Clayton Utz

"Enterprise bargaining is now not doing what it was set up to do in 1992 - 1993. A better way to go is leave industrial agreements as they are and deal with employees per their individual contracts." - Frank Parry KC Our latest episode of Perspectives on Closing Loopholes with Clayton Utz has just landed🎙 In this episode, Clayton Utz partners, Shae McCartney and Matt Kelleher are joined by barrister Frank Parry KC, a pre-eminent silk in industrial relations and employment law. Watch or listen to the latest episode, and catch up on the rest of the series via the link below 👇 https://lnkd.in/dBgu52XF

We had the pleasure of welcoming attendees from various universities to our annual diversity lecture in Melbourne. Focusing on Indigenous Cultural Intellectual Property (ICIP), we explored how the legal system currently handles the unique challenges of ICIP and what the future might hold for this evolving field. Here are some of our key takeaways from the lecture. A big thank you to everyone who attended and our speakers for sharing their insights. Sam Fiddian (Clayton Utz), Christa Queern (Clayton Utz), and Patricia Adjei CF (Office for the Arts)

We have acted for leading marine solutions provider Bhagwan Marine Limited (ASX: BWN) on its initial public offering and listing on the Australian Securities Exchange. The IPO is the biggest float in WA since 2021. Commenting on the transaction, Mark Paganin and Stephen Neale say: This is a significant milestone in the evolution of the successful Bhagwan Marine business, which is testament to the Kannikoski family and all employees. We are proud to have the opportunity to be a part of it. Read more here: https://ow.ly/4Mmc50SMQEM

Our Partner Jennifer Ball GAICD spoke with The Australian Financial Review yesterday warning that insolvencies will continue to rise, with the construction industry dominating recent insolvency numbers.   Read more: https://lnkd.in/gtfuBTs9   Get in touch: https://lnkd.in/g8rJZ3ya  #claytonutz #AFR #insolvency

Insolvency practitioners and other independent parties in control of large cryptocurrency assets would want to seek the Court's approval when making potentially risky financial and commercial decisions in an attempt to exclude liability. The Court however might not play ball. Read more here: https://ow.ly/FHzo50SJMGE By: Matthew Spain, Kate Buckley, and Emily Hajicosta

Clauses limiting the time by which a party may bring a claim are a common way to manage risk. But are they unfair? Read more here: https://ow.ly/YPkr50SJMC1 By: Peter Sise

The ACCC has recently published much anticipated consultation draft guidelines to help businesses navigate competition law risks when collaborating over environmental and sustainability initiatives. The ACCC sets out a number of practical tips for making sure the authorisation process is as smooth and efficient as possible. Read more here : https://ow.ly/7X6450SJFhg By: Mihkel Wilding, Sophia Haq and Charbel Hatem

The Albanese Government has today released draft legislation to effect its ambitious proposals to introduce a mandatory merger control regime. Read more to see the key features of the legislation and the proposed merger clearance process. https://ow.ly/u8UP50SISaX

Interested in applying for our clerkship program? From keeping your CV brief to practicing common interview questions, hear from one of our former clerks on what you can do to best prepare for your application and make a lasting impression. https://ow.ly/YCYO50SIPl3

On 17 July 2024, the NSW Government released its NSW Plan for Nature, in response to Ken Henry AC's statutory reviews of the Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016 (BC Act) and the native vegetation provisions of the Local Land Services Act 2013 (LLS Act). The Plan relates to three key election commitments: to reform the biodiversity offsets scheme, to stop excess land clearing and to strengthen environmental protections. Read more and see our key takeaways here: https://ow.ly/oY8H50SIOPk By: Claire Smith, Caitlin McConnel, Jennifer Williams