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Christopher Niesche

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 04, 2022 | International Edition

Baker McKenzie Hires Restructuring and Insolvency Specialist From KWM

Gavin Rakoczy has extensive experience in restructuring and insolvency and has had a lead role in many of Australia's most complicated restructures and distressed situations, Baker McKenzie's national managing partner said.

By Christopher Niesche

2 minute read

April 01, 2022 | International Edition

DWF Hires Australian Insurance Partner From Local Firm

Matt Dudakov was hired to take the lead in helping the firm expand its general insurance practice in Australia.

By Christopher Niesche

2 minute read

April 01, 2022 | International Edition

Quinn Emanuel Four-Strong Team Quits for International Rival in Perth

The international legal community in Perth has seen a number of moves in recent weeks.

By Christopher Niesche

2 minute read

March 30, 2022 | International Edition

Australia's High Court Judges to be Trained on Sexual Harassment and Bullying

The policy comes in the wake of a 2020 sexual harassment scandal involving a former judge.

By Christopher Niesche

3 minute read

March 30, 2022 | International Edition

Climate Litigation Makes Its Mark in Australia. Law Firms Are Taking Note

The country is second only to the U.S. in the number of climate litigation cases filed.

By Christopher Niesche

7 minute read

March 28, 2022 | International Edition

King & Wood Mallesons Hires Australia Heavyweight's IP Head

The partner joins KWM's Melbourne office.

By Christopher Niesche

2 minute read

March 28, 2022 | International Edition

Linklaters, White & Case on Line Up For £4.2B National Grid Sale

The 60% stake is being sold to Macquarie Asset Management and British Columbia Investment Management Corporation.

By Rose Walker | Christopher Niesche

2 minute read

March 24, 2022 | International Edition

Australian Law Firms Seek Creative Solutions to Bring Staff Back to the Office

Firm-organized social events have worked to a point. But so far, no one claims to have found a magic bullet.

By Christopher Niesche

4 minute read

March 24, 2022 | International Edition

Gilbert + Tobin Founder Danny Gilbert to Step Down as Managing Partner

He will transition to the position of firm chair over the next 12 months.

By Christopher Niesche

2 minute read

March 24, 2022 | International Edition

The Poaching of Energy and Resources Partners Continues in Perth With KWM Hire

King & Wood Mallesons has taken two more partners from Ashurst after it poached two last year.

By Christopher Niesche

2 minute read