Christopher Niesche

Christopher Niesche is the Australia correspondent for Law.com International. He covers the business of law in Australia and writes about lawyers, global and domestic law firms and in-house law departments. He also covers Australian regulatory matters. He can be reached at [email protected] and on Twitter: @ChrisNiesche.

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July 05, 2023 | International Edition

Want to Drive an Electric Vehicle? In Australia, Law Firms Aim to Retain Talent With Appealing Perks

The crazed competition for talent at Australian law firms has died down since last year. But firms are now focused on retaining talent.

By Christopher Niesche

4 minute read

July 04, 2023 | International Edition

HSF Hires Tax Advisory Partner from Deloitte

Prior to joining Deloitte in 2014, James Pettigrew spent over 20 years at Greenwoods, Herbert Smith Freehills' former affiliate tax advisory firm.

By Christopher Niesche

2 minute read

July 03, 2023 | International Edition

Australia's JWS Hires Disputes and Insolvency Partner from Jones Day

The Australian firm expects uptick in insolvency work.

By Christopher Niesche

2 minute read

July 03, 2023 | International Edition

K&L Gates Appoints Jason Opperman to Lead Australian Offices

Nick Nichola, who has led the firm's Australian practice for over 18 years, will remain a partner at K&L Gates.

By Christopher Niesche

2 minute read

June 29, 2023 | International Edition

Australia's Real Estate Group CBRE Appoints New Regional GC

Leah Boyd replaces Betty Ivanoff, who left to join casino rival.

By Christopher Niesche

2 minute read

June 29, 2023 | International Edition

Australian In-House Lawyers Expect to Send More Work to Firms, Survey Finds

Seven in 10 respondents said lawyers should spend time working for a law firm before they commence their in-house careers.

By Christopher Niesche

2 minute read

June 27, 2023 | International Edition

Clayton Utz Chair Becomes GC at Australia's Largest Bank

Karen O'Flynn joins CBA on September 1.

By Christopher Niesche

2 minute read

June 26, 2023 | International Edition

Construction Duo Leave Norton Rose for Baker McKenzie in Sydney

Emanuel Confos, head of construction for Norton Rose, and partner Harriet Oldmeadow are both leaving to join Baker McKenzie, but Norton Rose said it will soon be bringing on its own additions to its national projects and construction team in Sydney.

By Christopher Niesche

2 minute read