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.
March 20, 2023 | International Edition
Dentons Offers Australia Staff Five Days Extra Leave to 'Recharge'Staff can now get five weeks' annual leave as the firm aims to 'prioritise their mental, physical and emotional wellbeing'.
By Christopher Niesche
2 minute read
March 16, 2023 | International Edition
Norton Rose Fulbright Hires Former Financial Crimes Prosecutor for Sydney OfficeDigital disruption and new technology increase need for specialist advice, firm said.
By Christopher Niesche
2 minute read
March 14, 2023 | International Edition
Experienced Employment Partner and Former Prosecutor at Workplace Safety Regulator Joins Ashurst in SydneyScarlet Reid has specialized in workplace health and safety and employment law for 25 years.
By Christopher Niesche
2 minute read
March 14, 2023 | International Edition
Norton Rose Fulbright Picks Up Australian M&A Partner from PwCThe new partner believes M&A and private equity activity could begin to rebound later this year.
By Christopher Niesche
2 minute read
March 13, 2023 | International Edition
What Private Equity Looks For in Law Firm InvestmentsVery few private equity firms have invested in law firms, and despite some activity in Australia, such investments aren't likely to take off, analysts say. The reason is simple: Few law firms are likely to appeal to investors. There are exceptions, however.
By Christopher Niesche
5 minute read
March 01, 2023 | International Edition
Australian Lawyers Doing More Pro Bono Work, Survey RevealsAll of Australia's largest firms now have a dedicated pro bono manager.
By Christopher Niesche
2 minute read
February 28, 2023 | International Edition
Australian Regulator Launches First Greenwashing Court ActionThe Australian Securities & Investments Commission has filed a claim against investment giant Mercer, alleging its sustainable investment fund did not live up to the promises made to investors.
By Christopher Niesche
3 minute read
February 28, 2023 | International Edition
DLA Piper Australia Re-Hires Energy Partner from Solar Electricity Company CollapseThe new partner was previously a special counsel at the firm.
By Christopher Niesche
2 minute read
February 27, 2023 | International Edition
Strong Market Remains for Partners in Australia Despite Slowing EconomyBut overseas demand for associates has dropped, recruiters say.
By Christopher Niesche
4 minute read
February 27, 2023 | International Edition
K&L Gates Continues Australian Hiring Blitz with Real Estate PartnerThe firm has been in strong hiring form in Australia in recent months.
By Christopher Niesche
2 minute read
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