innovation. Here, Gartner’s research director provides insight on how legal leaders can navigate this high-stakes balancing act.

24 March 2026
By Grace Robbie
Court intervenes in messy firm, fired lawyer clash

A court has refused to be a “silent” participant in a dispute between a firm and a terminated lawyer, which is at risk of inconsistent findings, insufficient use of resources, and increased legal costs.

24 March 2026
By Naomi Neilson
Luminance upgrades world-first AI-powered contract negotiation tool

Luminance has unveiled two landmark upgrades to its Autonomous Negotiation, including extending its usability to more than just lawyers.

24 March 2026
By Naomi Neilson
Addisons appoints real estate special counsel

Sydney-based firm Addisons has appointed a special counsel to its established and well-regarded property practice.

24 March 2026
By Naomi Neilson