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Hamilton Locke adds 4 new partners in high-demand areas
Hamilton Locke has brought on four new partners to boost its expertise in areas in high-demand among its clients. 
Former ATO deputy chief tax counsel joins Holding Redlich
Holding Redlich has bolstered its tax team by hiring the Australian Taxation Office's former deputy chief tax counsel.
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.
WA appeals court upholds toss of defamation suit over lack of concerns notice
The WA Court of Appeal has upheld the dismissal of a defamation case after the plaintiff failed to issue a concerns noting before bringing proceedings, resolving a novel question about the application of NSW law in the state.
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Rivermakers can’t bump appeal in light of criminal case
A judge has refused to adjourn an appeal over a development application for a new lifestyle precinct in east Brisbane in light of a criminal case over the alleged unlawful use of the same land, opting instead for “careful” case management. 
Blockchain mining firm NGS wound up for ‘blatant’ contraventions
A court has ordered the winding up of blockchain mining firm NGS Group and related companies, finding they operated in "blatant" violation of the Corporations Act.
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HopgoodGanim moves to new digs in heart of Brisbane CBD
HopgoodGanim Lawyers will upgrade its headquarter office next month with its move to 360 Queen Street in the centre of Brisbane's commercial precinct. 
Mills Oakley snags new partners for litigation, insurance teams
Mills Oakley has lured three new partners to join its commercial disputes and insurance teams from DLA Piper, HopgoodGanim and Holding Redlich.
Thomson Geer raids Holding Redlich’s workplace relations team
Thomson Geer has snagged two workplace relations partners and their 15-person team from Holding Redlich for its Brisbane office.
Non-competes ban should be top of mind for employers, says new HopgoodGanim partner
The Albanese government's proposed ban on non-compete agreements should be top of mind for employers, according to HopgoodGanim's newest employment partner.