Working From Home Results in Lost Productivity, Says University Study

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A recent study conducted by economists from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and the University of California, Los Angeles, has added to the ongoing debate about remote versus in-office work which has led to an increasing number of law firms in multiple jurisdictions imposing office attendance requirements. The research reports indicate that full-time remote […]

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MinterEllisonRuddWatts Chooses New Wellington Office

MinterEllisonRuddWatts announced today that the firm has selected the new BNZ Building for its next premises in Wellington. The new BNZ Building is located in the heart of Wellington’s waterfront at One Whitmore Street, with the 15-storey development which spans a full city block. The new building is one of the most seismically advanced developments

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NZ Law Society Accepts Need For Independent Regulator

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The New Zealand Law Society has given its approval to a proposal aimed at separating its regulatory and membership functions.  At present, the organization serves as both a membership association for lawyers and a watchdog responsible for addressing complaints against legal professionals.  The recommendation to establish an independent regulatory body was a key aspect of

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The Visionary New Zealand Lawyer Leading Microsoft’s Ethical AI Revolution

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Leading the Responsible AI Revolution: Meet Natasha Crampton, the visionary Microsoft lawyer at the forefront of shaping AI ethics. With a global team of 350 experts, she’s driving the responsible development of Microsoft’s AI tools, ensuring they’re crafted with accountability and ethics in mind. In an exclusive interview, Natasha shares insights on the evolving AI landscape, the power of ethical innovation, and Microsoft’s partnerships with cutting-edge Kiwi firms. Dive into the article to discover how responsible AI is transforming industries and society.

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MinterEllisonRuddWatts launches new awards programme for Māori law students

>> Latest NZ Law Jobs Here To help encourage greater diversity in the legal profession, leading New Zealand law  firm, MinterEllisonRuddWatts today launched Ngā Karahipi Whakaeke – the MinterEllisonRuddWatts  Awards Programme. Through Ngā Karahipi Whakaeke, the firm will provide financial assistance and mentoring support to Māori law students who are the first member of their

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The Growing Kiwi Law Firm Offering Unique Opportunities For Legal Roles

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Tompkins Wake has been on a steady growth path in recent years with its acquisition of smaller law firms and opening new offices, but it has also been a consistently popular ’employer of choice’ when it comes to attracting new lawyers. Currently the firm is offering a range of legal jobs, but apart from the

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Law Firm Allens Unleashes ‘Airlie’: Its Own Custom AI Powerhouse to Revolutionize Legal Services

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Allens’ AI ChatGPT Australian law firm Allens took the unconventional route of creating its own iteration of ChatGPT due to reservations about the original version’s trustworthiness and a desire to safeguard its proprietary expertise. Lisa Kozaris, (right) Chief of Innovation and Legal Solutions at the firm, explained that the public incarnation of this transformative AI

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Who ARE The Lawyers Indicted Alongside Donald Trump in the Georgia Case?

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The charges against former president Donald Trump from the Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis included 18 associates of Trump, of who six were attorneys, the most well known being former New York Governor Rudy Giuliani. Who are the indicted attorneys? Donald Trump and 18 other associates were charged Monday in Georgia as part of a sweeping

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