Quarterly update
Work highlight examples
Regulatory
Acting in the core critical incident management team of a company to manage a critical global security incident, which included navigating information requests from regulators and conducting privacy impact assessments under the Australian Privacy Act, GDPR and overseas Data Protection Acts.
Tech efficiencies
Developing an automated process with a client to generate franchising agreements and other documents required under the Franchising Code of Conduct more efficiently. This process not only improves efficiency but also ensures compliance with the code’s requirements. The client can also access signed documents and maintain a complete record of individual franchisees' details.
Employment
Advising a senior partner on their exit from a long-term partnership in a professional services firm. It included navigating post-employment restraints, client and staff relationships and confidentiality.
Consumer
Advising an Australian automotive brand on its response to the ACCC in relation to concerns about the Motor Vehicle Information Scheme (MVIS).
Contracts
Negotiating an agreement for a food contract manufacturer for the licensing and supply of prebiotic and probiotic additives for plant products in the APAC region.
Disputes
Successfully settling a protracted five-party Supreme Court proceeding arising from a property development joint venture dispute.
IT
Advising a large aged-care provider on a master services agreement and related contract documents relating to a large IT transformation project. The project itself will run for nearly two years, and now the contract documents are in place, we will help our client navigate the issues and risks during this period.
M&A
Advising the Australian subsidiary of a multinational memorialisation and industrial technologies company in relation to the acquisition of a long-established Melbourne-based memorialisation company.
Pro bono
Acting for several not-for-profits in the community services sector and helping them secure Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) endorsement. From updating constituent documents to navigating complex DGR categories, we’ve enjoyed ensuring these organisations can offer tax deductions to donors and sustain their vital work in the community.
Out and about
Kaye Ho and Raph Goldenberg took to the stage at the NORA (National Online Retailers Association) Marketing Leaders Lunch to show how marketing and legal can work together to create bold, compliant campaigns that hit the mark. For their top tips on collaborating with legal teams for marketing success, check out the full summary on our website here.
Katherine Thomas and Kaye Ho joined a panel for the Law Institute of Victoria’s LegalTech in Practice series. They shared insights from CIE Legal’s document management system rollout—what went well and key takeaways for future change management projects. If you missed out, LIV members can watch it via the LIV website.
Coming up
- Watch out for series 2 of our podcast – Legally Consumed – where we discuss all things consumer-related with guests from a wide range of industries from automotive to household consumables. We’re filling the final slots for the current series, so if you’re interested in being a guest, we’d love to hear from you – please email Carmen.
- Our next Women’s Networking Lunch will be in February at a city centre venue. Due to the fabulous responses to our previous lunches, places will be limited. Invitations will be sent in the New Year; but if you’d like to secure your spot early, please email Carmen.
People news
Tiffany Lucas
A warm welcome to Tiffany Lucas, our new Special Counsel. With over a decade of experience in corporate and commercial law across Australia and the US, Tiffany brings expertise in M&A, governance, and more. Check out her full profile on our website!
Welcome back to Ines Balint, who returned from parental leave on 1 October and has been promoted to Special Counsel! Ines’s expertise in HR law and her dedication to the team make her promotion well deserved.