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‘Dynamo’ new judge stands on ‘shoulder pads’ of women before her
A new judge described as an almost fearless “dynamo” who once took a brief eight minutes before she was due to appear has given thanks to the women who paved the way for her appointment to the court. 
Law firm directors lose appeal in shareholder oppression case
The former directors of Canberra firm Aulich Civil Law have lost their challenge to orders that they compensate a former shareholder in the legal practice, after it was found they issued shares to dilute her holding. 
Barrister fined $25,000 after ‘mealy-mouthed’ apology for contempt
A Sydney barrister found guilty of contempt in a fight with his chambers over $112,000 in floor fees has been fined $25,000, with a judge calling his apologies “mealy-mouthed” and “late in the day”.
Solicitor was employee of firm, despite contractor agreement: FWC
The Fair Work Commission has found that a solicitor who entered into a contract akin to an independent contractor agreement with Linkpoint Lawyers was an employee of the firm.
Thomsons hires Norton Rose Fulbright lawyer for finance team
Thomsons has strengthened its banking and finance team with the appointment of a lawyer from Norton Rose Fulbright.
Ashurst advisory firm nabs financial crimes experts from Deloitte
Ashurst Perkins Coie's consulting arm has lured two experts in financial crimes from Deloitte to join its Sydney office as partners amid heightened anti-money laundering enforcement.
HWL Ebsworth lures M&A partner from Squire Patton Boggs
HWL Ebsworth has hired a corporate partner from Squire Patton Boggs and two members of his team, as the firm continues to grow its Perth office.
15 barristers elevated to silk in Victoria
The Victorian Bar has welcomed 15 new senior counsel, including barristers who worked on the Black Saturday bushfire class actions, COVID-19 business interruption cases and junior doctors underpayments class actions.
Sydney primed to become a global legal hub, report says
Sydney has the legal talent, a speedy court and the necessary arbitration facilities to become an international legal hub, but needs government backing and a stronger pitch to the world, according to a new report.
Clyde & Co brings on insurance team from Carter Newell
Clyde & Co has brought on an insurance partner from Carter Newell, along with her team, marking the sixth partner the firm has added in the past year.