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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 KC — 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…
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View AllPsychology Board of Australia v Carmichael [2025] QCAT 9
23-1-25 / Salwa Marsh — Judicial Review & Administrative, Professional Discipline & Regulatory
Salwa Marsh appeared for the respondent, instructed by Clayton Utz.
Venter & Venter (No 2) [202A] FedCFamC1F 862
13-12-24 / Matthew Jones KC — Commercial Equity, Judicial Review & Administrative, Professional Discipline & Regulatory, Professional Negligence
Matthew Jones KC, leading Mr Lonya Sheptooha, appeared for a firm of solicitors against whom non-party costs orders were sought following the adjournment of a trial because of controversies concerning disclosure.
Medical Board of Australia v MCD [2024] QCAT 481
30-10-24 / Rachel De Luchi — Professional Discipline & Regulatory
Rachel De Luchi appeared for the Applicant, instructed by MinterEllison.