Family law: November 2022

Reporting and analysis of recent family law decisions. By CRAIG NICOL and KELEIGH ROBINSON  

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Criminal law: November 2022

Reporting and analysis of the most recent notable decisions of the NSWSC and NSWCCA. By THOMAS SPOHR.

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Elder law & succession: November 2022

Reporting and analysis of the latest judgments and news in wills & estates and elder law. By DARRYL BROWNE.

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2022 edition: Contract for the Sale and Purchase of Land

The new edition is now in effect. Revised statutory notices are mandatory from 1 March 2023 and practitioners should move to the new edition now.

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Delivering the High Court rulings – Gig worker is not an employee

Full bench of the FWC decision in Deliveroo has important implications for gig economy workers as most will remain outside the Fair Work Act protections.

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An Australian first: Custodial sentences for cartel conduct

The Federal Court’s sentencing in the Vina Money Prosecution provides an indication of what individuals can expect if they are found guilty of criminal cartel…

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Why everyone needs a legal operations function

With workloads increasing and budgets reduced, the role of a lawyer has never been more challenging. Lawyers and law departments urgently need to transform.  

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The human in the loop: Machines and administrative functions

Prompted by a growth in complaints traced to technology use, the Ombudsman reports on challenges that arise when governments use technology.

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Solicitors acting as trustees: When beneficiaries seek access to trust documents

Practical tips for solicitors on avoiding conflict with beneficiaries whilst acting as a trustee.  

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Application of s 912A(1) Corporations Act and cybersecurity obligations after ASIC v RI Advice

The Federal Court considers whether failure to manage cybersecurity risk and resilience breaches obligations under s 912A of the Corporations Act.

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