Latest social justice

Big Law 03 October 2022 ByJess Feyder‘For young people, prison doesn’t work’, says Vic MP

One shadow minister and history PhD has weighed in on what he sees as the ‘greatest social policy failure of the last...

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SME Law 30 September 2022 ByJess FeyderRobinson Gill promotes practice leader to principal lawyer

Robinson Gill has promoted crime and advocacy practice group leader Ali Besiroglu to principal lawyer.

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The Bar 12 September 2022 ByJess FeyderInquest into Indigenous death may consider systemic racism

The coroner is set to decide if systemic racism will be considered in the inquest into the death of Kumanjayi Walker.

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Politics 18 August 2022 ByJess FeyderPath to Treaty: A move towards reconciliation by Qld government

The Queensland government has made a strong commitment to First Nations reconciliation by launching the start of the...

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The Bar 17 August 2022 ByJess FeyderSupreme Court challenge to use of solitary confinement in NSW youth...

The Public Interest Advocacy Centre (PIAC) has filed a test case in the Supreme Court challenging the use of...

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Politics 02 August 2022 ByJess FeyderSecret trials ‘have no place’ in Australia

The Human Rights Law Centre (HRLC) has welcomed a report rebuking the secrecy of the trial and imprisonment of an...

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The Bar 03 June 2022 ByJerome DoraisamySir Gerard: A kind and giving legal legend

The precious time I got to spend with Sir Gerard Brennan made a lasting impact upon me and how I see the world –...

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SME Law 25 February 2022 ByNaomi NeilsonGilchrist Connell improves social justice contribution

Gilchrist Connell has appointed its first dedicated pro bono principal to lead the strategic direction of the firm’s...

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Politics 10 August 2021 ByJerome Doraisamy‘So much more is needed’ to Close the Gap

Legal advocates have welcomed the federal government’s injection of over $1 billion to Close the Gap, but noted that...

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SME Law 17 June 2021 BySue ParkerSuccess on LinkedIn starts with your vibe!

The core objectives for lawyers on LinkedIn are to raise visibility, position expertise and influence to inspire new...

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