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News

Guilty pleas vitiated by confusion and misunderstanding, appeal judge finds

"There is no evidence that the appellant was provided with adequate advice to enable him to understand the nature and consequences of the charges," the judge said.

29 June 2026

First Nations roundtable will focus on providing evidence

Case notes

ChatGPT creator sued over chatbot’s use as substitute lawyer

News

End of an era as Connie Seeto retires from QLS committee and profession

In practice

AUSTRAC issues further guidance on designated services

Practitioners are encouraged to enrol by 1 July.

QLS Diverse Abilities Network: Remembering Oliver Collins

Case notes

Barrister’s sexual harassment of junior solicitor found to be unsatisfactory conduct

Missing Wills

Missing Wills – July 2026

Notifications of missing wills for July 2026 are now available.

Admissions

New lawyers challenged to set high standards in time of AI disruption

More than 80 new lawyers were admitted at Brisbane's Banco Court this week.

Career Moves

TSP promotes four across South-East Queensland offices

Four lawyers have been promoted across the Brisbane, Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast offices.

First Nations

Closing the gap to the legal profession

In my view the biggest challenge facing First Nations law graduates today is the lack of professional mentorship.

Practice management

CPD sale for practitioners this week only

The End of Financial Year CPD Sale ends 11.59pm, Tuesday 30 June.

Case notes

Penalties for NDIS Act breaches

Both proceedings were brought against a registered NDIS provider, which provides services to people with disability, including supported accommodation.