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A World of Wonder Spring Brunch – Supporting Children's Health
The A World of Wonder Spring Brunch was an inspiring event dedicated to raising much-needed funds for children’s health. Held in support of the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Foundation (SCHF) and...
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Financial Services & Compliance
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California Leads in AI Regulation as Australia Faces Growing AI Challenges
California passes legislation aimed at AI regulation. The bill, to enact the Safe and Secure Innovation for Frontier Artificial Intelligence Systems Act, was passed on 30 August 2024. Subject to...
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Leadership
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Madison Marcus Recognised as 2024 'Employer of Choice' by Australasian Lawyer
Madison Marcus is proud to announce that Australasian Lawyer has recognised us as a 2024 ‘Employer of Choice’. This prestigious accolade highlights our commitment to creating a supportive and empowering...
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Financial Services & Compliance
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The Importance of Cyber Resilience: APRA's Latest Reminder to the Financial Industry
In an increasingly digital world, cyber resilience has become a cornerstone of operational security for financial institutions. Recognising the critical need to bolster defences against evolving cyber threats, the Australian...
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Areas of Law
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Expanding Our Expertise: Introducing Madison Marcus’s Insurance Division
Madison Marcus is excited to announce the launch of our new Insurance Division. This strategic expansion is part of our ongoing commitment to delivering top-tier legal services in insurance law...
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NSW
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Public Interest v Market Forces: Supporting Housing Diversity and Affordability
The City of Sydney Council is often at the forefront of town planning policies designed to control housing diversity and affordability.  The City’s latest initiative is designed to curtail an...
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Leadership
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Supporting Mental Health: Join the People First Community Lottery
At Madison Marcus, we are committed to supporting the well-being of our community. We are proud to announce our support for Theresa Armstrong and the Mind Connections Foundation through the...
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Madison Marcus: Core Values and Success
Can you find all 10 Hidden Words in our latest Word Puzzle? Discover the Pillars of Excellence and Integrity   What is the firm’s belief in the reliability, truth, ability,...
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Family Law
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Inheritance in Family Law Property Settlements
Former spouses dealing with the division of the property pool in family law property settlement matters are ordinarily, and understandably, going through a difficult and acrimonious period of their lives....
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Planning, Environment & Government
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Navigating Urban Heat Island Mitigation: Key Land and Environment Court Decisions in Penrith
This article examines two decisions of the Land and Environment Court, one very recent and the other relatively recent, where the Court considered planning controls designed to mitigate the “urban...
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Employment Law
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Prepare for Impact: Key Migration Changes Effective July 1, 2024
The Australian Government’s Migration Strategy, introduced in December 2023, has set forth a vision for reshaping Australia’s migration system. This strategy aims to address various challenges and opportunities within the...
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Unleash Your Inner Lawyer: Take the Ultimate Legal Word Search Challenge
Can you find all 10 Hidden Words in our latest Word Puzzle? Put your legal knowledge to the test with these clues: What is a professional who practices law? What...
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Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution
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Could Netflix Be in Trouble?
Have you heard about the explosive case involving Fiona Harvey, Martha, and Netflix’s ‘Baby Reindeer’? If not, it’s time to dive in. Netflix is facing a staggering A$255 million (US$170...
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Announcements
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Bechara Shamieh: A Leading Dealmaker in the Legal Industry
Discover why Bechara Shamieh is recognized as a leading dealmaker in the legal industry. Learn about his exceptional skills, recent accolades, and commitment to delivering outstanding results for clients.
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Transformative Strategies for Mental Health and Engagement: Insights from Parramatta's 2024 Health and Wellbeing Seminar
Yesterday, industry professionals gathered at the Business Event Centre at 4 Parramatta Square for an impactful Health and Wellbeing seminar. The event featured insights from notable figures like Jelena Dokic...
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Financial Services & Compliance
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Ethical Leadership and Corporate Governance: The New Frontier for Business Directors
The call for robust corporate governance and ethical leadership has never been louder in today’s rapidly evolving business environment. ASIC Chair Joe Longo’s recent remarks at the Australian Institute of...
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Strata
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Tribunal's Call: Strata Development Decrees
A Closer Look at the Tribunal’s Power to Order an Owners Corporation to Consent to a Development Application  It is common for owners living in strata schemes to want to...
