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Historic milestone for Bar as equitable briefing targets met

April 13, 2026

Law Council of Australia announces targets for Equitable Briefing have been met for the first time.

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Breaking new ground: Women take Australia’s top legal offices for the first time in history

April 8, 2026

Australian history has been made this week.

April 1, 2026

District Court to open doors for rare behind-the-scenes tour

The District Court of Western Australia will open its doors to the public on Sunday 12 April, offering a rare opportunity to go behind the scenes.

April 1, 2026

ARNECC halts eConveyancing interoperability program, drawing Law Council concern

The Australian Registrars’ National Electronic Conveyancing Council will not proceed with its planned interoperability program, prompting concern from the Law Council of Australia.

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AML CTF reforms – Enrolment now open for legal profession reporting entities

From 31 March 2026, legal practitioners providing designated services must enrol with AUSTRAC through the online portal.

March 31, 2026

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Mallesons returns to independence in strategic reset

A new chapter has begun for Mallesons, with the firm announcing its transition to an independent, top-tier Australian practice following the end of its long-standing partnership with King & Wood.

March 30, 2026

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PHOTO GALLERY: Emerging Lawyers Conference 2026

See all the pics from the Emerging Lawyers Conference held on Friday 20 March!

March 26, 2026

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Law Reform Commission set to review access to WA’s courts

Attorney General Tony Buti has announced an extensive review of WA's courts today.

March 19, 2026

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Vale: Sir Anthony Mason

Former High Court Chief Justice Sir Anthony Mason dies aged 100.

March 18, 2026

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PHOTO GALLERY: Coast to Country Conference 2026

See all the pics from the Coast to Country Conference held on 27 February 2026.

March 5, 2026

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AML CTF reforms will not apply to Legal Aid work

The upcoming anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing reforms will not apply to Legal Aid Commissions or to private practitioners acting under a grant of legal aid.

February 19, 2026

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New public order legislation to be introduced in WA

The State Government will introduce new public order legislation to Parliament this week aimed at increasing police powers to prevent intimidation, violence and hate-motivated conduct at protests and public assemblies.

February 16, 2026

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New city law school opens as ECU launches landmark Perth campus

Edith Cowan University’s new city campus has opened in the Perth CBD, bringing its School of Business and Law into the heart of the city.

February 13, 2026

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Legal Practice Board introduces new “Feedback and Complaints Management Policy”

The Legal Practice Board has introduced a new Feedback and Complaints Management Policy, giving lawyers, education providers and other stakeholders a formal avenue for escalating problems.

February 12, 2026