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Federal Court grants media access to Coles affidavit in ACCC merger challenge

Federal Court grants media access to Coles affidavit in ACCC merger challenge

The affidavit functions as a pleading and promotes the open justice principle, the court explains

Allens assists in ASX’s biggest IPO completion for 2026 thus far

Allens assists in ASX’s biggest IPO completion for 2026 thus far

The joint head of HSF Kramer’s ECM group sits on FDC’s new board, as does a former Skadden lawyer

Gilbert + Tobin leans into pro bono

Gilbert + Tobin leans into pro bono

Nicole Lojszczyk's elevation on 1 July — alongside a charities and social sector appointment — suggests G+T is treating access to justice as a permanent investment, not a reputational line item

Peter McDonald steps up as Australia co-managing partner, Sydney managing partner at A&O Shearman

Peter McDonald steps up as Australia co-managing partner, Sydney managing partner at A&O Shearman

McDonald will lead the Australia office alongside David Jenaway

HSF Kramer promotes eight executive counsel in Australia

HSF Kramer promotes eight executive counsel in Australia

The promoted lawyers work with the energy, tax, employment and governance groups