In-house counsel duties under the spotlight: ASIC v Bekier
When known risks don’t reach the Board, the consequences for in‑house counsel and the company come into clearer focus.
By Michael Legg - 2 min read
A matter of trust: Working together to avoid hidden tax stings
Stinging examples of why lawyers and accountants need to work together on trusts and succession.
By Jim Main - 1 min read
When is a complaint or inquiry a protected ‘workplace right’?
Federal Court insights on what types of complaints or inquiries are protected workplace rights under the general protections provisions.
By Jack de Flamingh and Zack Trumper - 3 min read
Singapore Convention: The next tool in resolving international disputes
Benefits of the Singapore Convention to Australians resolving international commercial disputes.
By Wilson Chan and Evatt Styles - 2 min read
An update on defamation damages reform
An examination of the amendments to section 35, which enacts statutory caps on awards of damages for non-economic loss.
By Paris Hart - 2 min read
High Court: November 2020
Reporting and analysis of the latest key judgments from the High Court of Australia. By DR MICHELLE SHARPE.
By Dr Michelle Sharpe - 1 min read
Federal Court: November 2020
Reporting and analysis of the latest key Federal Court judgments. By THERESA POWER and ANTHONY LO SURDO SC
By Anthony Lo Surdo SC and Theresa Power - 2 min read
Family law: November 2020
Reporting and analysis of recent family law decisions. By ROBERT GLADE-WRIGHT.
By Robert Glade-Wright - 2 min read
Criminal law: November 2020
Reporting and analysis of the most recent notable decisions of the NSWSC and NSWCCA. By THOMAS SPOHR.
By Thomas Spohr - 1 min read
Elder law & succession: November 2020
Reporting and analysis of the latest judgments and news in wills & estates and elder law. By DARRYL BROWNE.
By Darryl Browne - 2 min read
The latest developments in law reform & advocacy: November 2020
The Law Society’s Policy and Practice team brings you a wrap-up of the most important issues of the moment.
By The Law Society Policy and Practice Department - 1 min read