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View AllThe Use and Limits of Statutory Purpose in the Interpretation of Legislation
27-11-23 / Roger Traves KC — Appellate, Banking, Building & Construction, Commercial Equity, Contract, Corporations, Inquiries & Coronial Inquests, Insurance, Judicial Review & Administrative, Land Law & Property, Native Title & Cultural Heritage, Planning & Environment, Professional Discipline & Regulatory, Professional Negligence, Resources & Energy, Sport, Succession, Tax
In his article The Use and Limits of Statutory Purpose in the Interpretation of Legislation, Roger Traves KC considers a framework of approach to statutory construction and the use and limits of statutory purpose. Who should read? Advisory and litigation lawyers across all practice areas. What does the…
Diamond in the Rough: Finding Value In and Maximising Prospects in Disputes Through Mediation
25-6-19 / Glenn Newton KC, Matthew Hickey OAM — Banking, Building & Construction, Commercial Equity, Contract, Corporate Insolvency & Bankruptcy, Corporations, Employment & Industrial, Insurance, Intellectual Property, Land Law & Property, Media & Defamation, Professional Discipline & Regulatory, Professional Negligence, Resources & Energy
On 18 June 2019 Glenn Newton QC, facilitated by Matthew Hickey, provided a seminar on the essential factors to increase the prospects of a successful mediation. Topics examined included: Recognising what mediation involves Essentials for mediation preparation The central role of emotional intelligence as well as analytical intelligence, and how to…
Recent Cases
View AllVella & Ors v Heath & Anor; Comfortdelgro Corporation Australia Pty Ltd v McIlveen [2024] QSC 53
8-4-24 / Scott McLeod KC — Employment & Industrial, Professional Discipline & Regulatory, Professional Negligence
Scott McLeod KC appeared for the respondents (with MJ Brooks) instructed by Crown Law.
Registrar of Personal Property Securities v Brookfield [2024] FCA 29
30-1-24 / Claire Schneider — Corporations, Professional Discipline & Regulatory
Claire Schneider appeared for the applicant, instructed by Australian Government Solicitor. The full judgment can be read here.
Romanski v Stone; Black v Stone [2024] QMC 2
25-1-24 / Matthew Hickey OAM, Lucinda Brabazon — Appellate, Professional Discipline & Regulatory, Resources & Energy
Matthew Hickey OAM and Lucinda Brabazon appeared for the respondent. The full judgment can be read here.