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.
June 16, 2022 | International Edition
Australian Law Firm Wotton + Kearney Sells Minority Stake to Private Equity InvestorThe specialist insurance firm will use the proceeds to fund its expansion.
By Christopher Niesche
3 minute read
June 15, 2022 | International Edition
Ex-Allens Lawyer Who Was Sexually Harassed Is 'Devastated' as Case DroppedFiona Thatcher says sexual harassers can sleep easier after Australia's legal regulator decided not to pursue disciplinary action against her former colleague.
By Christopher Niesche
4 minute read
June 14, 2022 | International Edition
Ashurst Projects Partner Jumps to Top Australian FirmProject partners are in strong demand in Australia as governments make major investments in transport sector.
By Christopher Niesche
2 minute read
June 13, 2022 | International Edition
Australia's Growing Pension Savings Pool Creates Demand for LawyersAn increasing number of funds are merging, creating larger funds that create more complexity.
By Christopher Niesche
5 minute read
June 07, 2022 | International Edition
Australia's Allens Poaches Employment Partner From MinterEllisonSamantha Betzien joins Allens' Brisbane office as more focus is placed on effective management of risks associated with sexual harassment and workplace bullying.
By Christopher Niesche
1 minute read
June 07, 2022 | International Edition
Australian firm Mills Oakley Hires Workplace Team from King & Wood MallesonsThe partner and lawyer join the firm's Brisbane office
By Christopher Niesche
2 minute read
June 02, 2022 | International Edition
Australia's Gilbert+Tobin Poaches Corporate Partner From Squire Patton BoggsSimon Rear is the latest lateral hire in Perth, which has become a hot legal market.
By Christopher Niesche
2 minute read
June 02, 2022 | International Edition
Herbert Smith Freehills to Be Principal Legal Partner of WorldPride 2023The firm has been chosen to advise the world's largest LGBT+ celebration, which will be held in Sydney next year.
By Christopher Niesche
3 minute read
June 02, 2022 | International Edition
Australia's Gilbert+Tobin Advises on Pet Care Company Selldown, RefinancingPrivate equity fund TPG Capital has sold a 45% stake in Greencross to Australian Super and Canada's HOOPP.
By Christopher Niesche
2 minute read
June 02, 2022 | International Edition
Former Herbert Smith Freehills Global CEO Mark Rigotti Leaves the FirmRigotti, who was at HSF for 26 years, will become CEO of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
By Christopher Niesche
2 minute read
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