Podcasts about Corrs Chambers Westgarth

Here, a leading tax lawyer reflects on the current state of affairs for practitioners, the intangibles and implications from a high-profile High Court proceeding, and what makes tax law such a meaningful vocational pathway. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Corrs Chambers Westgarth head of tax controversy Angelina Lagana about her career in this practice area and what she finds uplifting about it, the headline trends and challenges facing practitioners in this space, how different the climate may be for tax lawyers post-election, and how such practitioners are clamouring for change. Lagana also delves into the PepsiCo proceedings in the High Court and the case's implications and intangibles, what to look out for with the bench's looming decision, what will constitute best practice for tax lawyers moving forward, and why the younger generation coming through the ranks should view tax law as an appealing vocational pathway. If you like this episode, show your support by  rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email editor@lawyersweekly.com.au for more insights!

The M&A market has bounced back in the last year, with the highest number of deals recorded in over a decade.Sandy Mak, Head of Corporate at Corrs Chambers Westgarth, talks to Sean Aylmer about the firm's M&A report, the sectors that overdelivered, the role of international bidders, and why the next 12 months are looking promising too.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Arbitration is the “mechanism of choice for many transactions”, with a growing appetite for this approach in Australia. However, if clauses are not properly drafted, the benefits of arbitration can be lost, argues one BigLaw partner. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Corrs Chambers Westgarth head of arbitration Nastasja Suhadolnik about her journey and interest in arbitration, the increasing embrace of arbitration in Australia, how and why poorly drafted clauses occur, and the implications when this occurs. Suhadolnik also delves into the myriad benefits of arbitration (when undertaken correctly), what it means to be a good arbitrator, the prevalence of issues with clause drafting, whether Australia risks not being seen as an attractive destination for arbitration, and how best practitioners in this space can service their clients. If you like this episode, show your support by  rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email editor@lawyersweekly.com.au for more insights!

2023 has been quite robust for M&A activity, despite the rising rate environment and general economic uncertainty.Sandy Mak, Head of Corporate at independent law firm at Corrs Chambers Westgarth, talks to Sean Aylmer about the major players in M&A activity, some of the big deals we've seen, and what we can expect in 2024.This is general information only. You should seek professional advice before making investment decisions.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The role of the general counsel is “becoming bigger and bigger every day”. With corporate regulations focusing strictly on governance, law department leaders can and must be meeting the moment. In this episode of The Corporate Counsel Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Corrs Chambers Westgarth partners Abigail Gill and Sandy Mak about why ASIC is shining such a light on directors' and officers' duties, key takeaways and lessons arising from the recent proceedings involving The Star, and whether now is one the hardest times in living memory to be a general counsel. Ms Gill and Ms Mak also detail the ever-important need for proactive safeguarding of a business, the practical steps that can and must be taken, navigating the inherent practical challenges, the need for curiosity, managing the burden of competing urgent priorities, and best practice principles for law department leaders at this critical juncture.

In Episode 118 of the No Limitations podcast Hardest Opportunity on Offer, Blenheim Partners' Gregory Robinson speaks with Kate Munnings, Group Chief Executive Officer of Virtus Health Pty Ltd, a global leader in assisted reproductive services.   In a moving conversation, Kate reveals the eye-opening statistic that, in today's society, one in six couples experience fertility issues. She reflects on her early days as a nurse during the HIV and AIDS epidemic, and how this experience played a pivotal role in shaping her professional path, ultimately leading her to transition into an established law career, followed by senior operations and executive roles at Transfield Services (now Ventia). In this capacity, Kate provides a fascinating insider's perspective into the world of detention centres and the plight of refugees. She also discusses her experiences at Ramsay Health Care Australia, shedding light on the challenges associated with introducing changes in the healthcare system. Moreover, she reflects on assuming her inaugural Chief Executive Officer position, amidst the unprecedented times of the global COVID-19 pandemic. Throughout her career, Kate learned that a title nor a position are necessary to be a leader, and that the essence of great leadership comprises camaraderie, courage and compassion. Kate was appointed Chief Executive Officer of Virtus Health Pty Ltd in 2020. Prior to this, she was Chief Operating Officer of Ramsay Health Care Australia and earlier was Chief Risk and Legal Officer followed by Chief Executive – Operations at Transfield Services. Kate started her career as a HIV/AIDS nurse at St Vincent's Hospital before becoming a construction lawyer and Partner at law firms Corrs Chambers Westgarth and Baker McKenzie. Alongside Virtus, Kate is currently Chair of Digital Health Cooperative Research Centres. Kate has also served as a Board Member of South East Sydney Local Health District.   Please note: this episode was recorded on 16 May 2023.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this special episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, produced in partnership with Commonwealth Bank, we speak to an award-winning BigLaw partner about the state of affairs in cyber risk, data and technology practices, and how best the legal profession can steer businesses through ongoing volatility. Lawyers Weekly editor Jerome Doraisamy and Commonwealth Bank national head of professional services Daniela Pasini serve as co-hosts, with Corrs Chambers Westgarth head of TMT James North joining, to discuss the key takeaways and reflections from 2022 in the practice of cyber risk, how lawyers must be navigating the legal minefield currently confronting them, and what will constitute best practice in the face of said issues and challenges. Mr North also delves into how we should perceive the legislative framework and whether proposed changes will see Australia catch up to the realities on the ground, whether cyber insurance is worthwhile, building cyber capabilities in-house, and how the rest of 2023 is going to play out in this space.  To learn more about Commonwealth Bank, click here. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email editor@lawyersweekly.com.au for more insights!

