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Transforming Policy and Practice in South Australia’s Domestic Violence Response
Capital Monitor™ Editorial by Keely Garcia A single week in November 2023 saw four women lose their lives in South Australia amid domestic and family violence, an alarming record across any Australian jurisdiction. Shaken by a series of domestic violence-related deaths, the public outcry called for an inquiry into systemic failures that left victim-survivors trapped and voiceless. Fast-forward to 19 August 2025, Royal...
Agentic AI in Law: How Australian Firms Can Evolve Workflows While Protecting Data
Artificial intelligence is transforming the legal industry, there’s no doubt about that, but the conversation is shifting from chatbots and generative AI to something far more powerful: agentic AI. The legal profession is no stranger to technological disruption. From the typewriter to e-discovery, each wave has been met with initial scepticism and eventual assimilation. But today’s technological shift feels different...
The Productivity Trap: How Context Switching is Costing Lawyers More Than They Realise
In today’s fast-paced legal environment, the pressure to produce high-quality work quickly is intensifying. Yet, the very digital tools meant to boost productivity are often doing the opposite. Lawyers find themselves constantly switching between drafting, researching, reviewing, and formatting, often across disconnected platforms. Instead of streamlining work, this cycle of digital distraction is harming efficiency...
Infographic: The Family Law Act Now Includes Furry Friends!
Companion animals now recognised as more than property in family law decisions. On 10 June 2025, major reforms to Australia’s Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) came into effect. For the first time, Australian courts now recognise companion animals as more than just property. These changes acknowledge pets as valued members of the family, empowering courts to consider their welfare, emotional bonds, and safety when making...
Legal AI in Australia: Recap of Our Protégé Webinar Series
Australian lawyers have a reputation for being pragmatic; and this trait shows when the conversation turns to artificial intelligence. There’s no blind rush to adopt the latest shiny tool, no “AI or bust” mentality. Instead, what we’re seeing is something much more considered: careful curiosity. And this theme came through loud and clear in our recent three-part Protégé webinar series, held throughout August in the...
Lexis+ AI®︎ Powers Exponential Growth at Whitehall & Associates
Lexis+ AI ® transformed Whitehall & Associates, a growing law firm, into a dynamic force in institutional abuse and personal injury law. Partner Daniela Anicic explains how Lexis+ AI helped to facilitate the exponential growth of the firm by enabling it to branch out into expanding areas of practice. The impact of Lexis+ AI on Whitehall & Associates has been profound, saving Daniela 5 to 10 hours of legal research and...
Reforming Australia’s Merger Clearance Process: Navigating the New Mandatory Review Regime
Australia’s merger clearance process is undergoing significant reform, driven by longstanding concerns the current voluntary, informal regime does not sufficiently prevent anticompetitive mergers. After petitioning from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) and an engaged response from the Federal Government, Australia is now transitioning to a mandatory administrative clearance regime designed to...
How AI Elevates the Employee Experience for Corporate Legal Teams—and Drives Economic Value
As AI is poised to transform workplaces, employee engagement is falling, resulting in a real economic cost. For corporate legal departments, AI adoption presents a significant opportunity to increase department efficiency—while also improving employee experience and facilitating career growth. In a new commissioned Total Economic Impact (TEI) study, Forrester Consulting found that the Lexis+ AI® legal research, drafting...
Making the Most of Outside Counsel Spend with Lexis+ AI®︎
Corporate legal departments are under increasing pressure to do more with less. A key area of opportunity lies in how organisations manage their outside counsel spend. With outside counsel hourly rates continuing to rise and external legal work accounting for a significant portion of department budgets, legal leaders are rethinking how to maximise the value of these costs. One powerful enabler in this shift is generative...
Be Prepared for Significant Changes to Queensland Property Law | Property Law Act 2023 (QLD)
Authored by Shaun Burmester, Legal Writer, Property, Practical Guidance One of the most significant overhauls in Queensland property law in over 50 years is set to take effect on 1 August 2025. The Property Law Act 2023 (Qld) (PLA 23), and its associated Property Law Regulation 2024 and various approved forms, commence and are intended to modernise and streamline key aspects of Queensland property law. With it comes...
Privacy Law Bulletin 2025 Special Edition
Authored by: By Sharon Givoni, General Editor of the Privacy Law Bulletin, Principal Lawyer, Sharon Givoni Consulting and Alec Christie, Partner, Head of Privacy Risk and Digital Law, Atmos Legal Australia is undergoing a transformative change in privacy law with reforms designed for the digital age, introducing new statutory torts, enhanced data security measures, and significant penalties for breaches. These updates...
Introducing LexisNexis Protégé: The Next Generation of Personalised Legal AI for Lawyers
LexisNexis continues to lead the legal technology revolution with the launch of Protégé™, the next-generation AI-powered legal research assistant. Building on the success of Lexis+ AI® , Protégé delivers a fully personalised, secure, and efficient legal research experience tailored to the unique needs of each legal professional. With its upcoming launch in Australia, Protégé is set to transform how Australian lawyers...
Agentic AI in Australia: Legal and Transparent Solutions for Privacy Risks
Authored by Allison Lawrence, Senior Legal Writer, Technology & Innovation Privacy Awareness Week , June 16-22, 2025 – As Australia observes Privacy Awareness Week, a critical conversation is taking shape around the rapid evolution of Artificial Intelligence (AI), specifically agentic AI systems, and their profound implications for individual privacy. With new transparency requirements under the Privacy Act set to commence...
