The Federal Court’s much‑anticipated judgment in the dispute between the Commissioner of Taxation and PricewaterhouseCoopers regarding legal professional privilege.
By Joanne Shepard and Vincci Chan - 6 min read
Changes to the Sex Discrimination Act have had implications for the recently amended Rule 42 of the Conduct Rules.
By Penny Thew - 5 min read
Changes to the Conduct Rules make clear that solicitors are expected to conduct themselves to a higher standard of conduct than prescribed in any legislation…
By Sue Cohen - 3 min read
An affidavit may now be electronic, using no paper whatsoever. Deponents and witnesses may electronically sign draft affidavits in PDF when making a paperless affidavit.
By Philippe Doyle Gray - 6 min read
Solicitors’ certificates of independent advice in relation to loans and guarantees are prohibited under Practice Rule 11.
By Linden Barnes and Jen McMillan - 4 min read
The Ethics Committee of the Law Society provides an examination of the ethical boundaries involved in ‘one stop shop’ multi-disciplinary practices.
By The Law Society's Ethics Committee - 5 min read
Simone Herbert-Lowe makes a case for solicitors having a duty of technological competence given the potential for significant financial harm.
By Simone Herbert-Lowe - 6 min read
Legal Project Management can support as well as challenge legal professional values and rules of conduct.
By Dr Justine Rogers and Professor Peter Dombkins - 8 min read
Insights and practical tips for working with clients with disability & engaging with the Royal Commission.
By Oliver Moore - 6 min read
When should you decline to act for a client? Recent headlines may have you wondering.
By Michelle Castle and David Pritchard SC - 8 min read
Your file notes, your business? New Supreme Court decisions might have you thinking again.
By Michelle Castle - 6 min read
Addressing the unspoken problem of cyber extortion against law firms – ways you need to prepare, now.
By Alex Haslam and Tony Reynolds - 3 min read
NSWCA confirms solicitors do not owe a ‘penumbral duty’ to provide advice beyond the retainer.
By Dougal Langusch and Rosemary Workman - 3 min read