The latest on advocate’s immunity
The latest cases underscore that settlement advice remains outside the immunity, but pleadings and evidence preparation often fall squarely within it.
By Natalie Polorotoff and Lucy Williams - 2 min read
The dangers of communicating directly with the court
Practical guidance for legal practitioners on how to communicate with judges’ chambers.
By Baron Alder and Elissa Baxter - 5 min read
When an inactive file becomes a problem
Inactive files can be ticking time-bombs, and ignoring them can be perilous.
By Jen McMillan and Candice Perriman - 3 min read
Managing risks for law firms returning to the office
Transitioning back to the office requires caution and planning.
By Nicola Mostert, Adriana Reina and Sarah Wood - 2 min read
The limited retainer – carving out property taxes
The importance of limiting retainers for property conveyances.
By Lucy Williams and Milica Vukancic - 2 min read
Headaches with adjustment clauses in wills
Adjustment clauses in wills can seem deceptively simple, but often give rise to claims.
By Jen McMillan - 1 min read
Protecting yourself from claims – when a file note saves the day
Why your insurer wants you to improve your file notes.
By Renée Stevens - 2 min read
How law firms can mitigate the risk of cyber attacks
Addressing the unspoken problem of cyber extortion against law firms – ways you need to prepare, now.
By Alex Haslam and Tony Reynolds - 2 min read
Caveats in PEXA: Buyers (and solicitors) beware
Why solicitors need to take care with caveats in PEXA.
By Jen McMillan - 2 min read
Penumbral duty no longer ‘an area of obscurity or uncertainty’
NSWCA confirms solicitors do not owe a ‘penumbral duty’ to provide advice beyond the retainer.
By Dougal Langusch and Rosemary Workman - 2 min read
Limitation periods: Simple? Not always
Time limits – love ‘em or hate ‘em, you’ve gotta know them.
By Jennifer O'Brien - 2 min read