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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October 03, 2024 | International Edition

Another KPMG Partner Leaves after Australian Legal Arm Shuts Down

Adrian Wong and his team of three join Thomson Geer.

By Christopher Niesche

2 minute read

October 03, 2024 | International Edition

Australia's MinterEllison hires construction partner from KWM

Peter Pether will join MinterEllison in January 2025.

By Christopher Niesche

2 minute read

October 01, 2024 | International Edition

Asia Pacific Hires: Global Firms Kick Off Q4 with Flurry of Team Hires Across the Region

Kennedys has expanded in New Zealand by taking over a specialist dispute resolution firm in the country's capital Wellington. Partners Alistair…

By Kasvi Sehgal | Christopher Niesche

10 minute read

September 26, 2024 | International Edition

Disclosing Dentons Australian Leader's Email was in Public Interest, Former Partner Says

Doug Stipanicev is accused of sending anti-vax and antisemitic material.

By Christopher Niesche

3 minute read

September 25, 2024 | International Edition

Australian Legal and Professional Services Group HPX Buys Privacy Business

Hamilton Locke owner acquires Salinger Privacy.

By Christopher Niesche

2 minute read

September 25, 2024 | International Edition

Dentons Australian CEO Stands Aside Amid Anti-Vax Email Claims

Doug Stipanicev is accused of sending anti-vax and antisemitic material.

By Christopher Niesche

3 minute read

September 22, 2024 | International Edition

AIA Australia's General Counsel Conducts an Artificial Intelligence Experiment

At a time when GCs are increasingly being asked to do more and there never seems to be enough time, Kristy Redfern says AI is saving her as much as two hours a day.

By Christopher Niesche

4 minute read