Climate litigation becoming ‘a modern trend’
In a landmark ruling, the European Court of Human Rights ruled in favour of more than 2000 Swiss women aged 64 and over who brought…
By Cat Woods - 8 min read
Prisoners’ mental health – a contradiction in terms?
A large proportion of prisoners suffer mental health challenges even before they are incarcerated, and prison conditions can make things worse.
By Mark Dapin - 12 min read
How law firms can support neurodiversity
There is growing agreement that supporting diversity in ways of thinking can benefit both lawyers and firms.
By Angela Tufvesson - 9 min read
The Racial Justice Centre: Making the invisible visible
Having experienced racism and discrimination in her own personal and professional lives, Sarah Ibrahim is determined to help ensure other people of colour, particularly women,…
By Jennifer Cowley - 12 min read
Calls to stop lethal control of dingoes
Animal law experts and Indigenous leaders say there is a need for legal protections for Australia’s “villainised” dingoes
By Cat Woods - 8 min read
‘A modest proposal that means what it says’: Expert panel on the Voice
At the Law Council of Australia’s webinar on the Voice, Constitutional experts identified the core issues lawyers should be aware of ahead of the referendum.
By Avril Janks - 12 min read
Greenwashed? Australian parents take energy giant to court
Australian Parents for Climate Action have taken one of Australia’s biggest energy providers to court over claims of greenwashing.
By Ethan Hamilton - 10 min read
In the best interests of the child? The Family Law Amendment Bill
The Family Law Amendment Bill 2023, currently before Parliament, proposes significant changes to shared parenting arrangements in Australia.
By Avril Janks - 12 min read
‘An inconvenient report’: Government use of private consulting services
How will the upcoming Senate Inquiry impact private consultancies that provide services to government agencies, and government agencies’ future use of private consulting services?
By Cat Woods - 10 min read
LSJ explains: The Voice referendum
In the lead up to the referendum, LSJ shares the perspectives of community members, campaigns and researchers on the core themes surrounding the inclusion of…
By Avril Janks - 20 min read
Study confirms ‘rape myths’ still persist in sexual offence trials
Sexual offence victims continue to face the perpetuation of ‘rape myths’ and invasive cross-examination during their trial, a study has revealed.
By Cat Woods - 10 min read