Practice Management and Business Skills Professional Skills Episode 146 Speaking the Language of Business: Corporate Communication Tips from In-House Counsel Mel Storey Mel Storey, Head of Legal (Asia Pacific) at Pax8, joins David to delve into the intricacies of communicating effectively with corporate clients. Speaking from her experience as an in-house counsel, Mel provides strategies for tailoring legal advice to align with business priorities and striking the right balance between legal precision and practical solutions.Learning Modules: Quiz Interview Listen
Substantive Law Episode 145 A New Chapter in Family Law: Navigating Amendments From 2023 Onwards Kate Marr Kate Marr, Principal of Marr Family Lawyers, joins David to unpack the recent changes to the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth), including the recently enacted Family Law Amendments Act 2023 and the further amendments still being proposed. Kate shares her thoughts on the practical implications of these changes to shared parental responsibility, the involvement of Individual Children's Lawyers, and matters involving family violence. Learning Modules: Quiz Interview Listen
Bullying and Harassment Practice Management and Business Skills Substantive Law Episode 144 Not on My Watch: Addressing Psychosocial Hazards in the Workplace Fay Calderone Fay Calderone, Employment Partner at Hall & Wilcox and author of 'Broken to Safe,' sits down with David to discuss how law firms can cultivate safer and healthier workplaces. addressing toxic workplace cultures. Fay explores the new duties under the Respect@Work amendments and provides her best strategies on how to proactively address psychosocial hazards and build work cultures that don't just survive, but thrive. Learning Modules: Quiz Interview Listen
Substantive Law Episode 143 Giving Credit Where Credit’s Due: Navigating ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ Reforms Kerensa Sneyd Kerensa Sneyd, Partner in the Financial Services team at Allens, joins David to explain the key changes being made to the regulation of Buy Now, Pay Later services under the Treasury Laws Amendment (Responsible Buy Now Pay Later and Other Measures) Bill 2024, including new licensing requirements, a modified responsible lending framework, and stricter obligations around fees and charges.Learning Modules: Quiz Interview Listen
Professional Skills Episode 142 Under Review: Key Skills for Critiquing Expert Reports Alex Bell Alex Bell, Partner at Grant Thornton, sits down with David to break down the biggest deciding factors in whether an expert opinion will hold strong in court. As an expert witness himself, Alex also gives us his top tips for collaboratively working with experts and avoiding common traps during cross-examination.Learning Modules: Quiz Interview Listen
Professional Skills Episode 141 The eDiscovery Playbook: Court Requirements Across Australian Jurisdictions Matthew Hollings Matthew Hollings, Director of Clients and Marketing at Sky Discovery, sits down with David for a deep dive into all things eDiscovery. Matthew breaks down the varying procedural rules in each state and territory and offers practical strategies on how to make eDiscovery work for you. Learning Modules: Quiz Interview Listen
Ethics and Professional Responsibility Episode 140 The Price of Justice: Navigating the Ethics of Conditional Costs Agreements Charlotte Morson Charlotte Morson, Principal Solicitor at The Legal Costs Consultants, joins David to discuss the ethical obligations lawyers face when handling conditional cost agreements. Charlotte explains how these agreements, often known as "no win, no fee," work in practice and the key ethical considerations involved.Learning Modules: Quiz Interview Listen
Substantive Law Episode 139 Piercing the Limits: The Defence of Consent in Russell v R Michael Gleeson Michael Gleeson, Crown Prosecutor at the ODPP, joins David to delve into the complexities of consent as a defence to assault. Unpacking the recent case of Russell v R, they examine the boundaries of permissible harm and the legal principles of personal autonomy and public safety that underpin them.Learning Modules: Quiz Interview Listen
Substantive Law Episode 138 (Unlawfully) Arrested Development: The Criminal Lawyer’s Guide to Intentional Torts and Police Powers Alexander Ionita Barrister Alex Ionita, joins David to explore the world of intentional torts, discussing various cases from alleged false imprisonment to malicious prosecution. Sharing valuable insights about how to build a strong defence case to an intentional torts claim, they analyse the various police powers awarded under LEPRA, and the key defences available under different torts.Learning Modules: Quiz Interview Listen
Substantive Law Episode 137 Getting Down to Brass Tax: Understanding Asset Protection vs. Tax Avoidance Mathew Leighton-Daly Dr. Mathew Leighton-Daly, lawyer, consultant, and academic at The University of Sydney, joins David to explore the fine line between asset protection and tax avoidance. Mathew breaks down the complexities of Australia’s general anti-avoidance rules and discusses how legal advisors can safeguard their clients' assets without triggering tax avoidance provisions.Learning Modules: Quiz Interview Listen
Professional Skills Episode 136 Shuttling Back and Forth: Tips for Alternative Dispute Resolution in Legal Practice Angelo Bistolaridis Angelo Bistolaridis, experienced family law solicitor, mediator, and lecturer at Western Sydney University, joins David to delve into the role of Alternative Dispute Resolution in family law. Angelo shares his expert insights on how lawyers can effectively prepare clients for mediation, expertly navigate the common challenges and enhance their overall approach to conflict resolution.Learning Modules: Quiz Interview Listen
Substantive Law Episode 135 Strata Drama: Kicking Back the Curtain on NSW Disclosure Obligations Allison Benson Allison Benson, Director of Kerin Benson Lawyers and blogger at Thoughts from a Strata Lawyer, joins David to dive into the complex world of strata disclosure obligations. Allison explores the evolving legislative landscape, the importance of full and frank disclosure, and the challenges of ensuring transparency within owners corporations.Learning Modules: Quiz Interview Listen