Christopher Niesche

August 02, 2019 | International Edition

In his new role, David Lam is responsible for driving the firm's China strategy in the Australian market and is part of Allen & Overy's expanded team of bilingual lawyers serving Chinese clients.

By Christopher Niesche

2 minute read

August 02, 2019 | International Edition

The Mahlab Report 2019 also said the Royal Commission has heightened the focus on compliance and risk management processes and increased demand for in-house lawyers in Australia.

By Christopher Niesche

3 minute read

July 31, 2019 | International Edition

In an interview with Law.com, Stuart Fuller said more growth will occur in Canada, Latin American and the Asia Pacific. He also offered his view on how the Big Four fit into a legal services profession dominated by traditional law firms.

By Christopher Niesche

6 minute read

July 31, 2019 | International Edition

The pending combination with Kensington Swan will add 113 lawyers and offices in Wellington and Auckland to the global legal giant.

By Christopher Niesche

3 minute read

July 30, 2019 | International Edition

Much like the Big Four accounting firms, Moore Stephens plans to integrate its new legal services division with its existing tax, accounting and business advisory services.

By Christopher Niesche

3 minute read

July 26, 2019 | International Edition

In a long-awaited report released Friday, the Australian government concluded the tech companies wield too much influence and made 23 recommendations for increased regulation designed to curtail their power.

By Christopher Niesche

6 minute read

July 26, 2019 | International Edition

In a long-awaited report released Friday, the Australian government concluded the tech companies wield too much influence and made 23 recommendations for increased regulation designed to curtail their power.

By Christopher Niesche

6 minute read

July 26, 2019 | International Edition

Sarah Yu, who specialises in superannuation and life insurance, worked at Herbert Smith Freehills for 20 years.

By Christopher Niesche

2 minute read

July 24, 2019 | International Edition

Christine Small is the second partner to leave Norton Rose in Brisbane so far this year.

By Christopher Niesche

2 minute read

July 22, 2019 | International Edition

Global law firm alliance Meritas conducted the first-ever snapshot of well-being in small- and medium-sized law firms in Australia and New Zealand, asking about experiences with depression and anxiety, barriers to seeking help and attitudes toward employer mental health assistance programs.

By Christopher Niesche

3 minute read