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Big Law 25 November 2024 ByNaomi NeilsonSA barrister exposed as alleged ‘sex pest’

A South Australian barrister accused of sexual misconduct towards a junior solicitor has lost a fight to keep his...

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Politics 12 November 2024 ByKace O'NeillNew data from the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) offers a...

New data from the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) offers a blueprint for employer action to prevent sexual...

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SME Law 04 November 2024 ByNaomi NeilsonWA solicitor removed from roll after several suspensions

Following a “lengthy period” of misconduct, which included the mismanagement of client funds, a West Australian...

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Big Law 30 October 2024 ByNaomi NeilsonNACC commissioner engaged in officer misconduct, inspector finds

Judge Paul Brereton, the head of the National Anti-Corruption Commission, engaged in officer misconduct amid a decision...

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The Bar 12 September 2024 ByJerome DoraisamyFair Work cracks down on paid agents

In response to “concerning” conduct from paid agents representing applicants in Fair Work matters, the national...

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SME Law 03 September 2024 ByNaomi NeilsonFired lawyer’s misconduct ‘deeply sickened’ colleagues, Fair...

A solicitor was fired from Men’s Legal Service over a number of serious misconduct allegations, including one that...

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SME Law 28 August 2024 ByNaomi NeilsonACT lawyer guilty of professional misconduct for misappropriating...

An ACT solicitor was found guilty of professional misconduct for misappropriating more than $11,000 from a jailed client...

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Corporate Counsel 27 August 2024 ByChristine ChenEx-PwC GC proposes big 4 watchdog, defends partnership model

Meredith Beattie says the sector needs more oversight to address cultural issues but has opposed calls to slash partner...

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The Bar 21 August 2024 ByKace O'NeillIn sex harassment cases, ‘an apology alone should never be enough’

A recent Fair Work decision has been labelled as “disappointing” by a senior lawyer, who warned that employers may...

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The Bar 15 August 2024 ByGrace RobbiePoor communication and its nexus to workplace conflict

Here, a barrister and moderator with over 40 years of experience in the legal field articulated the crucial importance...

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