Practical considerations when issuing a subpoena
There are many obstacles to issuing an effective subpoena. Learn what they are and how to avoid them.
By Justin Wong and Prudence Watts - 6 min read
Ready to defend yourself? The power of the file note
A lack of file notes is a significant handicap in presenting a successful defence on behalf of an insured. By JANICE PURVIS.
By Janice Purvis - 3 min read
Protecting privilege during internal investigations: is lawyer work product at risk?
Australian courts have taken differing approaches about whether lawyers’ notes of interviews of witnesses are protected by privilege, depending on the particular circumstances involved. By…
By Jonathon Ellis and Rani John - 5 min read
The scope of advocates’ immunity affirmed
The High Court has considered advocates’ immunity in the context of settlement advice once again. By ANTHONY LO SURDO SC and LUCY ROBB VUJCIC.
By Anthony Lo Surdo SC and Lucy Robb Vujcic - 6 min read
Chief Justice Kiefel: Swearing-in ceremonies & the importance of firsts
On 30 January 2017, Susan Kiefel was sworn in as the first female Chief Justice of the High Court of Australia. By DR HEATHER ROBERTS.
By Dr Heather Roberts - 7 min read
Changes to commercial and corporations practice in the Federal Court of Australia
The Federal Court of Australia has revised and reissued practice notes for nine key areas, as part of the National Court Framework. By MICHAEL LEGG.
By Michael Legg - 8 min read
Navigating a complicated relationship: the role of the Solicitor-General
This year marked the celebration of a century since the establishment of the office of the Commonwealth Solicitor-General. By DR GABRIELLE APPLEBY.
By Professor Gabrielle Appleby - 8 min read
Principals: why it’s so important to set the right tone
Encouraging appropriate standards of professional behavior is supported by the regulatory requirements ascribed to principals of all law practices under the Legal Profession Uniform Law…
By Frances Moffitt - 4 min read
Sweeping reforms to Federal Court practice: an overview from the Court
The Federal Court of Australia is implementing its National Court Framework (‘NCF’) reforms. A key component of the reforms is a review of the Court’s…
By Federal Court of Australia - 5 min read
Statutory interpretation: context and beneficiality
Identifying a beneficial or remedial purpose of legislation may be a useful tool in statutory interpretation. However, the text is still the primary consideration. By BRENDA…
By Brenda Tronson - 7 min read
Drafting deeds of release: tips and traps
Using the right language is important: a deed of release should read like a deed of release. By ALEXANDER EDWARDS.
By Alexander Edwards - 7 min read