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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]
MinterEllison mourns loss of Phil Bisset
The partners and staff at MinterEllison have expressed their condolences to the family of Phil Bisset, a partner in the Melbourne office’s environment and planning ...
BIG LAW • Wed, 08 Apr 2020
What happens now George Pell is free
The High Court of Australia has granted an appeal to George Pell which saw him leave Barwon Prison after 400 days behind bars. What were the responses and what does this ...
BIG LAW • Tue, 07 Apr 2020
Major firm stands down staff, cuts remaining hours by up to 20%
A major law firm has temporarily stood down 3 per cent of its staff and asked the remaining workforce to reduce their hours, some by up to 20 per cent.
George Pell hears final High Court decision
The High Court of Australia has handed the decision that could see Cardinal George Pell walk free or spend the rest of his sentence behind bars.
BIG LAW • Mon, 06 Apr 2020
How I juggle work life and family life in the time of COVID-19
We have all had our lives turned upside down by COVID-19. In my case, it’s trying to juggle the role of principal lawyer and being a husband and father to our four ...
SME LAW • Mon, 06 Apr 2020
Students left waiting as Supreme Courts confirm admission cancellations
To ensure the health of young professionals is protected, admission ceremonies across the country have been culled. Lawyers Weekly checks back in with each state.
NSW admission board moves Winter 2020 online, considers exam changes
Live lectures and divided classes will be disbanded in the 2020 Winter semester as the Legal Profession Admission Board of NSW moves classes online amid COVID-19 fears.
NEWLAW • Mon, 06 Apr 2020
How law students can still network in the time of COVID-19
As a young law student or recent graduate, it is important to make time to network with established, legal professionals - but how do you do this when you’re stuck ...
The COVID-19 changes to university practices, grading processes
Australian universities, including top law schools, have used the last month to move their operations online and introduce flexible options as part of a national effort ...