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Finalists announced for 2026 Law Society Annual Awards

July 31, 2026

The Law Society of Western Australia has announced the finalists for the 2026 Annual Awards, recognising outstanding achievement, leadership and service across the legal profession.

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ART reforms must not sacrifice fairness

July 27, 2026

The Law Council has welcomed proposed reforms aimed at improving the efficiency of the Administrative Review Tribunal, while warning changes must not undermine procedural fairness or access to justice.

July 23, 2026

Federal Government proposes specialist Fair Work Court

The Albanese Government has announced plans to establish a new federal Fair Work Court, proposing a specialist judicial forum to resolve workplace relations disputes.

July 16, 2026

Building services changes in Western Australia

Joshua Burton considers WA's proposed builder oversight reforms in the Building Services Legislation Amendment (Financial Oversight) Bill 2026.

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Welcome to the Profession Breakfast: celebrating the next generation of lawyers

His Honour Justice Stephen Lemonis delivered a thoughtful keynote address to nearly 200 emerging lawyers.

April 23, 2026

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UN Review of Australia’s human rights performance highlights child justice concerns

United Nations review finds Australia's age of criminal responsibility is at odds with international standards.

April 16, 2026

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Historic milestone for Bar as equitable briefing targets met

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

April 13, 2026

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

Australian history has been made this week.

April 8, 2026

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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

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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.

April 1, 2026

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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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Finalists announced for 2026 Law Society Annual Awards

ART reforms must not sacrifice fairness

Federal Government proposes specialist Fair Work Court

Building services changes in Western Australia

Welcome to the Profession Breakfast: celebrating the next generation of lawyers

UN Review of Australia’s human rights performance highlights child justice concerns

Historic milestone for Bar as equitable briefing targets met

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

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

ARNECC halts eConveyancing interoperability program, drawing Law Council concern

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

Mallesons returns to independence in strategic reset

PHOTO GALLERY: Emerging Lawyers Conference 2026

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

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The troubled rollout of WA’s Workers Compensation and Injury Management Act 2023