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Data collection and early case assessment for investigations
November 19, 2020
Data collection and analysis for investigations is very different to collection for discovery or review. This article discusses the differences; how Early Case Assessment (ECA) can assist and the benefits of using review technology …
Spotlight on eDiscovery
October 27, 2020
Many people are still confused about what electronic discovery encompasses …
Will we see the end of Keywords in eDiscovery?
September 9, 2020
With the advances in Technology Assisted Review (TAR), it raises questions as to whether keywords still have a place in eDiscovery …
How to Make Data Collection More ‘Effective’
July 27, 2020
Data can be collected efficiently, but if relevant data is not collected then the case will not come together.
Information Governance: Preserving Data and Being Prepared for Investigation
June 10, 2020
Organisations need to ensure their rules around information governance are being enforced. Many US organisations have an information governance officer in their IT, legal …
Australia courts Asian markets — and capital
January 21, 2019
Deepening financial and trade ties are solidifying the country’s role in the region.
Defeatist data security cultures no more
October 26, 2018
Organisations need to recognise that information security is a question of risk and step up defences now ..
When disaster strikes – seven lessons in handling a cyber attack
October 26, 2018
Proper preparation and planning can help organisations set out a clear path for responding to a cyber breach …
CLOC holds its first gathering in Australia
September 10, 2018
The role of legal operations manager is an emerging one in Australia…
Hot Topics
July 14, 2016
We discuss Brexit with insight from various private practice lawyers; Richard Bell of Clyde & Co writes about his Journey along the Silk Road; JunHe delve into issues regarding provisions to China’s network publishing services; and Trowers inform us about Doing business in Iran in this Hot Topics Special Feature.
What Brexit might mean for the In-House Community
July 12, 2016
Aided by thoughts from lawyers throughout Asia and Australia, we delve into what Brexit may mean for In-House Community members, giving insight on employment, taxation, insurance, finance, investment and more.
Taking the plunge – Bob Santamaria
June 10, 2016
After twenty years in a partnership role at Australian firm Allens Arthur Robinson, Bob Santamaria took the plunge and moved in-house in 2007, joining ANZ as Group General Counsel. The GFC hit a mere few months later, rocking the banking world to its core. For Santamaria, it was a case of sink or swim, and despite the inevitable challenges that ensued, he explains to Rebecca Brookes why he has never looked back.
Merger to create one of the world’s largest New Law businesses spanning Europe, Asia and Australia
February 24, 2016
Lawyers On Demand (LOD) and AdventBalance announced that they will merge in a deal which will see the creation of one of the world’s largest New Law businesses …
Asia-Australia – counseling for success
July 21, 2015
Sitting in a coffee shop in downtown Sydney on a recent trip to Australia, a look around at the diversity of faces discussing business, the price of coffee (and last weekend’s ‘footie’), it was clear that Australians of Asian descent are very much part of the fabric of the country. But whilst Asia has come to Australia, is Australia investing in Asia, and are Australian businesses taking full advantage of their geographical proximity to either the region’s mature or fast-emerging markets?
New practice dedicated to Australian startups
June 8, 2015
Allens has officially launched its Allens Accelerate practice, devoted to assisting startups and emerging companies …
Paper planes: the financing of aircraft pre-delivery payments
April 17, 2015
If executed right, aircraft pre-delivery payment financing can actually be less risky than traditional aircraft finance.
Driving value
April 9, 2015
Rebecca Lim, Group General Counsel of Westpac Banking Corporation speaks to ASIAN-MENA COUNSEL about the challenges and opportunities she has encountered in her role at the Australian headquartered bank. Here, she explains how her and her team manage to stay ahead of the curve.
Avoiding data breaches and managing them if they happen
April 8, 2015
As the risk of a data breach has rapidly increased with constantly changing technology, businesses have to address the issue now.
Cabotage Reforms in Australia
March 25, 2015
Almost three years after the enactment of the Coastal Trading Act, it has failed to revitalise the Australian shipping industry.
The G20 Global Infrastructure Hub – First steps
February 18, 2015
The G20 has given the Sydney-based Global Infrastructure Hub only a four year mandate to realise its goal of closing the global infrastructure gap.
The $110,000 fine for unauthorised payments for home building work
February 18, 2015
Significant changes made to the laws in New South Wales regarding home building work are worthy of close scrutiny.
New era of supervision of Australian private health insurers
January 27, 2015
If enacted, the proposed Private Health Insurance Act 2015 will empower Australian Prudential Regulation Authority to administer the prudential regulation of the private health insurance industry in Australia and the provisions of the Private Health Insurance Act 2007 relating to the establishment, functions and responsibilities of Private Health Insurance Administration Council will be repealed.
Australian insurers drive into China
January 8, 2015
China has committed to allow Australian insurance providers access to China’s lucrative statutory third-party liability motor vehicle insurance market.
NSWales Gov’t takes aim at subcontractor retention monies and announces SOPA overhaul
January 8, 2015
Not only has the NSW Government announced the “ground-breaking” creation of a cash retention trust scheme for “the protection of subcontractors”, but we have also been told to expect in 2015 a full review of the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 1999 (SOPA).
Dealing with Big Data cause headaches for Australian companies
January 8, 2015
Under a revised privacy regime, the Australian Privacy Commissioner has a range of increased powers. Businesses need to ensure that systems and procedures are up to scratch and compliant with the new rules.
Australia’s autonomous sanctions
December 3, 2014
Don’t be ‘shirt-fronted’ by the proposed amendments to Australia’s autonomous sanctions …
China-Australia Free Trade Agreement
November 26, 2014
The China-Australia Free Trade Agreement will unlock significant commercial opportunities for Australian businesses and provide enhanced investment protections …