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Planning, Environment & Government
Heritage Article 19 APR 2024 Blog
Navigating Heritage: The Challenge of Development Consent for Demolishing Contributory Items in Conservation Areas
A recent decision of the Land and Environment Court demonstrates the difficulty in obtaining development consent to demolish a contributory item within a Heritage Conservation Area. In the case of...
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Announcements
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Madison Marcus Law Firm Announces New Melbourne Office Location
We were excited to announce that the Madison Marcus Law Firm relocated its Melbourne office to a new address at Level 7, 91 William Street. This move is part of...
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Property
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Revelop Expands Portfolio with Strategic Acquisition of Pemulwuy Marketplace
Madison Marcus is proud to have advised Revelop on the strategic acquisition of Pemulwuy Marketplace. Situated 26 kilometres from the Sydney CBD, this key asset is anchored by a robust...
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Leadership
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Madison Marcus Leads the Way in Social Impact through Partnership with i=Change
In an era where corporate responsibility is more than a buzzword, Madison Marcus is setting benchmarks that others aspire to reach. Today, we had the profound honour of participating in...
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Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution
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How the Lehrmann v Network Ten Decision Unveils the Dual Challenges of Legal Truth and Public Perception
The defence of substantial truth in a defamation claim is an interesting one. As seen in the recent decision of Justice Lee in Lehrmann v Network Ten Pty Limited [2024]369,...
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Strategic Advisory & Special Projects
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Generative AI in the Legal Realm: The Case of Varghese and China Southern Airlines
AI: The New Investment Darling in Popular Culture Like cryptocurrency during the pandemic, a hot button issue at the moment is the growing presence of artificial intelligence (AI) in popular...
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Employment Law
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Stay Ahead of the Curve: Join Our Upcoming Webinar on Navigating New Industrial Legislation
In the ever-evolving landscape of employment law, staying informed and compliant with the latest legislative changes is not just an option—it’s a necessity for professionals and businesses alike. That’s why...
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Property
Pre-Lease Article 14 MAR 24 Blog
Securing Your Space: A Tenant's Roadmap to Pre-Lease Negotiations and Lease Safeguards
Unlocking Lease Agreements: Understanding Tenant Rights and Responsibilities What is a Lease? A lease is a legally binding contract under which a property owner (landlord) grants a tenant the right...
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Updates
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Navigating Economic Trends: Insights from Ross Greenwood's Expert Analysis
On Tuesday, 5th March 2024, an engaging event illuminated the minds of attendees with the profound economic insights of Ross Greenwood, the distinguished Business Editor of Sky News and the...
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Announcements
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Supreme Court refuses stay application despite concurrent court proceedings and ‘Project Intervene’ investigations of alleged defective building works
The recent introduction of Project Intervene, an initiative implemented by the NSW Building Commissioner with the overarching objective of resolving issues concerning serious defects in residential buildings without the extensive...
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The shift in how evidence of a conversations is recalled in NSW Court proceedings
When a witness is giving evidence in civil proceedings, this is usually done in the form of an affidavit. General longstanding practice in NSW when preparing an affidavit is that...
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Areas of Law
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Navigating the Changing Landscape: Project Intervene
In the world of construction and development in New South Wales, a name that often sparks curiosity, concern, or even fear is David Chandler, the Building Commissioner. But is there...
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Strata
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CAN A SCHEME CURRENTLY UNDER COMPULSORY APPOINTMENT BE CONSIDERED DYSFUNCTIONAL?
Most are well aware that the Tribunal has the power pursuant to section 237 of the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015 to appoint a strata managing agent to exercise the functions of...
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Planning, Environment & Government
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Case Law Update – Physical Commencement of a Development Consent 
A recent decision of the Land and Environment Court in Fabemu (No 2) Pty Ltd v Kiama Municipal Council [2023] NSWLEC 79 is an example of the pitfalls in attempting...
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Strata
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COST RECOVERY BY-LAWS –
ARE THEY ENFORCEABLE?
Article by James Moir We are often asked to prepare “cost recovery” by-laws to recover costs that an owners corporation incurs as a result of by-law breaches. The costs sought...
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Updates
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Pawsitive Steps Event Day
Join us on March 5th, 2023, at Rouse Hill for the Pawsitive Steps event day! Mind Connections allows you to connect with others, learn about the benefits of animal interaction,...
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Employment Law
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Impending Gig Economy Reform & Deliveroo's Quick Hop
Deliveroo’s withdrawal from Australia last Wednesday, 16 November 2022, made public news when the fast-food delivery enterprise was placed into voluntary administration, effective immediately. The decision, which had been in...