Award-winning dealmaker Sandy Mak is optimistic about the M&A outlook in Australia this year. It will be critical, however, for practitioners in this space to take advantage of the fortuitous marketplace trends, she notes. On this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Corrs Chambers Westgarth partner and head of corporate Sandy Mak — who last year won the Dealmaker of the Year category at the Women in Law Awards — to discuss her headline reflections on the mergers and acquisitions market in 2022 and what lessons were learnt from the past 12 months, why she is an optimist about the market and, particularly, Australia's position relative to other jurisdictions. Ms Mak also discussed how energy, healthcare and tech sectors are creating fertile ground for M&A practitioners, how ESG considerations can and will dictate success this year, some of the challenges that lawyers will face this year, as well as the opportunities, and some best practice principles for those chasing success in 2023. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email editor@lawyersweekly.com.au for more insights!

2023 is looking like a better year for deals, with M&A activity set to rebound in the next 12 months. Dealmaking slowed this year, with economic uncertainty and rising interests acting as a handbrake.  Sandy Mak, Head of Corporate at leading independent law firm Corrs Chambers Westgarth, tells Sean Aylmer why she believes that could be about to change.Support the show: https://fearandgreed.com.au/all-episodesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Episode 104 of the No Limitations podcast “Taking Flight”, Blenheim Partners' Gregory Robinson speaks to Rachael Neumann and Kylie Frazer, Founding Partners of early-stage venture capital firm Flying Fox Ventures. Challenging the traditional venture capital model to help more people take their first steps into angel investing, Rachael and Kylie share with us the intricacies of how it takes a village to raise a startup. We also hear about the challenges facing founders and other players in the ecosystems and how they see potential in the many entrepreneurs they work closely with. Rachael and Kylie have been across many parts of the startup ecosystem leading to the establishment of Flying Fox Ventures. Rachael was previously Head of Startups for Amazon Web Services in Australia and New Zealand and was Managing Director of Eventbrite in Australia and New Zealand. She is also on the Council of Trustees of the National Gallery of Victoria. Kylie brings over 20 years of experience as a corporate transactions lawyer, having worked for Corrs Chambers Westgarth and Urchin Legal and Ventures, having advised ASX200 and international companies on landmark deals across sectors including technology, agriculture, and consumer products.   Please note: this episode was recorded on 7 October 2022.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has hiked the cash rate for the fourth consecutive month and the market forecasts the cash rate will be 3.3% by March next year.The price of beer in Australia will soon hit A$15 a pint, the largest increase in over 30 yearsLaw firm Corrs Chambers Westgarth dumps Catholic Church after 60 year to protect its reputation.ACCC report shows gas companies are gaming the system and not doing enough to keep gas onshore as they seek to take advantage of high global gas prices.House prices in Australia are dropping at their fastest pace since the global financial crisis — and market conditions are "likely to worsen" as interest rates continue to riseFollow my socials on: https://twitter.com/leongettlerhttps://www.instagram.com/leongettler/https://www.linkedin.com/in/leongettler/https://www.facebook.com/talkingbusinesspodcasthttps://business.google.com/dashboard/l/17460167277811417147?hl=en&gmbsrc=au-en-z-z-z-gmb-s-119-u~mhp-ns_hom_8-u&omec=EI_z6RYYASIBATIBATotZ21ic3JjPWF1LWVuLXotei16LWdtYi1zLTExOS11fm1ocC1uc19ob21fOC11QAFKEwjq4cCIj5D3AhXNnWMKHUB5Cqg%3Dhttps://www.youtube.com/c/LeonGettler/discussion?app=desktop See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Legal professionals of all stripes are increasingly cognisant of the importance of environmental, social and governance considerations in a successful, modern business. There are a handful of ESG considerations, however, that may be flying under the radar and are in need of greater attention. On this episode of The Corporate Counsel Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Corrs Chambers Westgarth head of responsible business and ESG Phoebe Wynn-Pope to discuss the current, underlying dangers pertaining to ESG and why they are so important to be across, including concerns about lack of integration in businesses, the importance of having a risk-based mindset and how that can and should operate. Ms Wynn-Pope also delves into the extent to which Australian businesses across the board are taking a sufficiently holistic approach to ESG, the stakeholders that must be engaged, the role of the law department in ensuring businesses are adhering to their responsibilities, marketplace shifts to factor into the approach to ESG, and the opportunities that can and do arise from meaningful engagement. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.   If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email editor@lawyersweekly.com.au for more insights!

