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MinterEllison brings on infrastructure partner from Pinsent Masons
MinterEllison has recruited a construction and infrastructure partner with more than 22 years of experience from Pinsent Masons to meet growing client demand for advice on large-scale projects. 
Judge won’t make freezing order in defects class action
A judge has dismissed an application for a freezing order against the developer behind a NSW Central Coast office block at the centre of a class action over alleged defects, including sub-par air conditioning.
OPSM franchise operator cops $19,800 penalty for outdated disclosures
The operator of eyewear franchises OPSM and Laubman & Pank has paid a $19,800 penalty after the ACCC found it failed to provide up-to-date disclosures to prospective franchisees, several years after promising to make its franchise system more transparent. 
HopgoodGanim bolsters leadership with Clayton Utz CFO, COO
HopgoodGanim has strengthened its leadership by hiring Clayton Utz CFO and COO Graeme Johnson, as the Queensland firm eyes continued growth and high performance.
Binance Australia Derivatives fined $10M for offering ‘risky’ crypto products to retail customers
A judge has slapped defunct crypto firm Binance Australia Derivatives with a $10 million penalty for misclassifying around 500 retail customers as eligible to invest in risky derivatives intended for sophisticated investors. 
$100M penalties for petrol price misconduct as war’s oil shock bites
Parliament has rushed through legislation doubling penalties against petrol companies for pricing misconduct to $100 million, as prices skyrocket due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. 
Johnson Winter Slattery snags Baker McKenzie M&A partner
A Baker McKenzie partner specialising in M&A and private equity has made the jump to Johnson Winter Slattery.
Petrol companies could face $100M penalty for pricing misconduct
The federal government has proposed doubling penalties against petrol companies for pricing misconduct to $100 million, as conflict in the Middle East causes prices to skyrocket.
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Addisons lures leading real estate partner
Addisons has hired a highly regarded real estate partner who brings over 30 years of experience advising top industry players. 
Colin Biggers Paisley lures insurance team from Clyde & Co
Colin Biggers Paisley has lured an insurance partner from Clyde & Co who has represented insurers in relation to shareholder class actions and regulatory proceedings.