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Mushroom trial attention a ‘very good thing’, Bar president says
The “extraordinary” amount of attention on Erin Patterson’s arrest, trial and sentencing gave the public a rare and useful window into how justice is administered, the Victorian Bar president has said.
Big Law
Kennedys promotes 4 to special counsel, 7 to senior associate
Global BigLaw firm Kennedys has promoted four lawyers to special counsel and seven to senior associate, across its Melbourne and Sydney offices.
SME Law
Graduate cleared to practise law after violent spree and police punch
A law graduate convicted of a string of violent offences – after being capsicum-sprayed by police during a substance-induced psychosis – has been granted permission to continue pursuing a legal career.
NewLaw
AI platform makes history with first law firm acquisition
An AI-powered legal tech platform, backed by Google’s venture capital arm, has acquired UK-based Woodstock Legal Services – marking the first time an AI platform has taken over a law firm.
Big Law
HSF Kramer predicts a ‘busy year ahead’ for M&A
Despite long-term changes, M&A activity will be strong and steady this financial year, lawyers anticipate.
Big Law
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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