Australia's Bold Leap into a New Era of Privacy Law
Authored by Alison Cripps, Head of Workplace, In-House and Technology, Practical Guidance Privacy Awareness Week 2025: Australia's Bold Leap into a New Era of Privacy Law Australia has taken a bold step forward in Privacy Reform. This isn’t just a policy adjustment — it’s the most significant shift in Australian privacy law since the introduction of the Australian Privacy Principles over a decade ago. The reforms...
Navigating the 2025 Changes to the Family Law Act: Comprehensive Insights and Strategic Takeaways for Lawyers
Authored by: Jocelyn Magee, Legal Writer, Practical Guidance Family. June 2025 heralds the beginning of a transformative era in family law, marked by significant legislative amendments aimed at modernising and enhancing the legal framework. These changes are designed to streamline legal processes, bolster protections for vulnerable parties, and address contemporary issues within family law. This blog delves into the...
Why Lexis+ AI®︎ is a Game Changer for Australian Law Firms
As law firms navigate a highly competitive and evolving market, the need for technology that drives efficiency, reduces costs, and delivers exceptional client service has never been more crucial. A recent Total Economic Impact™ study by Forrester Consulting, commissioned by LexisNexis®, revealed that firms adopting Lexis+ AI in the United States could achieve a 344% projected return on investment (ROI) over three years...
Annotated Civil Liability Legislation - Queensland, 6th edition
Q&A with Richard Douglas KC, Gerard Mullins KC, and Simon Grant Annotated Civil Liability Legislation - Queensland, 6th edition is the essential companion for practitioners engaged in the conduct of negligence claims, whether in a commercial or personal injury context. This well-renowned title is a unique and practical guide to the interpretation and application of the Civil Liability Act 2003 (Qld) and the Civil...
Sexual Assault Trials: Challenges and Innovations
Q&A with Dr Greg Byrne and Dr Jacqui Horan Sexual Assault Trials: Challenges and Innovations offers a comprehensive examination of the systemic issues in sexual assault trials across common law jurisdictions, presenting innovative research and solutions to enhance victim experiences and improve justice outcomes. We took the opportunity to ask Dr Greg Byrne and Dr Jacqui Horan a few questions about the book. Q: What...
Harnessing Generative AI – A Guide for Australian Barristers
In today's rapidly evolving legal landscape, embracing innovative technology is crucial for staying ahead. Generative AI, with its remarkable capabilities in language processing, offers Australian barristers an unparalleled advantage in managing and executing their daily tasks. This technology is not about replacing human expertise but instead, enhancing it, enabling barristers to work more efficiently and effectively...
Lexis+ AI®︎ Projected to Deliver 344% ROI: What This Means for Australian Law Firms
The Total Economic Impact™ of LexisNexis® Lexis+ AI for Large Law Firms, a commissioned study conducted by Forrester Consulting on behalf of LexisNexis, May 2025, projects that large law firms could achieve a 344% return on investment (ROI) over three years by adopting Lexis+ AI—a pioneering legal technology solution developed by LexisNexis, designed to redefine how legal professionals conduct research, draft legal documents...
The Importance of Background Checks for Company Directors
A board of directors plays a critical role in shaping a company’s strategy, maintaining relationships with shareholders, and safeguarding the company’s reputation. Appointing a new director may bring welcome expertise as well as a fresh perspective regarding company strategy however it can also present potentially unforeseen risks due to unknown factors relating to the director’s professional history. Failing to conduct...
Bird v DP: A Landmark Ruling on Vicarious Liability – Where to Now?
Chloe Silvester , Head of General Practice, Practical Guidance Stephen Tuck , Legal Writer, Practical Guidance Personal Injury Victoria Ben Newling , Legal Writer, Practical Guidance Personal Injury NSW Alex Bassingthwaighte , Legal Writer, Practical Guidance Personal Injury Queensland In November of last year, the High Court of Australia delivered a pivotal decision in the case of Bird v DP , which has significant...
Security of Payment (SoP) Case Developments 2024
Jennifer Raphael , Senior Legal Writer, Practical Guidance Construction, LexisNexis ® In 2024, several pivotal decisions were made across New South Wales, Victoria, and Queensland concerning Security of Payment legislation, which are crucial for construction lawyers to understand. This article provides a summary of four significant decisions and their implications. Ceerose Pty Ltd v A-Civil Aust Pty Ltd (2023) 112...
Expected Changes in Australian Construction Law 2025
Jennifer Raphael , Senior Legal Writer, Practical Guidance Construction, LexisNexis ® In the ever-evolving landscape of construction law, 2025 promises to be a pivotal year for legal practitioners in Australia. As the industry braces for significant legislative changes and the impact of recent High Court decisions, it is crucial for lawyers to stay informed and prepared. This blog post delves into the 2025 anticipated...
Understanding the recent changes to casual conversion rights in the Fair Work Act 2009
Jada Lam , Practical Guidance Legal Writer – Employment and WHS The Fair Work Act 2009 has been updated with the 'Employee Choice Pathway,' offering new rights for casual employees. Read on for essential insights to understand these changes, so you can guide your clients effectively. If you or your client employs casual employees, there are recent important amendments to the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) (FW Act) regarding...