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On 14-15 November, University in-house counsels from across Australia will get together at the SOUL | Society of University Lawyers conference in Melbourne. Partner Michael Nicolazzo and Senior Associate Kirsten S. are presenting a session on student placements on day two, with a focus on Fair Work Act connections, internships and the application of relevant Labour Hire Licensing laws. Maddocks are pleased to sponsor the event, and Education leaders including Rob Gregory, James Smart, Viviane K., Clare Batrouney, Mitchell Sharman and Lindsay Sheather will be in attendance and look forward to connecting with our clients and alumni. Learn more: https://loom.ly/sdAhJfA #SocietyOfUniversityLawyers #SOUL2024 #Maddocks #Education

We are currently looking for Lawyers/Associates (2-5 years PQE) to join our growing and high-performing #PublicLaw - Probity team led by Partners Simonetta Astolfi and Sunny Leow. The work involves providing pragmatic, solutions-focussed commercial advice, governance advice, contract drafting, procurement, grants and #probity advice to #CommonwealthGovernment agencies (including at senior levels), to work collaboratively with other lawyers and our clients, and generally support the Partners build and maintain a strong team environment. The team is based in both Melbourne and Canberra, so we are keen to hear from interested lawyers in either location. Make your move to #Maddocks: https://loom.ly/6yFOQOs

In this #legalinsight, Shaun Temby and Catherine Macarounas review the Sleeping Duck case, which offers valuable insights into shareholder rights, particularly regarding the boundaries of ‘oppressive conduct’ under the Corporations Act. Their article outlines key lessons for shareholders seeking to safeguard their interests, navigate management expectations, and understand the commercial implications of share dilution in privately held companies: https://loom.ly/vhbbRiA #CorporationsAct #Shareholders #Maddocks

Maddocks #EmploymentLaw specialists, Lindy Richardson and Meredith Kennedy, have analysed the new Fair Work Regulations that relate to Not For Profit entities that are registered charities. Here, they share an overview of the changes to fixed term contracts, the types of contracts which will be exempt, and more: https://loom.ly/7UI5z3E #FairWork #FixedTermContracts #NFP #Charities #Maddocks

Congratulations to Maddocks Planning and Environment Partner Breellen Warry, who has been recognised in Australasian Lawyer’s Elite Women rankings for 2024. The annual rankings acknowledge female leaders who have made a profound impact on the field of law and their specific areas of expertise. Read more: https://loom.ly/hTRLf8s #Maddocks #AustralasianLawyer #EliteWomen #PlanningLaw #EnvironmentLaw

The Watchdog Podcast is back, and Maddocks Partner and series host, Shaun Temby, provides an update on the ACCC’s ongoing case with large Australian fashion retailer, Mosaic Brands Pty Ltd. Shaun explores the regulator’s allegations that Mosaic provided consumers with information that was inconsistent with their rights under the Australian Consumer Law, along with revisiting some historical matters that could see the business face further investigation. Listen now: https://loom.ly/ePGWEUs #Watchdog #Maddocks #AustralianConsumerLaw #MosaicBrands #Podcast #ACCC

The recent decision of the Federal Court in the highly publicised trade mark stoush between famous Sydney publican Justin Hemmes’ company and a Queensland restaurant over the ESTABLISHMENT trade mark has highlighted the importance of timing when it comes to filing trade mark applications. Ben Miller, Elizabeth Ireland and Natasha Faigenbaum explore the findings, plus lessons on protecting and enforcing your #trademark here: https://loom.ly/UCHmb1g

Maddocks is proud to be a platinum sponsor of the Asian Australian Lawyers Association’s National Cultural Diversity Summit on 8 November. The Summit brings together leading practitioners and academics from around Australia and the world, providing a forum for thought leadership, critical examination and discussion of issues relating to cultural diversity and the law. With this year’s theme being 'Multifaceted #multiculturalism - We are one, but we are many', Maddocks attendees look forward to taking part in important conversations about promoting and advocating for intersectional #diversity and equal access to justice in our communities.

Are you an Application Specialist looking to join a collaborative and dynamic Information Technology Team in Melbourne? The role is responsible for the #technical ownership of a large suite of applications, including enterprise #applications run firm-wide through to niche applications that service specific parts of the firm. Working alongside Justine Ingaliso, the successful candidate will manage regular upgrades, addressing performance issues, and recommending replacements when applications no longer meet business needs. If this role sounds right for you, make your move to #Maddocks: https://loom.ly/H7ZHvpA

The Development sector and future predictions were discussed by Partners Danielle Funston and Nick Holuigue at Wednesday’s ARITA - Australian Restructuring Insolvency & Turnaround Association’s NSW/ACT Division Conference. The Maddocks team delivered compelling industry insights in their session - addressing a broad range of topical issues around how best to prepare for, and maximise, the saleability of distressed assets on realisation and current market trends. #Maddocks #ARITA #Development #Property #Insolvency