If you’re involved in a lawsuit – whether someone has filed one against you or vice versa – it’s a good idea to get a lawyer. While this isn’t technically necessary, it will certainly increase the chances of things going in your favor, and your lawyer will also be able to provide you with invaluable
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Australian law firms are mirroring the global trend of experiencing flat profits in the legal industry. Partner pay is expected to decline for the first time in seven years due to a surge in expenses. While top commercial firms in the US and Britain saw revenue increase during 2022-23, there was little or no growth
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Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown recently expressed shock at the substantial expenditures made by his council on legal firms and consultants, but he has spent over $90,000 in one month on external lawyers in one month, according to reports. Since October 8, Stuff report that Wayne Brown’s total spend on legal advice has surpassed $300,000, with
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Global law firm White & Case LLP has launched its Global Financial Restructuring and Insolvency (FRI) Practice in Australia by adding partners Timothy Sackar and Jillian McAleese in Sydney. The move aims to strengthen the firm’s expertise in handling complex restructurings, workouts, and insolvencies across multiple jurisdictions. The addition of the two lawyers marks an
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The boom days for London’s Big Law firms may be drawing to a close, according to a Financial Times report indicating that profits are stagnating and a combination of intense competition from US-based competitors, rising costs, together with a slowdown in deals is having a bottom-line impact. London’s “magic circle” law firms, namely Clifford Chance,
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Navigating the legal aftermath of a car accident can be complicated and stressful. When you’re already dealing with physical injuries and emotional trauma, the last thing you want on your plate is a legal case. However, if you’re not at fault for the accident, you may need to claim compensation for your injuries, damages, and
Foodstuffs General Counsel – Julian Benefield As General Counsel at Foodstuffs, Julian Benefield has had to deal with a number of public and regulatory issues in the midst of a cost-of-living crisis where his employer has attracted adverse publicity and opprobrium. Working for the company that owns Pan’nSave and New World is perhaps appropriate for
Australian Law Firm Pay Rates Decline Pay rates for Australian lawyers have slowed in the past year following major earlier increases in their incomes. The Mahlab Report 2023 based on the July 2023 reviews shows the subdued nature of the Australian legal market at present.. While law firms have still reported healthy profits and actively
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Lawyer pay in the UK has seen Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer as the highest-paying law firm among its “magic circle” counterparts, with full equity partners earning an average of £2.09 million.
In this high-stakes legal battle, Wright Prospecting is poised to challenge Gina Rinehart’s Hancock Prospecting empire over royalties and ownership of the lucrative Hope Downs mine. The trial features a formidable team of barristers, including three silks and three juniors, delving into the details of a partnership agreement while presenting explosive evidence that could reshape the mining landscape. As the civil trial unfolds in Western Australia’s Supreme Court, discover the prominent figures involved, the contentious claims, and the potential multimillion-dollar implications.
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