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SME Law 28 August 2024 ByNaomi NeilsonAn ACT solicitor was found guilty of professional misconduct for...

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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Big Law 30 July 2024 ByStefanie Costi8 ways to stamp out toxicity in law

To dismantle the toxic structures that enable bullying and harassment, the legal profession must adopt radical changes,...

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Big Law 10 July 2024 ByJerome DoraisamyPartner to fight termination by Clifford Chance

A partner who was recently terminated by Clifford Chance, following allegations of “serious misconduct”, is...

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Big Law 02 July 2024 ByJerome DoraisamyClifford Chance fires partner following ‘serious misconduct’...

Global law firm Clifford Chance has terminated one of its Perth-based partners following an internal investigation into...

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SME Law 18 June 2024 ByNaomi NeilsonJailed lawyer who ‘robbed Peter to pay Paul’ struck off

A senior lawyer jailed for taking over $2 million during an elaborate misappropriation scheme has been removed from the...

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Corporate Counsel 23 April 2024 ByGrace RobbieWhy compliance culture ‘isn’t the best way’ to address...

Compliance leaders often prioritise cultivating an ethical work environment to enhance employee conduct. However, a...

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Big Law 18 April 2024 ByStefanie CostiOur profession is facing a crisis

Having heard countless stories like my own, I can confidently say that workplace bullying and harassment are not...

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