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Law firms faced wrath of clients, employees in 2024
Some of Australia's biggest law firms were dragged to court in 2024, facing lawsuits -- and even class actions -- by disgruntled clients and aggrieved employees.
Maker of Crocs Jibbitz settles patent case over alleged knock-offs
Crocs unit Jibbitz has settled its patent dispute against Australian company Bavvaro, which was accused of selling knock-off versions of its shoe accessories. 
Melbourne University must reinstate professor sacked for alleged harassment
The University of Melbourne has been ordered to reinstate an academic who was sacked for allegedly harassing a female colleague.
Appeals challenge declassing orders in COVID-19 insurance class actions
Law firm Gordon Legal has filed appeals after a judge ordered the declassing of several proceedings over COVID-19 business interruption losses.
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Allens-repped Greystar in $1.6B student digs deal
US property firm Greystar is acquiring a portfolio of student accommodations worth $1.6 billion, one of the largest deals of its kind in the Australian market. 
K&L Gates recruits patent litigator from Corrs Chambers Westgarth
Global law firm K&L Gates has hired former Corrs Chambers Westgarth IP litigator Rachelle Downie as a partner in its Melbourne office.
No agreement reached in competing Harvey Norman class actions
Law firms running competing consumer class actions against Harvey Norman have failed to reach an agreement to join forces, setting the stage for a multiplicity fight this year. 
Former ANZ lawyer loses 10-year-old discrimination case
A long-running discrimination case by a former ANZ lawyer who alleged the bank's work environment was hostile to pregnant women has been thrown out by VCAT.
Tendency evidence not allowed in negligence case against law firm
In a case alleging Waller Legal gave negligent advice in a sexual abuse claim, a judge has rejected the plaintiff’s bid to adduce evidence of the firm’s alleged tendency to pursue out of court settlement over litigation.