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News

Decision would have meant ‘deeply troubling outcome’ for junior lawyers

The NSW Court of Appeal concluded that the ordinary exchange of information between a solicitor and their supervising solicitor did not generate "confidential information".

24 April 2026

WLAQ honour for state’s top female graduates

Career Moves

KLM welcomes two appointments

News

Principal invoices for 30-hour days in $10m legal bill

In practice

AML/CTF – Do I need to do anything if I am not providing a designated service?

QLS shares tips for practitioners to consider regarding designated service under the AML/CTF Act.

QLS Diverse Abilities Network: Remembering Oliver Collins

Case notes

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

In practice

Cyber-attack response not privileged

The recent decision in Medibank Private Limited v McClure [2026] FCAFC 38 (20 March 2026) emphasises the attachment of privilege to work done will depend on what was the dominant purpose of the lawyers' involvement.

Career Moves

Thompson Legal adds family law to its offering

Bli Bli-based firm Thompson Legal has responded to a growing need with the launch of a dedicated family law department,

Explainer

Queensland’s long-awaited trusts law reforms take effect in April

This marks a major shift from the more restrictive powers under the 1973 Act and aligns Queensland with modern trust‑law standards.

Career Moves

Rostron Carlyle appoints Michael Smith as Property Partner

Michael Smith steps into the partnership role after serving as Special Counsel in the property team for three years.

Expertise and understanding key to century partnership

In an era where business relationships are increasingly short‑term, a 100‑year banking partnership stands out. MacDonnells Law director Luckbir Singh reflects on why the firm’s relationship with ANZ has endured for a century.

First Nations

35th anniversary of Royal Commission into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody report

In 2018 Queensland Law Society (QLS) made a submission to the Council of Australian Governments about the next phase of the Closing the Gap initiative.

Career Moves

Three appointments as new firm expands

Becky McKay, Abbey Widdison and Leanne Cloete have joined the firm.

Perspectives

Valuing lived experience of prisoners and their contributions to research

The current patchwork of jurisdictional approaches produces inequitable outcomes, with access to remuneration determined by geography, rather than principle.