Regulation

Don’t criminalise ‘honest belief’ in sexual consent: NSW Bar

The NSW Bar Association has argued, in a submission to the state government, that a person should not be convicted of...

24 July 2018

By Jerome Doraisamy

Former Integrity Commission CEO loses appeal against suspension, quits law

A prolonged legal battle in Tasmania appears to have come to a close, with a prominent practitioner losing an appeal...

20 July 2018

By Jerome Doraisamy

Brisbane solicitor struck off roll

A sole practitioner in Newstead, Queensland has been found guilty of four counts of professional misconduct and removed...

19 July 2018

By Jerome Doraisamy

Misconduct case hinges on mental health of solicitor

A Brisbane-based solicitor’s ability to hold a practicing certificate, following professional misconduct...

19 July 2018

By Jerome Doraisamy

HSF responds to fake emails scam

Global firm Herbert Smith Freehills has issued a response to notices that emails had been sent to organisations falsely...

19 July 2018

By Jerome Doraisamy

‘Enthusiastic yes’ proposal for consent laws concerning: ALA

The Australian Lawyers Alliance has urged the NSW Law Reform Commission to consider the use of restorative justice in...

19 July 2018

By Jerome Doraisamy

Where do our A-Gs stand on policing sexual harassment in law?

Following our recent reporting about the effectiveness or otherwise of professional bodies in law to police and enforce...

17 July 2018

By Jerome Doraisamy

Sydney Shire lawyer has practising certificate downgraded

A partner at Owen Hodge Lawyers, based in Sydney’s Shire region, will only be permitted to apply for registration as...

16 July 2018

By Jerome Doraisamy

Podcast: Universality of human rights and an Australian Bill of Rights

On this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, Jerome Doraisamy is joined by the director of equity and diversity at...

13 July 2018

By Jerome Doraisamy

Gumtree legal spruiker wins appeal on spent conviction

A West Australian man who offered legal assistance for reward via a Gumtree advertisement has won an appeal in the WA...

13 July 2018

By Jerome Doraisamy