Regulatory and compliance

Government opens consultation on AML/CTF reforms

Government opens consultation on AML/CTF reforms

Stakeholders can make submissions on the proposed reform until 16 June

NSW Supreme Court dismisses racial discrimination claim in eviction case

NSW Supreme Court dismisses racial discrimination claim in eviction case

Plaintiff failed to follow the required procedure under the appropriate regulatory scheme

Queensland Supreme Court rejects apprehended bias claim in contempt of court case

Queensland Supreme Court rejects apprehended bias claim in contempt of court case

The case arose from an alleged DV offence

ACT court dismisses suit against Council of Law Society over denial of practising certificate

ACT court dismisses suit against Council of Law Society over denial of practising certificate

The other party repeatedly asserted his desire to practice law and support his family

Clayton Utz partner Nikki Robinson joins Property Council of Australia board

Clayton Utz partner Nikki Robinson joins Property Council of Australia board

She brings 20 years of experience advising on real estate matters

Government launches public consultation for review of Commonwealth secrecy offences

Government launches public consultation for review of Commonwealth secrecy offences

The government is taking steps to advance press freedom in the country