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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April 30, 2023 | International Edition

Australian Law Firms Back Constitutional Recognition for First Nations People

Many Australian law firms are supporting a referendum that, if passed, would recognize First Nations peoples in Australia's Constitution and create an Indigenous body to advise the Parliament on policies and projects relating to Indigenous peoples. The vote will take place later this year.

By Christopher Niesche

6 minute read

April 27, 2023 | International Edition

Clyde & Co Nabs Australian Finance Partner and Seven-Lawyer Team

The hires represent a significant expansion of its financial services regulatory offering in Australia.

By Christopher Niesche

1 minute read

April 27, 2023 | International Edition

Herbert Smith, Thomson Geer Act On Kirin's $1.2B Takeover of Australia's Blackmores

The deal marks the gradual revival of Japan's overseas investments after experiencing a slump last year.

By Brian Yap | Christopher Niesche

2 minute read

April 12, 2023 | International Edition

DLA Piper Global Tech Co-Chair Says General Counsel Need Help With AI

Interest in the way in which technology can be used — and abused — in the practice of law has surged since the launch of ChatGPT.

By Christopher Niesche

6 minute read

April 10, 2023 | International Edition

Sullivan & Cromwell Is a Quiet Force in Australia

The firm recently brought in a partner from London who specializes in private equity markets -- a strategic move as more capital is being raised today through private equity and private credit funds than in public markets.

By Christopher Niesche

4 minute read