‘Whole new battleground’: The Privacy Act Review Report and its impact on media lawyers
The Federal Government’s proposed privacy law reforms could result in an inundation of the court system and have a “chilling effect” on public interest journalism,…
By Keely McDonough - 3 min read
NSW District Court and Supreme Court movers and shakers
The NSW District Court will welcome two “experienced and respected” lawyers to the bench, as a new female Supreme Court Judge of Appeal is appointed.
By Keely McDonough - 2 min read
‘An historic turnaround’: 2023 Federal Budget highlights for the legal profession
Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers has handed down the Albanese Government’s second Budget. LSJ has compiled the most crucial points for solicitors across NSW and the…
By Cat Woods - 7 min read
Lawyers urged to stay ‘cyber-safe’ ahead of Easter
Law practices in NSW are being reminded to stay alert to the threat of cyber-attacks ahead of the Easter long weekend, the legal profession’s insurer…
By Keely McDonough - < 1 min read
Australia’s first female Federal Court Chief Justice appointed
Justice Debra Mortimer will become the first female Chief Justice of the Federal Court of Australia, following the mandatory retirement of Chief Justice James Allsop…
By Keely McDonough - 2 min read
Law Society pushes for access to justice to be a priority of incoming Government
The Law Society of NSW is ready to establish a “productive working relationship” with Premier-elect Chris Minns, pushing for key law and justice initiatives, including…
By Keely McDonough - 2 min read
Visibility in the workplace
On 31 March, International Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV), LSJ explores how organisations and employees can contribute to making their transgender colleagues feel included, valued…
By Avril Janks - 6 min read
Family law matters take majority of Legal Aid funding in Australia, report finds
Family law matters account for 96 per cent of all Commonwealth funded matters for Legal Aid Commissions in Australia, a ground-breaking new report looking at…
By Keely McDonough - 3 min read
‘Just the beginning’: Specialist Accreditation Program kicks off for 2023
The Law Society of NSW’s prestigious and widely respected Specialist Accreditation program is kicking off for another year, with practitioners eager to sharpen their skills…
By Keely McDonough - 2 min read
‘Urgent reform of rental laws needed’, Law Society urges ahead of State Election
The Law Society of NSW is calling for reform of rental laws to address the homelessness crisis across the state, pushing for a commitment from…
By Keely McDonough - 2 min read