In this month’s episode of the podcast – Shona Rowan and Belinda Wong had a great conversation about: Practical tips for overcoming imposter syndrome, building your personal brand and growing your network Why hard work is not enough to have a successful career Belinda’s career journey, her passion for diversity, equity and inclusion and so much more… About Belinda Wong: Belinda WongSpecial Counsel - Construction & Major Projects DisputesLawyers Weekly Women In Law Awards - Mentor of the Year 2021 Belinda Wong is a Special Counsel at Corrs Chambers Westgarth. She is a skilled construction disputes specialist, with over a decade’s worth of experience in complex international and local arbitrations, large scale litigation, adjudications and mediations. She has held the Presidency of the WA Branch of the Asian Australian Lawyers Association since 2018 and is a leading voice on cultural diversity in the profession. Belinda also sits on the WA Committees of the Society of Construction Law Australia and the Lighthouse Club as well as several committees championing diversity and inclusion at Corrs Chambers Westgarth. In 2021, Belinda was awarded Mentor of the Year in the national Lawyers Weekly Women in Law Awards and was a finalist for the Law Society of Western Australia’s Lawyer of the Year Award.  The Psychology of Successful Women podcast with Shona Rowan explores the mindset, behaviour and success strategies of high-achieving women. Shona Rowan is an international performance and mind-set consultant, inspirational speaker and high-performance coach. Over the past 20 years Shona has helped thousands of women accelerate their success and maximise their results via her practical workshops and webinars, large events and her signature program – “The Psychology of Successful Women – Career Acceleration Program”. She also works internationally with global companies to inspire, develop and retain their female staff and clients.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode Renée Graham, Crafty Counsel's Head of Content, is joined by Mel Scott who hosts her own podcast called Counsel, which is aimed at in-house lawyers. Mel is based in Brisbane, Australia and is a  Senior Legal Counsel at global technology company Megaport. Mel started her legal career as junior lawyer at Corrs Chambers Westgarth where she advised private and public companies on corporate, securities and commercial matters. Mel then moved in-house to work as a legal counsel at the Brisbane Airport corporation and then pivoted into the technology sector when she joined Megaport in 2017.  Mel has hosted Counsel, her highly recommended podcast, since April 2020.  Mel talks to Renée about her in-house career journey,  how she manages her time between being a full-time lawyer and her podcast side-hustle, and her advice on successfully implementing a new piece of legal tech.  She also shares her thoughts on building a personal brand as an in-house lawyer and why it is important. 

