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2023 Meritas ANZ Two-Week Lawyer Exchange Program
The initiative helps lawyers develop long-lasting relationships and a greater understanding of how other sister firms operate. Lawyers develop long-lasting relationships and develop a greater understanding of how other firms operate. We welcomed Caitlin McNamara from the Brisbane-based firm Bennett & Philp, whilst for the next two weeks Swaab Senior Associate Daniel Miller, will…
Nick Dale appeared in the Federal Court on 11 August 2023 acting for Koshib Investment Pty Ltd which is suing Slater & Gordon Ltd
In the case, Koshib Investment Pty Ltd atf Koshib Fund v Slater & Gordon, Koshib Investment, a self-managed superannuation fund is suing Slater & Gordon Ltd over the compulsory acquisition of its shares in Slater & Gordon Ltd by an entity associated with Allegro Funds. At a contested case management hearing before Federal Court Justice John Halley…
Michael Byrnes presented on 'Tackling the Tough HR Issues' at Clubs Australia 2023 WR&HR Conference
Michael’s presentation covered a range of topics affecting not just Clubs throughout Australia, including Corporate Positions on Topical Issues v Employee Freedom of Speech, Gender Identity Issues, and Professional Life v Private Life …
Michael Byrnes appeared on Channel 7 Sunrise program to discuss a recent WFH unfair dismissal case and the employers use of surveillance technology
Michael Byrnes appeared on Channel 7 Sunrise program this morning, with Natalie Barr to discuss the recently published unfair dismissal case in which an employee brought a claim against her employer after she was terminated for not working (when she was scheduled to work from home). Michael discusses the legal rights of…
Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article, “ ‘Inevitable’: Employment lawyers warn Indigenous voice ‘flashpoint’ for worker disputes”, published in The Australian on 9 August 2023
Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article, “ ‘Inevitable’: Employment lawyers warn Indigenous voice ‘flashpoint’ for worker disputes”, published in The Australian on 9 August 2023, Companies such as Qantas, Clayton Utz, Transurban, BHP, Rio Tinto, NAB, Woolworths, and Lendlease have publicly endorsed the voice and will advocate for the Yes campaign…
Michael Hayter appeared on Channel Ten’s News First segment ‘Melissa Caddick’s Final Belongings Being Sold’ 3 August 2023
Michael Hayter appeared on Channel Ten’s News First segment ‘Melissa Caddick’s Final Belongings Being Sold.’ Melissa Caddick’s final belongings, including dresses and designer sneakers, are being sold to help return some of the money to her victims. The con-woman disappeared shortly after the AFP raided her Dover Heights home in November 2020…
Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article ‘Legal implications and lessons from Network Ten v van Onselen’, published in Lawyers Weekly on 3 August 2023
Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article ‘Legal implications and lessons from Network Ten v van Onselen’, published in Lawyers Weekly on 3 August 2023. Last month NSW Supreme Court Justice David Hammerschlag found that Peter van Onselen breached his redundancy contract and the non-disparagement clause within it. In this article, Michael…
Press Release | Swaab Announces Appointment of New Partner
David Clarke - Partner, Corporate & Commercial Finance, specialises in all aspects of Capital Markets, Commercial Contracting, Corporate Governance, Corporate Structuring and Mergers and Acquisitions experience.. “David’s impressive expertise and deep experience enables Swaab to remain ahead of the curve in serving our client’s needs. As with all our recruits, the cultural…
Michael Hayter is quoted in the SMH article ‘Forgeries, footwear and frocks: Fight over fraudster Melissa Caddick’s last assets’
On Wednesday, Michael Hayter — Insolvency Partner and the solicitor representing the receivers, expressed frustration over the refusal of her second husband, hairdresser Anthony Koletti, to hand back some of his wife’s dresses. A collection of 30 pairs of high-end sneakers collected by Caddick’s 17-year-old son is also proving to be…
Michael Hayter is quoted in the Daily Telegraph article ‘Fresh battle for fraudster Melissa Caddick’s $12k shoes’ dated 2/8/23
Michael Hayter, Insolvency Partner and the solicitor acting for the receivers, said they were seeking access to Ms. Caddick’s sneaker collection, which was being held by her son and Mr. Koletti. “In terms of what is in dispute, and I know this is going to sound petty, one of the matters in…