News

• KWM launches virtual law internship

  The program, which has been swarmed by applicants, is a first in Australia read more

• Lawyer groups stand up after Dutton denounces judiciary

  The federal home affairs minister says “civil libertarians” in the courts aren’t helping the state fight street crime read more

• Construction expert moves firms

  The lawyer was the construction practice leader of his previous firm read more

• Baker McKenzie leads in cross-border deal to fund insurance acquisition

  The firm acted as Australian and US legal counsel read more

• US judge resigns after allegations of theft, mail fraud

  The former Ohio judge resigned in a voicemail last week read more

• Asia Pacific aims to become global legal-tech leader

  Global firms advise on Aussie-first power purchase agreement… International firm recognised for caring in Hong Kong… read more

• Sparke Helmore announces major round of promotions

  More women get top spots as firm pursues gender equality initiative read more

• Three elevated to special counsel at Lavan

  The firm also has two new senior associates and two new associates read more

• Overburdened District Courts need more than just new case management approach

  The New South Wales Bar Association says the new system is of limited application read more

• Australasian Law Awards: New Zealand categories

  There are three award categories recognising the important work of New Zealand’s legal practitioners read more