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Financial Services & Compliance
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ASIC TARGETING STATEMENTS AND REPRESENTATIONS ABOUT “GREENWASHING” ?
CASE BACKGROUND 4. ASIC’s concerns were that Tlou did not have a reasonable basis to make the statements or that the statements were not factually correct. GREENWASHING EXPLAINED As ASIC...
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14 OCT 2022 blog
Australian Financial Review - Most Innovative Companies Awards Night
Last Thursday the Madison Marcus Team joined Ikon Services at the Fullerton Hotel, Sydney for the 2022 Australian Financial Review ‘Most Innovative Companies Awards Night’. The evening revealed the top...
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Financial Services & Compliance
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The Optus Data Breach
Article was written by Vicky Grillakis On 22 September 2022, telecommunications giant, Optus, notified the Australian Cyber Security Centre, the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) and other relevant...
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EMPLOYMENT LAW: WORKER'S ENTITLEMENT IN THE GIG ECONOMY
Article written by Michael Short News reports have recently reported that the families of two Uber Eats riders who died during their employment with Uber Eats have filed applications for...
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CASE WIN
Anthony Malouf’s client was awarded a payout after falling between a moving train and the platform when her bag was caught in the door. Ms Chol was awarded more than...
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THE 'PERVASIVENESS' OF ESG ACROSS LEGAL PRACTICE
REFLECTIONS ON THE ELEVATED IMPORTANCE OF ESG IN LAW In this special episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, produced in partnership with Madison Marcus, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Madison...
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ALCC ANNUAL BUSINESS LUNCHEON 
WITH GUEST SPEAKER THE HON. CHRIS MINNS MP  Tuesday, 16th August 2022, The Australian Lebanese Chamber of Commerce hosted its Annual Business Luncheon with the Hon. Chris Minns MP. Chris...
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Lawyer's Weekly Australian Law Awards Highlights
The Australian Law Awards took place last Friday, 12th August 2022 at Royal Randwick Race Course. See the below highlights from an exceptional night to acknowledge some of the best...
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BENOIR BAYSSARI WINS COMMERCIAL PARTNER OF THE YEAR
The Partner of the Year Awards has wrapped up for 2022, serving as a platform and awards program that identifies the legal partners, or partners equivalent, across individual practice areas...
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Announcements
Client Alert Article 24 JUN 22
ALERT ON CHANGES TO NSW PROPERTY TAXES
NSW STATE BUDGET FOR 2022-2023 Article written by David Low / CHANGES TO CERTAIN NSW STATE PROPERTY TAXES IN 2022 BUDGET: DO THEY AFFECT YOU? For certain first home buyers:...
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Construction & Infrastructure
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CONSTRUCTION & INFRASTRUCTURE CASE REVIEW
NSWSC 624 GOODWIN STREET DEVELOPMENTS PTY LTD ATF JESMOND UNIT TRUST V DSD BUILDERS PTY LTD (IN LIQ) Article written by Jina Kim Court awards damages against Builder’s Director in...
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BREAKING: CLIENT XE SPORTS GROUP BACKED BY FORMER SOCCEROOS TIM CAHILL JOINS S3 OF EXTREME E 2023
Madison Marcus Client XE Sports Group, backed by former professional footballer and global icon Tim Cahill, announced last night they will enter Season 3 of Extreme E, the sport for purpose...
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Honouring Those Who Make a Difference: The Australian Law Awards 2022
The Australian Law Awards is an event that celebrates the best and brightest lawyers in the country and recognises them for their hard work and contribution to the legal field....
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PRICE TAGS & NEW AMBASSADOR OF AUSTRALIA’S BYD EV’S
What do a lawyer, retired Soccer star and seasoned CEO have in common? It started with a dream, vision, and a fresh approach to an old problem— unaffordable EV (Electronic...
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FINANCIAL SERVICES DIVISION REGULATORY UPDATE
JANUARY 2022  PART 1 – REGULATORY REFORM  ASIC 1. CRYPTO ASSETS  ASIC released Information paper 225 in August 2021 that details ASIC’s intention to update authorisation for Responsible Entities of...
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Announcements
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DAVID LOW APPOINTED GENERAL COUNSEL
We are pleased to announce that David Low has been appointed as a Director at Madison Marcus. David has more than 25 years’ experience advising corporate, institutional and other clients in...
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