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Case note: The Full Court divides $153 million asset pool in estate of deceased husband

Keleigh Robinson and Craig Nichol from the Family Law Book summarise Shehu & Vicario [2026].

June 18, 2026

Advocacy as performance: What lawyers can learn from the stage

Louise Fenbury advocates for the performance of persuasion when precision and presence are non- negotiables in a courtroom.

June 17, 2026

Opinion·Wellbeing

Sustainable performance the challenge as leaders face ultimate test

People management must come to the fore like never before if law firms are to deliver sustainable excellence, writes Leonie Green.

June 16, 2026

News

Attorney General’s Community Service Law Awards celebrate 20 years

Dr Tony Buti encourages nominations of outstanding contributors to the pro bono and community legal sector as awards notch up 20 years.

June 15, 2026

Case notes

Whistleblower claims clarified: Full Court confirms the subjective test for employer liability

Simon Rogers considers the Full Court's decision reinforcing the importance of documented decision-making in Reiche v Neometals Ltd [2026].

June 12, 2026

Legal updates·Opinion

A snapshot of childhood in WA: Five key challenges shaping the future

Isobel Millward, Juris Doctor student at UWA, considers the trends and areas of concern identified in the 2026 report from the Commissioner for Children and Young People WA.

June 11, 2026

News

Certainty still missing in AML CTF roll‑out as compliance deadline looms

Law Council of Australia warns AML/CTF reforms lack critical clarity, urging delayed implementation or transitional compliance as legal practices face looming obligations.

June 11, 2026

Case notes

High Court endorses Nauru removal regime and narrows challenges to third-country deportations

Nicholas Hodgkinson explains why the High Court upheld Nauru removals and validated retrospective legislation in TCXM v Minister for Immigration and Citizenship [2026].

June 10, 2026

News

World Accreditation Day 2026: Why quality practice matters

9 June 2026 is World Accreditation Day and is the perfect opportunity to review processes and strengthen documentation for a better client experience.

June 8, 2026