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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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February 15, 2024 | Asia Pacific
Australia's Hamilton Locke Adds Clifford Chance Veteran and Former Corrs Partner
The Australian firm has hired Time Grave and Alistair Newton.
By Christopher Niesche
2 minute read
February 14, 2024 | Asia Pacific
Gavin MacLaren to Lead Australia's Corrs Chambers Westgarth Until 2033
The extension is a reflection of the firm's success under MacLaren's leadership, Corrs chairman Stephen Price said.
By Christopher Niesche
2 minute read
February 12, 2024 | Asia Pacific
Australian Senator Criticizes PwC Over Failure to Publish Tax Scandal Report
The senator says PwC is hiding behind legal privilege.
By Christopher Niesche
4 minute read
February 12, 2024 | Asia Pacific
Australia's Gilbert + Tobin Acquires Perth Legal Practice
The move marks a period of continued expansion for the firm in Western Australia.
By Christopher Niesche
2 minute read
February 11, 2024 | Asia Pacific
Former PwC Australia Partner Sues Firm Over Pension Payments
PwC said the partner forfeited his posttermination payments when he went to DLA Piper, which PwC deemed a "major competitor."
By Christopher Niesche
3 minute read
February 7, 2024 | Asia Pacific
Former PwC Australia Partners Prepare Class Action Against the Firm
Partners who left after tax scandal are joining the class action.
By Christopher Niesche
2 minute read
February 6, 2024 | Asia Pacific
8 Years Out, Olympic Games Projects Add to Demand for Lawyers in Australia
At this rate, lawyers and recruiters are wondering if enough lawyers will be found to meet growing demand in Brisbane, the city designated host to the 2032 Olympic Games.
By Christopher Niesche
4 minute read
February 6, 2024 | Asia Pacific
Australia's Corrs Chambers Westgarth Advises in $1.4B Gold Miner Merger
If successful, the deal will create the fifth largest gold producer listed on the Australian Securities Exchange.
By Christopher Niesche
2 minute read
February 5, 2024 | Asia Pacific
Australia's Government-Owned Broadcasting Network Taps US Firm Seyfarth Shaw to Defend It in Wrongful Dismissal Case Involving Israel-Hamas Social Media Posts
The plaintiff alleges that the public broadcaster systemically discriminates against people with Arab or Muslim backgrounds as well as other people of color.
By Christopher Niesche
4 minute read
February 5, 2024 | Asia Pacific
Asia Moves: Japanese Boutique Adds Baker McKenzie Veteran, Korea's Yulchon Appoints Former Prosecutor, Australian Practices Bolster With Trio
MinterEllison, Dentons and Ashurst have added to their partner ranks in Australia while regional Asian firms continue to hire from international counterparts.
By Jessica Seah | Christopher Niesche
5 minute read
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