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Financial crimes detectives with NSW Police have charged a director and principal lawyer in connection with their investigation into a money laundering syndicate worth at least $95 million.

There are real concerns about giving the Australian Values Statement binding legal force, writes Tania Wolff.

Business process outsourcing (BPO) has been used by large companies for decades, built on a simple logic: move high‑volume, rules‑based work to specialist providers to reduce cost and shift operational risk. But does that logic hold up when agentic AI systems are capable of executing multi-step process flows, making decisions, and interacting with enterprise systems independently? writes Caitlin Whale.

The company looks to build on momentum internationally.

With only a few months remaining before the AML/CTF compliance overhaul takes effect, many firms are still grappling with questions, concerns and uncertainty about what needs to be done and prioritised ahead of time – but this guide breaks it all down for you.

AI has rapidly evolved from a theoretical disruptor into a tangible force within litigation practice. But according to the CEO of Automatise, the surge in interest and investment tells only part of the story – inside law firms, the reality is far more complex and measured than the hype would suggest.

Since assuming the leadership of Clyde & Co over two years ago, Rebecca Kelly has learnt a lot about the vocational trajectories of lawyers – not just for those at the top but also those coming through the ranks.

Ahead of her retirement, the executive director of NSW Legal Aid’s civil law division reflected on 15 years of building award-winning programs, pioneering specialist practice areas, and steering her team through an evolving landscape of complex and emerging legal challenges.

There remains “untapped” potential in the Asia-Pacific region for multinational firms like Pinsent Masons, and for its leaders, there are some particular “sweet spots” in energy and infrastructure Down Under.

Global law firm Allens has elevated 16 lawyers to its partnership ranks across Australia, spanning 10 practice areas.