This week's show is hosted by the newest member of our podcast team, Amy Holden. Amy is joined by two extremely talented women in the technology and cybersecurity space - Berys Amor the Director of Technology at Corrs Chambers Westgarth, and Alison O'Hare who is a Senior Technical Director at Mimecast. Amy, Berys and Alison swap stories around unconscious bias toward women, the advantages of being a female in the tech and cyber space, some of the most exciting aspects of working in the industry, along with some of the challenges as well. The episode provides some great advice for anyone, especially women, considering a career in technology. For the latest cyber news and insights head to www.getcyberresilient.com

Corrs Chambers Westgarth are Australia's leading independent Australian law firm, known for delivering legal excellence, exceptional client service and outstanding results. They have been named an Employer of Choice 2020 by Australasian Lawyer and a Top 25 Attraction Firm 2020 by Lawyers Weekly. In this episode, we have a round table discussion with the Corrs Technology Media and Telecommunications team of which is Band 1 on the Chambers ranking. Joining us is James North, a partner and the head of the TMT practice group at Corrs, James Wallace, a Senior Associate and Angelina Yurlova who is a lawyer in the team. This episode was produced by the UNSW Law Society with help from Jeremy Kuan, You Qi Xue and Harrison Zheng and was hosted by Annie Wang. Music by Jonathan Wong.  

Do you love supporting others or do you believe in promoting diversity? If so, this episode is perfect for you.In today's episode we chatted with the team from Corss Chambers Westgarth. Together we discussed the importance of loving what you do and supporting the team you are working with. We also discussed the impact that branding has on consumers and the power of diversity. We also delved into the importance of following what you are passionate about and seeking to become the most informed on that specific topic.Listen in to this episode with your hosts – Neeharika Palachanda and Paige Carter to hear about life behind the grind at Corrs Chambers Westgarth.Produced by Sabrina LeeBut wait! There's more!Follow Behind the Grind Podcast (AUS) on InstagramFollow Behind the Grind Podcast (AUS) on LinkedInFollow Behind the Grind Podcast (AUS) on FacebookGet in touch:Say hello@behindthegrindpodcast.com.au

In our latest Corrs High Vis podcast, David Hastie and Mitchell Francis discuss the Victorian Court of Appeal’s resounding affirmation of VCAT’s decision in the Lacrosse cladding dispute. Corrs High Vis is a series of podcasts, offering insight and analysis into the Australian construction industry. Presented by Corrs Chambers Westgarth, it considers the issues which really matter to professionals in this ever-evolving industry.

Our latest Corrs High Vis podcast is the first of a two-part series looking at the Australian construction industry. Ben Davidson, Wayne Jocic and Julia Korolkova consider the key takeaways from a recent study into the health of the industry. Corrs High Vis is a series of podcasts, offering insight and analysis into the Australian construction industry. Presented by Corrs Chambers Westgarth, it considers the issues that really matter to professionals in this ever-evolving industry.

Chances are you may have heard about Cyberpunk 2077 over the past few months. Built up over years as one of the most ambitious video games of all time, the game launched last December to outrage over its serious technical issues. So with this sort of situation increasingly happening for new releases, should we reconsider pre-ordering games when they're not guaranteed to be playable? We spoke with Alex Walker, the Editor of gaming website Kotaku Australia, as well as Lawyer Daniel Marquet from Corrs Chambers Westgarth, to get the lowdown on the situation. Also this week, the stigma around periods and how it affects women accessing sanitary products has long been an issue, however one young woman's been recognised for her efforts to fight it. Isobel Marshall, who's just become the SA Young Australian of the Year, spoke with us along with her TABOO co-founder Eloise Hall, about their work to provide sanitary products to woman in need. Meanwhile, the past couple of weeks have seen multiple allegations of sexual assault spring up around Parliament House in Canberra. The controversy has led to questions over who knew what and when they knew it, all the while complaints continue to stack up. We fill you in on all the details. The show wraps up with a look at the brighter stories from the past week, so listen in! Wavelength, sparking the convos about Adelaide you should be having. Listen live every Monday at 6pm ACST on Fresh 92.7, the Fresh website, or the Fresh app! Fresh website: https://fresh927.com.au/ Follow Fresh on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fresh927/  Follow Fresh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fresh927/  Follow Fresh on Twitter: https://twitter.com/fresh927  Airdate: March 1, 2021 Hosts: David Simmons & Jamie Bucirde Reporters: Amila Dedovic, Arjuna Ganesan, Hamish Kearvell & Paul Tomczyk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samuel Woff, an entrepreneurial Construction Litigation Specialist at Corrs Chambers Westgarth, Australia’s leading independent law firm joins Enterprise Radio. The post Smarter Law is the Future appeared first on Enterprise Podcast Network - EPN.

