The Court denied a plaintiff use of the Brickendon exception for a claim for breach of fiduciary duty, even though the solicitor acted for both parties.
By Daniela Faggionato and Alev Byrne - 2 min read
Courts increasingly expect focused, proportionate litigation, making restraint and credibility essential elements of effective modern advocacy.
By Elle Belekas - 2 min read
Recent cases involving generative AI misuse reveal risks in everyday practice, particularly where supervisors lack visibility over how work is produced and verified.
By Dr Felicity Bell and Vishwa Shah - 2 min read
A guide to when fiduciaries can seek judicial advice and protect themselves from personal liability.
By Darryl Browne - 1 min read
The Legal Services Commissioner of NSW on the importance of having appropriate management systems in place.
By John McKenzie - 2 min read
Consultant solicitors are embracing a flexible approach to legal practice, but do they have the practising certificate to match?
By Glenda Carry and Frances Moffitt - 2 min read
If you are a consultant to a law practice, for insurance purposes the critical question is whether you are an employee or an independent contractor.
By Janice Purvis and Jen McMillan - 2 min read
A recent case clarifies the rule requiring an opponent’s consent to be obtained before any communication with the Court.
By Angus MacInnis - 2 min read
JEN MCMILLAN provides her top tips to help solicitors manage critical dates.
By Jen McMillan - 2 min read
CDPP’s e-Brief Referral Guidelines to improve the efficiency of prosecutions. By ILAN LEWIS
By Ilan Lewis - 1 min read
How conveyancing solicitors can avoid professional negligence claims in a changing economy. By ROSEMARY WORKMAN.
By Rosemary Workman - 1 min read
Guidance on using the Online Court in the District Court. By JAMES HOWARD.
By James Howard - 1 min read
PATRICK WIGGINS and SEBASTIAN BRODOWSKI discuss the current status of the District Court’s commercial jurisdiction crisis.
By Patrick Wiggins and Sebastian Brodowski - 2 min read