A focus on the future: the principles and legacy of Bugmy v The Queen
It has been 11 years since the High Court landmark decision in Bugmy v The Queen, which identified how courts were to take into account…
By Christopher McDonald - 3 min read
Data centres face five-star Australian regulatory changes
The Australian government’s new regulations dictate that data service providers need to achieve a five-star rating from NABERS (National Australian Built Environment Rating System).
By Cat Woods - 7 min read
Form, function, freshness: law firms and website design
Website design is a fundamental factor in law firm marketing and reputation.
By Cat Woods - 7 min read
Legal spin: what to do when PR disasters strike
PR experts are urging law firms to step up their reputation-management efforts.
By Sam McKeith - 8 min read
The enviro-justice frontline: behind the scenes with NRAR
LSJ Online spoke to the leaders of the NRAR investigation and prosecution divisions about the powers they have and the role of their organisation in…
By Cat Woods - 8 min read
‘Ensuring fairness and trust’: tackling insider trading
From tariffs to Truth Social posts, politics and policy have long had huge impact on market responses. But where do the legal obstacles come into…
By Cat Woods - 7 min read
AML regulation looms over the profession
Late in 2024, the Australian Federal Parliament passed significant legislative changes that will extend anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing regulations over legal services – as…
By Gary Hughes - 17 min read
The Pacific Legal Network celebrates 25 years in a unique position
With a broad reach and diverse membership, the Pacific Legal Network holds a special position in the international legal landscape.
By Cat Woods - 9 min read
Pathways to pro bono
The Journal speaks with three solicitors about the importance of pro bono and why they believe lawyers should experience this part of our justice system.
By Francisco Silva - 20 min read
New app gives lawyers and consumers tools to kick off complaints
Hear Me Out, launched recently by NSW Attorney General Michael Daley, enables lawyers and consumers to access AI-powered tools to ascertain where and how to…
By Cat Woods - 6 min read
The future of Magnitsky laws
Will the achievements of the Global Magnitsky Act be diluted by a new world order?
By Cat Woods - 9 min read