Sexual Harassment Allegations Filed Against Perth Barrister by Former Law Clerk

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A sexual harassment case has been brought before the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia against Perth barrister and solicitor Jeremy Scudds by a former law clerk who worked at his Perth boutique criminal law firm, Porter Scudds. Scudds is a prominent lawyer in Western Australia having worked as a lecturer, social worker apart […]

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Ex-HSF Partners Strike a New Chord in Legal Services

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Former Herbert Smith Freehills heavyweights Jason Ricketts and David Hugo have just orchestrated what might be the legal industry’s most interesting duet of 2025-Chord Advisory, a boutique firm that harmonizes legal and consultancy services into one pitch-perfect offering. After three decades at HSF (including leadership roles that had him conducting the firm’s global symphony), Ricketts

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Judge Loses Judicial Review Over Unseemly Club Row

New Zealand Judicial Conduct Controversy KC Gary Williams opined on the Northern Club brouhaha involving District Court Judge Elizabeth Aitken and her unfortunate interaction with the New Zealand Party meeting at the Club, leading to a series of events that ultimately lead to her being metaphorically hauled before the Judicial Conduct Commissioner. As Williams KC

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Judge Slays Dragon-Branded Lawyer’s Marketing Effort

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When Legal Branding Goes Too Far Ben Thomson, LawFuel contributing editor In a case that perfectly illustrates the clash between modern legal marketing and traditional courtroom decorum, a Michigan lawyer’s colorful dragon logo has been forcibly “slain” by an unimpressed federal magistrate judge. Jacob A. Perrone of “Dragon Lawyers PC” thought his purple dragon mascot

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Cahill Adds Leading Technology IP Litigation Team of Three Partners, Including New Practice Chair

The group expands Cahill’s technology footprint and extends jurisdictional capabilities Cahill Gordon & Reindel LLP announced today the addition of a three-partner intellectual property group that will add significant depth to its litigation practice. Chris Campbell, Britton Davis, and Alfonso Garcia Chan command a leading plaintiff-side trial practice focused on protecting their clients’ technology innovations. Chris

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Looking Ahead: Business Impacts of the Trump Administration

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Baker McKenzie Trump Administration Report With Donald Trump now in office, Baker McKenzie practitioners outline the business implications that we expect to see across a range of areas. From tax policy to trade and tariffs, from dealmaking to enforcement, we anticipate meaningful business impacts for companies operating in the US and globally – so the

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When A Sickie Turns Sticky -A Lawyer’s AFL Adventure Ends in Career Foul Play

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Norma Harris In what might be the most expensive football tickets ever purchased, a Melbourne lawyer has fumbled his career after calling in sick to attend AFL Gather Round in Adelaide – proving once again that social media and dishonesty mix about as well as tequila and professional responsibility. Mitchell Fuller, a former Greens local

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An Overview of the Divorce Act in Canada: Things to Consider

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No matter the territory or province, the divorce act can impact the dissolution process of your marriage in Canada. Hence, being updated about them is essential before taking any such step. For the unversed, 2021 introduced the terms “parenting time” and “decision-making responsibility” in place of “access” and “custody.” If you plan to separate from

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Balancing Academic Responsibilities and Practical Experience in Law School

Law school presents a dual challenge. Students must excel in class while gaining practical experience. This split focus feels overwhelming but is necessary. Success in law depends on both strong academics and real-world knowledge. Courses require long hours of reading and analysis. At the same time, internships and clerkships demand professional focus.  Surveys show how

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