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🚨 What lawyers get wrong about switching jobs “I’ve seen a massive change in the market, from both corporates and candidates.” Rachael Musgrave is a partner with legal recruiter empire group. From Clayton Utz and in-house at Suncorp to working on recruitment both in agency and for a top-tier law firm, she’s cultivated decades of experience on both sides of the industry. We sat down with Rachael to uncover what mistakes lawyers make when changing jobs and what you should know before working with a recruiter. In this exclusive, Rachael reveals: • How to know if you’re with a good recruiter • Why junior lawyers want a billable shift • When’s the best time to make a move Read it here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gQ3C2vw4

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Partner Kate Cruickshank and Special Counsel Lauren Archer spoke at the NZGDA Conference last week, discussing how to structure projects or studios for long-term success. Kate and Lauren highlighted the importance of securing intellectual property early, and how having clear arrangements with co-developers can prevent future disputes. #NZGDA #screen #games #helpingshapenewzealandsfuture 

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In this latest episode of the 'HRL Lowdown', we discuss the key takeaways from the High Court’s recent ‘Peabody’ decision regarding workplace redundancies. In this video, our legal experts break down what the High Court’s unanimous ruling means for Australian workplaces. Don’t hesitate to contact our team if you require assistance with the redundancy process. #HRL #HrLegalLowdown #Peabody #Redundancy #HCA

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Holding Redlich has partnered with the Institute of Public Administration Australia (IPAA ACT), becoming one of only two law firms to join as a corporate partner, and the only law firm appointed at the Tier 2 level. The partnership will see us share our knowledge and legal expertise with IPAA ACT’s community of public sector professionals and continue building capability for government clients. “We are proud to partner with IPAA ACT and support its mission to promote excellence and professionalism in public administration,” said ACT Managing Partner, Elizabeth Carroll. Since opening our Canberra office in 2021, we’ve doubled the size of our government team and been appointed to all five areas of law on the Whole of Australian Government Legal Services Panel. Read more about the partnership and what it means for the public sector here: https://lnkd.in/gxhdpWE7 #publicsector #governmentlaw #legalpartnership #canberralaw

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💼 Leaving a role is never easy. We know all too well that navigating a settlement agreement can feel daunting — especially when you’re in a senior role. ⬇ Directors, executives and professionals hold unique positions that often come with complex contractual arrangements, executive benefits, bonus and commission arrangements, incentive plans (both long and short term), intellectual property, shareholder rights and directors’ duties. That's why it's so important to carefully review every detail of your exit package and ensure that nothing is overlooked. 👇5️⃣ Below are our five top tips for departing executives, from taking advice early to understanding restrictive covenants and asserting your rights. As specialists in negotiating exit packages and settlement agreements for directors, executives and professionals across the public and private sectors, we're here to help. Our experts are comfortable when handling negotiations or working quietly and sensitively in the background to empower and inform your decisions. ➡ Find out more: https://lnkd.in/dY4A6NNh

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On Friday 8 August 2025, Chief Justice Mortimer issued the Intellectual Property Practice Note – Standard Directions for Australian Patent Proceedings (IP-2). This national initiative aims to standardise the management of patent litigation through consistent directions and procedures. The Court will continue to consult on the Practice Note to further enhance its case management tools. Practitioners are invited to provide feedback to the chambers of National Judicial Registrar Susan O’Connor at [email protected]. All comments will be anonymised before being provided to the Intellectual Property National Coordinating Judges. To view the notice to the profession see https://lnkd.in/eXjKE8zV #FCA #auslaw #IP

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