BQ v The King demonstrates an expanding scope for counterintuitive evidence and clarifies how expert context guides juries without straying into vouching.
By Dr Ian Freckelton AO KC - 2 min read
It’s not just about wills—it’s a centuries-old mix of canon, common law and equity. Understanding its roots reveals its logic and trajectory.
By Professor Prue Vines - 2 min read
Child representation has evolved from a duty roster to specialised practice. What does it take to work as an ICL today?
By Kerri Phillips - 8 min read
A solicitor’s dual role as advocate and creditor led to a miscarriage of justice and discussion of the Court’s inherent power to protect fairness.
By Joanne Shepard SC - 5 min read
Decisions on key principles governing trust property, procedural fairness, parenting orders and s 75(2) adjustments.
By Craig Nicol and Keleigh Robinson - 1 min read
Can expert certificates bypass standard rules? When is a summary offence ‘related’? These cases answer key procedural questions.
By Thomas Spohr - 1 min read
Decisions on informal wills, EPoA compliance and forum disputes—offering guidance on intention, donor protection and international estates.
By Darryl Browne - 1 min read
With Australia’s new merger regime mere months away, make sure you understand how its key features and pitfalls will affect your practice.
By Jacqueline Downes - 2 min read
A provision born of scandal now casts a long shadow—courts wrestle with its reach and third parties face unexpected liability.
By Jennifer Mee - 1 min read
Silencing through litigation—why Australia needs stronger protections for those reporting sexual misconduct.
By Regina Featherstone - 1 min read
The FWC can now scrutinise business models, outsourcing and risk appetite when judging redeployment feasibility.
By Jack de Flamingh and Johanna Rusden - 2 min read
Smartphones hold more than texts and notes—they may contain your client’s final and enforceable testamentary wishes.
By Mary-Ann de Mestre - 2 min read
What courts can authorise—and what state law still forbids—when it comes to funding representative proceedings.
By Ross Foreman - 1 min read