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.
April 22, 2020 | International Edition
Facebook, Google to Be Forced to Share Revenue With Australian Media CompaniesThe move follows a report last year that found the companies wield too much influence over Australia's news and advertising markets and deprive consumers of control over their personal information.
By Christopher Niesche
3 minute read
April 22, 2020 | International Edition
Law Firms Line Up as Virgin Australia Enters AdministrationWith numerous possible bidders and the Australian Government, the board and creditors also requiring legal advice, there is potential for several legal roles.
By Christopher Niesche
3 minute read
April 20, 2020 | International Edition
Australian Law Firms Share and Cooperate on COVID-19 ResponseThe chief operating officers at Australian and Global firms in the country are routinely emailing each other with updates on their latest responses to the coronavirus crisis and with questions on what to do next.
By Christopher Niesche
4 minute read
April 15, 2020 | International Edition
Australian Legal Tech Vibrant, but Dominated by MenThe Australia 2020 Global Legal Tech Report says women are involved in the founding of just one in five legal tech companies in the country.
By Christopher Niesche
2 minute read
April 15, 2020 | International Edition
HFW Hires Partner and Associate From Local Firm in AustraliaHFW has been expanding its workplace relations practice in Australia, which it launched early last year.
By Christopher Niesche
1 minute read
April 14, 2020 | International Edition
Litigation Funders Thrive as Companies and Law Firms Seek FinancingIn the unprecedented economic crisis brought on by the coronavirus, well-heeled companies and law firms are seeking to fortify their cash reserves and contain capital expenditures.
By Christopher Niesche
5 minute read
April 14, 2020 | International Edition
Big Four's EY Cuts Pay and Hours in Oceania, but Legal Arm Remains StrongThe measures, put in place to mitigate the economic impact brought on by the COVID-19 crisis, are designed to avoid the need for layoffs, said EY Oceania Managing Partner and CEO Tony Johnson.
By Christopher Niesche
2 minute read
April 08, 2020 | International Edition
Litigation Funder LCM Hires London Investment Manager From Augusta VenturesJames Foster has more than 25 years' experience in litigation and dispute resolution in the building and construction sector, LCM said.
By Christopher Niesche
2 minute read
April 07, 2020 | International Edition
Norton Rose Fulbright Cuts Australian Lawyer Pay as PwC Reduces Hours and Local Partner DrawdownsNRF's actions are similar to those the firm took last week at its offices in Europe, Asia and the Middle East.
By Christopher Niesche
4 minute read
April 06, 2020 | International Edition
Baker McKenzie Maintains Lawyer Pay in Australia While Others Make CutsInstead of making cuts, the firm has increased working flexibility for staff, offering the possibility of adjusted hours, reduced hours, and taking accrued carers or annual/long service leave.
By Christopher Niesche
2 minute read
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