Law Firms

A unit of developer Heworth has lost its bid to set aside a notice to produce served by Transport for NSW in relation to its claim for compensation over the compulsory acquisition of the Balmain Leagues Club site.

A Dentons employment partner has been convicted by the Brisbane Magistrate's Court of driving under the influence of cocaine, reportedly blaming the stresses of his job for his drug use.

Federal Attorney-General Michelle Rowland has hinted at possible reforms to the class action regime that would allow plaintiff firms to earn a profit from group proceedings.

The operator of Hunter Valley's luxury Elysia Retreat has settled its trade mark infringement suit against the newly established Elysium Hotel in Noosa.

Magic Circle firm Clifford Chance, which boasts one of the leading projects and energy transition teams in the UK, is deepening its expertise in Australia, hiring a lawyer from HSF Kramer to build an environment and planning team. 

EY Australia faces a lawsuit by a former intern who alleges she was harassed by her manager, victimized after making a complaint, and precluded from participating in a culture review by former sex discrimination commissioner Elizabeth Broderick.

United Petroleum has won its case against the operator of Perth Airport claiming it was induced to enter a $900,000 lease and construction agreement with promises of redevelopment at the site, which is now in doubt.

The ASX is fighting for a key witness in ASIC’s case over alleged misleading statements concerning its CHESS replacement program to appear at an upcoming trial, saying he needs to be cross-examined in person. 

The former executive chairman at regional airline Rex has admitted ASIC’s claims that he misled investors about the company’s position and breached his directors duties and may give evidence for the corporate watchdog, a court has heard. 

Lander & Rogers has elevated 10 senior lawyers to the partnership ranks, including five in the law firm's insurance and litigation team.