In our latest Corrs High Vis podcast, Jane Hider and Sophia Georgeff discuss the proposed framework for the delivery of offshore clean renewable energy projects in Commonwealth waters.  Corrs High Vis is a series of podcasts, offering insight and analysis into the Australian construction industry. Presented by Corrs Chambers Westgarth, it considers the issues that really matter to professionals in this ever-evolving industry. This podcast was recorded in December 2020.

In our latest Corrs High Vis podcast, David Hastie, James Arklay and Wayne Jocic discuss three recent cases from Victoria, South Australia and Queensland. Corrs High Vis is a series of podcasts, offering analysis and insight into the Australian construction industry. Presented by Corrs Chambers Westgarth, it considers the issues that really matter to professionals in this ever-evolving industry. These podcasts do not provide legal or other advice. Obtain legal or other professional advice as required.

Keen to find out more about what a clerkship at Corrs Chambers Westgarth really looks like? Or are about their supportive and inclusive culture?In today's episode, hear from Corrs Chambers Westgarth lawyers who tell us all about the culture in their various practice areas, the virtual clerkship events they have planned and how their senior staff consciously involve juniors on important matters. There's lots to find out so tune in now! Listen in to this episode, with your hosts - Neeharika Palachanda and Paige Carter to hear about what you can look forward to when completing a clerkship at Corrs Chambers Westgarth.But wait! There's more!Follow Behind the Grind Podcast (AUS) on Instagram Follow Behind the Grind Podcast (AUS) on LinkedInFollow Behind the Grind Podcast (AUS) on FacebookGet in touch:Students: hello@behindthegrindpodcast.com.auFirms: info@behindthegrindpodcast.com.au

Jason Yat-Sen Li is no stranger to the spotlight, having recently appeared on ABC's Q&A as a balanced voice on the Sino-Australian relations. We are honoured to have Jason join us at PDF for a night of interactive discussion.With rising global tensions due to the pandemic and apparent anti-Asian sentiments in the media closer to home, it can be a challenge to maintain a positive outlook.In this session, Jason share his views on the impacts and challenges that this will have on Australia and how we can make the most of these uncertain times.About Jason Yat-sen Li: Jason is currently Chairman of investment group Vantage Asia and Managing Director of corporate advisory firm YSA. YSA specialises in complex cross-border, China-related M&A and capital raising mandates.Jason is a Fellow of the University of Sydney Senate, a Young Global Leader of the World Economic Forum and a member of the World Economic Forum’s Global Agenda Council on China. He was previously a non-executive director of the George Institute for Global Health, Vice Chair of the Australia-China Chamber of Commerce, a Director of the Sydney Institute and a Governing Member of the Smith Family.Jason completed an Arts-Law degree at the University of Sydney and a Masters of Law at New York University, where he was Australia’s Hauser Global Scholar. He was formerly Head of China Strategy for Insurance Australia Group and Head of Sales & Marketing for IAG’s China operations. His work on road safety in China won the China PR Association Silver Medal for Best Campaign in 2005. Jason has also worked as a commercial lawyer for Corrs Chambers Westgarth in Sydney and Davis Polk & Wardwell in New York.Jason Yat-Sen Li social link: https://au.linkedin.com/in/jasonyliFollow Sydney Professional Development Forum (PDF) http://professionaldevelopmentforum.org/https://www.linkedin.com/company/prof...https://www.facebook.com/Professional...We're also on Spotify & iTunes: https://open.spotify.com/show/03Aaxe5...https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...

She may have just won Dealmaker of the Year at the Australian Law Awards, but Sandy Mak believes that one cannot be a good dealmaker without having the right team in place. In this episode, Corrs Chambers Westgarth partner and head of corporate Sandy Mak joins The Lawyers Weekly Show to discuss, with host Jerome Doraisamy, the importance of having clients who will let you “push the envelope”, building a collegiate and productive team, and how one must lead, rather than simply manage, their practice groups in order to achieve optimal results. Ms Mak also discusses the issues and challenges being faced by dealmaking teams in the age of coronavirus and how best they can weather the storm so as to emerge from the pandemic thriving. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email editor@lawyersweekly.com.au for more insights!

In our latest Corrs High Vis podcast, David Hastie and Paul Brickley sit down with Leighton Wood, COO of the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, to discuss its key sustainability initiatives during a time of exponential growth.  Corrs High Vis is a series of podcasts, offering analysis and insight into the Australian construction industry. Presented by Corrs Chambers Westgarth, it considers the issues that really matter to professionals in this ever-evolving industry.

