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Strike-off recommended for lawyer practising without insurance
In recommending the removal of a Queensland lawyer’s name from the roll for a series of practising blunders, a tribunal noted her lack of insight into the impact of her misconduct on the legal profession.
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Good faith not a defence to tort arising from unlawful detention
An officer of the Commonwealth detained a non-citizen based on the High Court’s declaration of the law as it stood at the time. However, the High Court subsequently declared the law in a different way, rendering that detention unlawful. The officer’s reliance on the former declaration was no defence to the tort of false imprisonment, writes Sergio Zanotti Stagliorio.
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Jones Day takes Milbank’s APAC restructuring head
International firm Jones Day has strengthened its restructuring capabilities across the Asia-Pacific region with the appointment of Milbank’s APAC restructuring head.
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Supreme Court welcomes ‘great’ class action blitz
In a rare moment for the Supreme Court of Victoria, three separate class actions against technology company Nuix, steel producer Arrium, and betting agency Sportsbet have started on the same day.
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Stop racing to the finish line: Law student calls for rethink of the legal journey
For many law students, the goal is simple: get through the degree as quickly as possible, complete practical legal training, and secure admission. However, one lawyer believes that mindset risks overshadowing some of the most rewarding and career-shaping experiences that come with being a law student.
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The power of one connection: How mentors and sponsors can shape a lawyer’s career
Building a professional network may feel uncomfortable – and even unnecessary – for many aspiring lawyers, but one law student is urging the next generation of practitioners not to underestimate the career-changing power of meaningful connections.
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