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Tasmanian lawyer reprimanded for controversial briefing letter

A briefing letter prepared by a reprimanded criminal lawyer revealed apparent deference to his client and sought to persuade the assessor of his client’s opinion, including that the other party was a sociopath.

26 June 2026
By Naomi Neilson
Holding Redlich names 3 new partners in 17-lawyer promotion round

National law firm Holding Redlich has promoted 17 lawyers across its national offices to senior roles, including elevating three to its partnership ranks.

26 June 2026
By Grace Robbie
Travis Schultz & Partners promotes 4

A special counsel, two senior associates, and one associate have been promoted across Travis Schultz & Partners’ Queensland offices.

26 June 2026
By Naomi Neilson
AI can give you an answer, but that doesn’t mean you’ve got legal advice

Artificial intelligence has become a quiet constant in business decision making, writes Zoe Butler.

26 June 2026
By Zoe Butler
The microphone advantage: Why podcasting is becoming lawyers’ marketing tool of choice

As podcasting rapidly emerges as a powerful tool for lawyers looking to differentiate themselves in an increasingly competitive legal market, one industry expert explains how firms can leverage the medium to build authority, attract clients, and become the go-to choice in their field.

25 June 2026
By Grace Robbie
Archer Scott Lawyers expands with firm acquisition and BigLaw hire

Melbourne-based firm Archer Scott Lawyers has made a significant growth play, bolstering its national presence through a strategic Sydney acquisition and the recruitment of a senior M&A lawyer from BigLaw firm Ashurst.

25 June 2026
By Grace Robbie
Gilbert + Tobin promotes 7 partners, 9 special counsel

One of Australia’s biggest firms has elevated seven to partner and nine to special counsel in its latest promotion round.

25 June 2026
By Naomi Neilson
Class action alleges ‘decades of systemic sexual harassment’ on female workers

Numerous accounts of sexual harassment and gender discrimination have been alleged in a class action filed against mining giant Fortescue.

25 June 2026
By Naomi Neilson
Thomsons promotes 70, including 2 partners

Reflecting its continued investment in key practice areas, Thomsons has promoted 70 of its lawyers, including two to partner.

25 June 2026
By Naomi Neilson
Reprimand for Victorian lawyer who forged another practitioner’s signature

A Victorian solicitor has been reprimanded and suspended for three months for forging another practitioner’s name on two legal documents, causing the latter significant anxiety and stress.

25 June 2026
By Naomi Neilson