Diversity on the bench and in the legal profession
The number of female Judges in the Local Court surpasses male Judges. Judge Jacquie Trad of the Local Court, based in Broken Hill, chats with…
By Wendy Yang - 7 min read
Albanese government’s latest attempt to make tech giants pay for journalism is needed but carries big risks
The government’s plan to fund Australian journalism through a levy on digital platforms rests on a sound premise: a healthy democracy depends on reliable information.
By Andrea Carson and Diana Bossio - 5 min read
AML/CTF Tranche 2 Reforms: introducing AUSTRAC’s Program Starter Kits
With the expansion of obligations to new professional sectors and industries in the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Act 2006 (AML/CTF Act), legal practitioners are…
By Carol Prasad - 7 min read
Campaigning for dignity and equality: civil society efforts to eliminate discrimination and racism in Japan
Persistent calls for law reform and stronger institutional protections are at the forefront of the campaign to combat discrimination and racism in Japan.
By Simon Henderson - 10 min read
Death benefit dilemmas: trustee discretion and AFCA’s approach to law and fact
Recent cases demonstrating how AFCA re‑weighs evidence, wishes and dependency with less formal fact-finding processes.
By Darryl Browne - 1 min read
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Michelle Obama to appear live in Australia: member offer and giveaway
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The state of legal tech
Most lawyers say they’re satisfied with their tech. But behind the numbers lies a very different story. Read more
Big changes for first home buyers
First home buyers can now purchase a home with a deposit as low as 5 per cent. How will this impact national home ownership plans? Read more
Why young lawyers are shying away from leadership
Early career lawyers are rethinking traditional notions of success, prioritising autonomy, flexibility and wellbeing over climbing up the ladder.
By Angela Tufvesson - 8 min read
Film review: Wolfram (plus ticket giveaway)
Warwick Thornton’s sequel to Sweet Country continues to explore the Australian outback between World Wars through an essential First Nations point of view.
By Francisco Silva - 3 min read
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