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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Episode 134 Unlocking Potential: Neurodiversity Inclusion in the Legal Profession Kate Hardiman Kate Hardiman, Senior Trainer and Consultant with Diversity Australia, joins David to explore what neurodiversity inclusion looks like in the legal profession. Kate discusses how law firms can optimise the retention and career progression of neurodivergent employees, by addressing key areas such as workplace design, operative processes, and recruitment and development.

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Episode image for Unpacking Cessnock: The High Court’s Take on Damages for Wasted Expenditure

Episode 133 Unpacking Cessnock: The High Court’s Take on Damages for Wasted Expenditure David Winterton Dr. David Winterton, Senior Lecturer at the University of Sydney Law School, joins David to unpack the recent High Court decision in Cessnock City Council v 123 259 932 Pty Ltd and its implications on damages for wasted expenditure. David explores how this ruling builds on the foundations laid by key cases like McRae and Amann, and considers the court’s resulting approach to the presumption of recoupment and the facilitation principle.

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Episode 132 Combating Modern Slavery: Compliance Obligations and Beyond Eric Boone Eric Boone, Partner and Head of the ESG/Sustainability Division at Madison Marcus, joins David to explore how businesses can navigate the complexities of modern slavery legislation. In this episode, Eric provides valuable insights on effective strategies for ensuring compliance, the role of due diligence, and the importance of transparency.

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Episode 131 The Lawyer’s Guide to Generative AI: Where It Fits (and Doesn’t) in Legal Practice Armin Alimardani Dr. Armin Alimardani, Lecturer at the UOW School of Law, joins David for a deep dive into the evolving role of generative AI in legal practice. Armin breaks down the capabilities and limitations of AI tools, when it’s appropriate to integrate AI into legal work, and the challenges of reliably comparing AI models.

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Episode 130 The Great Wealth Transfer: Harmonising Family Law and Estate Planning Niki Schomberg & Chelsea Baker Niki Schomberg, Senior Associate in the Family & Relationship Law group at Lander & Rogers, and Chelsea Baker, Senior Associate in the Wills & Estates team at Mullins Lawyers, sit down with David to discuss the impending intergenerational wealth transfer in Australia. As the nation prepares for this unprecedented event, Niki and Chelsea shed light on the importance of seamlessly integrating family law and estate planning. Discover the legal intricacies and practical strategies needed to safeguard clients' wealth and ensure their wishes are honoured through binding financial agreements and comprehensive estate plans.

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Episode 129 Grasping Causation: A Data Science Explanation of Causal Inference and the Role of Counterfactuals Hans Weemaes Hans Weemaes, Head of Economics and Data Analytics at Vincents, joins David to provide a data science explanation of the intricacies of causal inference and causal effect, and how they should be navigated in legal practice to avoid drawing inaccurate conclusions from statistical evidence.

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Episode 128 Balancing the Books: Exploring the Role of a Liquidator in Adjudicating Proofs of Debt Nik Angelakis Join David as he sits down with Nik Angelakis, Senior Associate at Mills Oakley, to delve into the nuances of insolvency law. Nik shares his insights into the demanding role of liquidators in adjudicating proofs of debt, discussing the quasi-judicial nature of their responsibilities and the challenges they face.

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