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Politics 01 November 2024 ByJerome DoraisamyThe Law Council of Australia has pushed back on “rhetoric”...

The Law Council of Australia has pushed back on “rhetoric” suggesting the country needs an AML/CTF regime that...

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The Bar 21 October 2024 ByJerome DoraisamyBarristers must be exempt from AML/CTF regime, bar associations argue

Bar associations have “critical concerns” about the inclusion of barristers in the proposed expanded regime for...

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Politics 17 October 2024 ByGrace RobbieIs Jack’s Law achieving its stated aims?

In the year following the law’s implementation, it was reported that Jack’s Law had confiscated over 1,000 weapons...

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Big Law 09 October 2024 ByBelinda WinterCreating a culture of wellbeing in law firms

Now more than ever, fostering a culture of wellbeing in law firms is a professional necessity for the success of our...

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Big Law 02 September 2024 ByGrace RobbieLawyers slam ‘unacceptable’ plan by incoming NT government to...

The newly elected Northern Territory Chief Minister’s plan to lower the age of criminal responsibility to 10 years has...

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SME Law 29 August 2024 ByGrace Robbie‘We definitely need more lawyers in the bush’

Here, a principal lawyer who grew up in a regional area outlines how the limited number of legal professionals in RRR...

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Politics 13 August 2024 ByJerome DoraisamyLawyers providing tax advice should be registered, say accountants

Accountants are concerned about a “lack of a level playing field” with lawyers who provide tax agent services, and...

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Big Law 10 July 2024 ByJerome DoraisamyWestern Sydney University names new law school dean

Professor Catherine Renshaw has been appointed as the new dean of the School of Law at Western Sydney University.

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Politics 25 June 2024 ByMartin MallonThis Pride, with the help of my firm, I am no longer hiding

The journey towards full equality and acceptance of the LGBTIAQ+ community is far from over, and I want to use my...

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Big Law 11 June 2024 ByJerome DoraisamyLegal profession’s global economic impact valued at $2.4tn

A new report from the International Bar Association quantifying law’s socioeconomic impact shows that the work of more...

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