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Naomi Neilson is a senior journalist with a focus on court reporting for Lawyers Weekly. You can email Naomi at: [email protected]
Victorian courts commit to a ‘culture of respect’
Reflecting on the Dyson Heydon news, major players in the Victorian courts have committed to fostering a safe workplace that is free from “disrespectful and unethical ...
BIG LAW • Tue, 30 Jun 2020
National firm appoints next managing partner
An independent firm has found its next managing partner following the decision by one of its founding partners to retire at the end of his term.
SME LAW • Tue, 30 Jun 2020
Legal Services Commission responds to barrister conduct
Following the news that a Queensland barrister alleged criminality against an opposing client, the legal services commission has reinforced the standard barristers must ...
BIG LAW • Mon, 29 Jun 2020
Law Council seeks amendments to Sex Discrimination Act
In response to Dyson Heydon’s sexual harassment news, the Law Council of Australia has called on the government to amend the Sex Discrimination Act.
Law student societies that don’t speak up risk deterring young lawyers
As many changes roll through the legal profession, with most concerning students, the representative bodies should be prepared to embrace advocacy and take on their law ...
NEWLAW • Mon, 29 Jun 2020
Law students ‘deeply disappointed’ in outcome of exams
A few days into exams and the concerns of law students have been realised. Students are now seeking answers and a commitment that the university will look into the major ...
‘Deeply shameful’: Students call on profession to address sexual harassment
The Australian Law Students’ Association has called on the profession to address the prevalence of sexual harassment as more young lawyers enter the workplace.
Quality of legal education at risk with fees increase
With university fees set to increase in 2021, one major university has warned the legal profession that it will take a hit with talented and diverse students either ...
The 10 things young lawyers should know about the law today
Lawyers Weekly’s Protégé looks at the past fortnight’s top 10 headlines law students should know about. Between your exams, check out what’s going on!
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