Firms appealing to young lawyers, a new risk advisory offering, and award winners: What’s hot in law this week (11–15 March)

From new data revealing where young lawyers want to work to lawyers in court over client complaints and a range of moves in the profession, the week that was has been a busy one in law. Here is your weekly round-up of the biggest stories for Australia’s legal profession.

Lawyers Weekly • 16 March 2024 • Big Law

Below, see the most-read Lawyers Weekly stories from the last week (11–15 March).

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Where lawyers under 40 want to work right now

Following the recent release of the 2023–24 Top 25 Attraction Firms ranking, Lawyers Weekly has broken down the data by age – here, we reveal which of the nation’s biggest practices are most appealing to lawyers in their early-mid careers, if they were to leave their current employers.
Melbourne firm accused of wasting client’s money

A Melbourne law firm successfully fought against sensational allegations that it wasted a client’s time and money.

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Solicitor’s response to client’s refusal to pay ‘unsatisfactory’

A full court bench criticised a solicitor for his “unsatisfactory” response to the court, which potentially impacted the other party’s fair opportunity to consider the issues prior to a hearing.
Ashurst establishes new advisory offering, hires 4 partners

Global law firm Ashurst has expanded its risk consulting division with the addition of four partners, three of which will lead a new infrastructure, places, and capital projects advisory offering.
Judge approves use of confidential documents for complaint against solicitor

Documents supporting a complaint against a lawyer who allegedly appeared on behalf of a woman without her knowledge have been passed to the Office of the Legal Services Commissioner.
Law Squared hires 2 for newly created roles

Australian-founded NewLaw firm Law Squared appointed two exceedingly qualified individuals to take on newly created positions to strengthen its legal innovation capabilities.
Winners crowned at the 30 Under 30 Awards 2024

Lawyers Weekly and principal partner Taylor Root are pleased to unveil the 30 winners of this year’s 30 Under 30 Awards.
IP and defamation partner joins Gadens

Independent law firm Gadens has welcomed a partner specialising in intellectual property and defamation.
‘Significant’ Fair Work reforms will result in busy period for employment law

As multiple Fair Work Act amendments come into play, the workplace and employment law space is likely to evolve significantly in the coming years. Here, workplace and employment lawyers outline the new changes and how they will impact the profession.
Emerging trends for real estate lawyers in 2024

Herbert Smith Freehills partner David Sinn has outlined the emerging trends predicted for real estate lawyers to anticipate in 2024, along with strategies to tackle associated challenges, ensuring they meet their clients’ needs.

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