Unveiling the Luxe Life: New Zealand Judges’ Secret Perks and Perquisites

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New Zealand Judges’ Panoply of Privileges The Sunday-StarTimes provided an insight into something lawyers largely knew already: that New Zealand Judges are among the most privileged of any group in New Zaland. The Judges possess one of the most substantial pension plans among those in the public service, effectively boosting their salaries by nearly 40 […]

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The Factors Considered When Calculating a Personal Injury Settlement

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Imagesource Personal injury claims or lawsuits ensue when the careless actions or negligence of one party results in harm to a person or entity. Cases of personal injury include medical carelessness, defamation of character, car accidents, assault and battery, or even being bitten by the neighbor’s dog. In the event of these harmful incidents, you

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Benchmark Litigation Names Four Partners Among “Top 250 Women in Litigation” for the Twelfth Consecutive Year

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Cravath partners Christine A. Varney, Karin A. DeMasi, Rachel G. Skaistis and Lauren A. Moskowitz were recognized by Benchmark Litigation in the 2023 edition of the “Top 250 Women in Litigation,” which honors “the most distinguished women in the world of litigation.” Inclusion in the list is based on a review of recent case work, client feedback surveys and one‑on‑one interviews.

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Explosion in Expenses Threatens Australian Law Firms’ Partner Pay

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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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Unveiling the Auckland Mayoral Splurge: Big Bucks on Law Firms and Consultants

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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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White & Case Launch Insolvency & Restructuring Practice in Australia

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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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UK’s Elite Law Firms Face Profit Flatline amid US Expansion Challenges

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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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No-Fault vs. At-Fault States: What Is the Difference for Car Accident Cases?

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Car insurance is meant to protect you financially in the event of an accident. However, the claims process will vary depending on the fault laws in the state. Some states use a no-fault system, while others use an at-fault system. Here’s what to know about each type to help you navigate the complex claims process.

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