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Earlier this week our Technology team welcomed AI expert Bill Simpson-Young from the Gradient Institute to our Sydney office for a roundtable lunch event with clients to discuss AI innovation and governance. With the AI landscape moving at a rapid pace, it was invaluable for attendees to learn about how they can help organisations to mitigate the risks of AI, whilst also unlocking its opportunities. Thank you to all of our guests for attending and to Greg Palumbo for facilitating the insightful event. Learn more about how to navigate AI governance or regulation in your organisation from our technology law specialists: https://loom.ly/ZWlbXyE #AI #Technology #Maddocks #GeneralCounsel #Governance Jeff Goodall

Maddocks proudly sponsored the recent Property Council of Australia’s Industrial Outlook breakfast in Melbourne, where Partner Nick Sparks delivered our sponsor address. The event examined what the year’s potential disruptors might be, alongside emerging opportunities – and how economic and social factors are impacting the sector more broadly. Learn more about Maddocks’ Property Development expertise here: https://loom.ly/I_V5NYY #Maddocks #PCA #Property #Development #Development #RealEstate

Maddocks’ Watchdog Recap 2024 – our annual examination of enforcement and regulatory activity by the ACCC and how well it performed against its announced enforcement priorities, is a must-read publication for all Australian businesses. Our report analyses activity across consumer markets, advertising, data and digital platforms, as well as key focus areas such as cost-of-living and essential services. Learn more here: https://loom.ly/06bJppM Shaun Temby #Maddocks #WatchdogRecap2024 #ACCCInReview #ACCC #AustralianConsumerLaw

Maddocks has appointed Lesly Ann Cho as a new Special Counsel in the firm's Disputes Resolution & Litigation team in Sydney. Lesly brings over 12 years of extensive experience in complex commercial litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution, having represented a diverse range of clients across various industries. Dispute Resolution & Litigation Partner Timothy Atkin said: "Lesly’s deep understanding of commercial litigation and her track record in achieving favourable outcomes for clients make her an invaluable addition to our team." Read more: https://loom.ly/b7uXxpU #Maddocks #DRL #CommercialLaw

From 26 February 2025, the new Casual Employee Choice Pathway will wholly replace the Casual Conversion Regime under the Fair Work Act. If you are an employer and you would like advice about how the new Casual Employee Choice Pathway will impact your business and/or apply to your employees, please contact a member of our Employment team: https://loom.ly/pjP9Grk #Maddocks #FairWorkAct #ESP #CasualEmployeeChoicePathway #CasualConversion #CasualEmployment #PermanentEmployment Dale McQualter Stephanie M.

The recent announcement that the Victorian Building Authority would be replaced by a new, ‘one stop shop’ regulator for the building industry caught the eye of most property and construction industry participants. Construction Partner, Simone Holding, explores the topic further in our latest edition of The Lot: https://loom.ly/ylSvQVU #Maddocks #TheLot #Construction #Regulation #VBA #Property #Development #Developers #RealEstate

We have a Senior Associate role available for someone with strong local government experience to join our Public Law team, known for its collaborative and highly-engaged culture. Working with partners Breellen Warry and Michael Winram, the successful candidate will be involved with a diverse range of Planning & Environment matters, with a particular focus on local government clients. If this sounds like the career for you, make your move to #Maddocks: https://loom.ly/21N20kg #PlanningAndEnvironment #PublicLaw #SeniorAsscociate #LawFirm

We are proud to be recognised as the as #1 in Law and #8 Overall in the Australian Association of Graduate Employers (AAGE) 2025 Top Graduate Employer – Medium Programs list! 🎉 This ranking, which is voted for by graduates across the country, is a testament to the hard work and dedication the firm has put into making the Maddocks graduate program a huge, and ongoing, success. Read more here: https://loom.ly/5TpPeVY Rose Bundrock, Juliet David, Caroline Bachi CAHRI, Sam Jurd, Shannon Lyndon-Lugg, Claire Kirwan #Maddocks #AAGE #TopLawFirm #GraduateEmployer #Graduate

In her third speech at the ACCC’s annual Enforcement and Compliance Policy update hosted by the Centre for Economic Development for Australia (CEDA), ACCC Chair, Ms Gina Cass-Gottlieb announced that Australia’s new merger regime and competition in the supermarket and retail sectors, digital economy and essential services will be the ACCC’s key focus in 2025 and 2026. Read our report by Partner Shaun Temby and Special Counsel Christopher Marsh to find out what you need to know about the ACCC’s forthcoming enforcement priorities here: https://loom.ly/NvRJzfU #Maddocks #ACCC #Enforcement #Compliance #MergerRegime

Maddocks was proud to sponsor UDIA Victoria’s industry lunch yesterday. Adam Jaques, Partner in our Real Estate team, and Deputy Chair of the UDIA Geelong Committee, delivered our sponsor address. The combination of brilliant presentations and an engaging panel discussion (alongside Tuesday’s RBA announcement) contributed to plenty of positive energy amongst guests on the day, and a level of excitement for the year ahead. Thank you to UDIA, our co-sponsors RPM, and to the speakers and panellists for delivering this important and valuable event to kick-off 2025! Eliza Owen, CoreLogic Australia, Michael Staedler, Tim Hyland, RPM GRP, James Collins, City of Casey, Samantha O'Shaughnessy, Perri Projects