On Melbourne Cup Day in November 2017, the Society was fortunate to have Adrian Hughes QC of 39 Essex Chambers in London, attend to share lessons from success and failure in major construction projects including the New Berlin Airport, the Scottish Parliament and Wembley Stadium. The breakfast event, kindly hosted by Corrs Chambers Westgarth, drew a large crowd of industry professionals who gathered to hear Adrian speak on this interesting topic. For those who could not attend, this episode records Adrian's presentation in Brisbane.

On 17 April 2019 Corrs Chambers Westgarth hosted the annual NSW Young Lawyers great debate between solicitors and barristers. I spoke second for the solicitors team; after the excellent Sarah Dickins and before the amazing Thomas Spohr. I'm delighted to say that we won! Perhaps more delightful, though, was the even itself. Playful, but conducted in the right spirit. I hope you agree!

Corrs High Vis is a series of podcasts, offering insight and analysis into the Australian construction industry. Presented by Corrs Chambers Westgarth, it considers the issues which really matter to professionals in this ever-evolving industry.

The scale and pace of innovation in Australia and Indonesia often clashes with regulation. Healthy competition can be beneficial to the ecosystem but growth can also pose a risk to consumers if not regulated properly. Jeff Garzik - one of Bitcoin’s most respected developers - said, rigid regulation will only be a “catalyst for change that creates a new different world.” In this episode, Jared Heath & Aditya Tumakaka, who have experience working as lawyers in both Australia and Indonesia, talking about striking the right balance between innovation and regulation. Jared is a Partner at Corrs Chambers Westgarth with a wealth of government advisory experience. Adit is a corporate lawyer and Juris Doctor graduate from University of Melbourne. Jared and Adit are CAUSINDY 2014 delegates.

In a special edition of Corrs High Vis, Lawyer David Hastie talks to Corrs Senior Associate Leighton Moon and HKA Vice President James Lyall ahead of Corrs Chambers Westgarth’s Delay and Disruption breakfast seminar on Tuesday 20 June 2017.  In considering the Society of Construction Law’s recently released 2nd edition of its Delay and Disruption Protocol, we consider how construction industry professionals can best take advantage of the updated protocol. 

Jaclyn Smith, Director of SCL Australia, interviews Andrew Stephenson (Partner at Corrs Chambers Westgarth) and Craig Macaulay (Executive Director at KordaMentha Forensic) on updates to predictive coding and technology assisted review, and what this means for construction disputes.   This podcast is for reference purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice and should not be relied upon as such. You should always obtain legal advice about your specific circumstances. The views expressed in these podcasts are the speakers' own. They should not be taken as recommendations of the Society of Construction Law Australia.

The vocation of public service remains a cornerstone of Australian democracy. Yet its traditional virtues are under pressure. Too often exciting innovations have remained at the periphery, failing to deliver on their promise. New approaches to the designing, commissioning and funding of government services have yet to transform the centre of public administration. Bureaucratic structures, regulatory compliance systems and a culture of risk aversion have narrowed the manner in which public accountability and stewardship have been perceived. Yet, with political authority, governance can become more participatory and inclusive. Businesses, social enterprises and research institutions can partner with government agencies to become co-producers of public benefit. Sectoral boundaries can become porous and relationships collaborative. A new public service can emerge, based upon principles of flexibility, experimentation, facilitative leadership and organisational agility. ABOUT THE SPEAKER: Professor Peter Shergold AC is Chancellor of Western Sydney University. He has had a distinguished career in the Australian Public Service. Peter headed a range of Commonwealth agencies and was Secretary of the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet for five years from 2003. He now has a portfolio career serving on the Boards of AMP, Corrs Chambers Westgarth and QuintessenceLabs. He chairs Opal Aged Care. He remains active in public administration, having been appointed as the Coordinator General of Refugee Resettlement in NSW. In the tertiary education arena he chairs both the National Centre for Vocational Education Research and the Higher Education Standards Panel.

