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Piper Alderman makes 21 new promotions

Piper Alderman has made 21 new promotions across the firm, including two new special counsel, effective 1 July 2020.

01 July 2020
By Tony Zhang
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National Pro Bono Target opens to legal departments

Corporate legal teams can now become signatories to the National Pro Bono Target.

01 July 2020
By Jerome Doraisamy
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Advisory firm for business transitions post-pandemic launches

A new boutique advisory firm, focused on business transformation, distressed debt and capital, and crisis management, has launched in the wake of COVID-19.

01 July 2020
By Jerome Doraisamy
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Remote working catalyst for shake-up on gendered norms

COVID-19 may very well provide the “in-home shake-up” we need with a push along assisted by policy-driven changes in their workplace, write Fay Calderone and Stevie Bladen.

01 July 2020
By Fay Calderone and Stevie Bladen
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Legal groups advocate to #RaiseTheAge

A coalition of legal and advocacy groups has launched a campaign calling for a major law change to prevent young children from spending time behind bars.

01 July 2020
By Naomi Neilson
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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 conduct”.

01 July 2020
By Naomi Neilson
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Newly transitioned private practice lawyer found guilty of professional misconduct

A former long-time government lawyer who transitioned to private practice has been found guilty of professional misconduct and unsatisfactory professional conduct.

01 July 2020
By Tony Zhang
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Clayton Utz brings in big 4 tax partner

A front-end tax specialist has joined Clayton Utz as a partner in the national taxation practice, from KPMG Australia.

01 July 2020
By Tony Zhang
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Colin Biggers & Paisley makes 9 senior promotions

Colin Biggers & Paisley is pleased to announce their latest round of promotions, with nine lawyers appointed to senior positions.

01 July 2020
By Tony Zhang
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The rise and rise of the in-house lawyer

As the marketplace looks toward a post-pandemic world, the inextricable influence corporate counsel have over a business’ operations is set to accelerate.

30 June 2020
By Jerome Doraisamy