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Stolen salary and ‘bizarre’ submissions: What’s hot in law this week (8–12 Sept)
This past week, a lawyer was charged over an alleged violent kidnapping, and for the first time, an Australian lawyer was sanctioned for AI use. Here is your weekly round-up of the biggest stories for Australia’s legal profession.
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Court refers NSW solicitor to disciplinary body
Rather than deterring the Court of Appeal from making a referral to the NSW Legal Services Commissioner, a solicitor’s affidavit confirmed that his fitness to practise in the state should be investigated.
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Chief Justice not ready to scrap restrictive GenAI rule
In the seven months since the NSW Supreme Court’s generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) practice note came into effect, Chief Justice Andrew Bell said some of his concerns have increased.
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HopgoodGanim welcomes new estates and succession specialist
National firm HopgoodGanim Lawyers has appointed new partner Paige Edwards to lead its Brisbane-based estates and succession team.
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AI is changing the game for lawyers – here’s how
As the legal profession undergoes a profound transformation with the rise of AI, one legal expert explains how the role of a lawyer is being redefined and what to expect in the coming years as this technology continues to evolve.
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Victorian Bar commits to fourth Reconciliation Action Plan
The Victorian Bar has commenced its fourth Reconciliation Action Plan with a commitment to continuing its support of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander lawyers and improving access to justice.
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