The latest developments in law reform and advocacy: December 2018

The Law Society’s Policy and Practice team brings you a wrap-up of the most important issues of the moment.

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The latest from the High Court: December 2018

Reporting and analysis of the latest key judgments from the High Court of Australia. By ANDREW YUILE.

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The latest from the Federal Court: December 2018

Reporting and analysis of the most notable decisions in the Federal Court. By DAN STAR QC.

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Family law: December 2018

Reporting and analysis of recent family law decisions. By ROBERT GLADE-WRIGHT.

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Criminal law: December 2018

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

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Wills and estates: December 2018

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

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Changes to Australian Consumer Law: key benefits for vulnerable consumers

The first suite of proposals from the Australian Consumer Law Review will soon be enacted. By LAURA BIANCHI.

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Limitation issues in solicitor/client costs

Practitioners need to take care in analysing the cause of action for recovery of fees. By MICHELLE CASTLE and ANDREW BAILEY.

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The spotlight on sexual harassment continues

The Australian Human Rights Commission has released its 2018 survey into workplace sexual harassment and the results aren’t great.  By JACK DE FLAMINGH and ERIN…

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Recognising a new form of legal practice: limited scope services

Limited scope services can enhance access to justice and help to define the changing roles played by lawyers and clients. By MICHAEL LEGG.

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