Entrepreneur, corporate advisor and opinion-leader Jason Yatsen-Li explores China’s different personalities, and how these help explain its seemingly contradictory actions in the South China Sea, climate change stance, stock market gyrations, a revolution in cross-border ecommerce and the massive One Belt One Road strategy. Jason Yatsen-Li is one of Australia’s leading and most innovative corporate advisors. Jason is currently Chairman of Vantage Group Asia, a commercial group with offices in Sydney, Beijing and Shanghai and interests in mining & resources, technology and financial services businesses in Asia. Jason is currently a Director of the George Institute for Global Health, Beijing-based research and policy firm China Policy and a Governing Member of the Smith Family. Jason was also past Vice Chair of the Australia-China Chamber of Commerce in Beijing, as well as formerly a director of the Sydney Institute, the National Centre for Volunteering and the New South Wales Government’s Sydney Metropolitan Strategy Group. Prior to founding his advisory firm—Yatsen Associates—Jason was Head of China Strategy and Head of Sustainability for Insurance Australia Group, Australasia's largest general insurance company. Before that, he was an M & A lawyer with Davis Polk & Wardwell in New York and Corrs Chambers Westgarth in Australia. Jason has also worked for the United Nations and is the former Vice Chairman of the Australia-China Chamber of Commerce in Beijing. Jason speaks fluent English, Mandarin, Cantonese and German. In 2009 he was appointed a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum in Davos and currently serves of the World Economic Forum’s Global Agenda Council for China.

I spoke with Michael do Rozario and Brian Borskjaer, Special Counsel and Director of the firm's Legal Technology Solutions team, respectively, at Corrs Chambers Westgarth, a prominent Australian law firm with offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth. We discussed Casefolio, the firm's new award-winning document review app, its development, and the user experience, among many other topics. When it received the Lawtech Award For Innovation in Legal IT at the 7th Annual Chilli IQ Lawtech Summit & Awards in 2012, one judge noted: “This iPad app is simply clever, innovative and delivers a truly ingenious and effective solution to the vexed litigation practitioner.” Casefolio is available for free trial download in the US, UK, Canadian, and Australian iTunes stores. Corrshas also developed a converter that allows documents and metadata to be exported and imported from a range of litigation support databases, including Ringtail, Relativity, and Summation.

I spoke with Michael do Rozario and Brian Borskjaer, Special Counsel and Director of the firm’s Legal Technology Solutions team, respectively, at Corrs Chambers Westgarth, a prominent Australian law firm with offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth. We discussed Casefolio, the firm’s new award-winning document review app, its development, and the user experience, among many other topics. When it received the Lawtech Award For Innovation in Legal IT at the 7th Annual Chilli IQ Lawtech Summit & Awards in 2012, one judge noted: “This iPad app is simply clever, innovative and delivers a truly ingenious and effective solution to the vexed litigation practitioner.” Casefolio is available for free trial download in the US, UK, Canadian, and Australian iTunes stores. Corrshas also developed a converter that allows documents and metadata to be exported and imported from a range of litigation support databases, including Ringtail, Relativity, and Summation.

I spoke with Michael do Rozario and Brian Borskjaer, Special Counsel and Director of the firm’s Legal Technology Solutions team, respectively, at Corrs Chambers Westgarth, a prominent Australian law firm with offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth. We discussed Casefolio, the firm’s new award-winning document review app, its development, and the user experience, among many other topics. When it received the Lawtech Award For Innovation in Legal IT at the 7th Annual Chilli IQ Lawtech Summit & Awards in 2012, one judge noted: “This iPad app is simply clever, innovative and delivers a truly ingenious and effective solution to the vexed litigation practitioner.” Casefolio is available for free trial download in the US, UK, Canadian, and Australian iTunes stores. Corrshas also developed a converter that allows documents and metadata to be exported and imported from a range of litigation support databases, including Ringtail, Relativity, and Summation.

I spoke with Michael do Rozario and Brian Borskjaer, Special Counsel and Director of the firm’s Legal Technology Solutions team, respectively, at Corrs Chambers Westgarth, a prominent Australian law firm with offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth. We discussed Casefolio, the firm’s new award-winning document review app, its development, and the user experience, among many other topics. When it received the Lawtech Award For Innovation in Legal IT at the 7th Annual Chilli IQ Lawtech Summit & Awards in 2012, one judge noted: “This iPad app is simply clever, innovative and delivers a truly ingenious and effective solution to the vexed litigation practitioner.” Casefolio is available for free trial download in the US, UK, Canadian, and Australian iTunes stores. Corrshas also developed a converter that allows documents and metadata to be exported and imported from a range of litigation support databases, including Ringtail, Relativity, and Summation.