Kieran Hickie: ‘Using Arbitration to Resolve Commercial Building Disputes’
Young's List barrister Kieran Hickie presented at a Legalwise seminar for Building and Construction Law.
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Grant Lubofsky authored article on Setting Aside Expert Determinations
Young's List barrister Grant Lubofsky has been published in the Australian Law Journal
An interview with Dr Michelle Sharpe
Young's List barrister Dr Michelle Sharpe has spoken with Law CPD
Dr Michelle Sharpe authors book on Unconscionable Conduct
Dr Michelle Sharpe has authored a book entitled "Unconscionable Conduct in Australian Consumer and Commercial Contracts"
Scott Morris presents to a full house at Pitcher Partners Legal Master Class
Young's List barrister Scott Morris presented to a full house at a Pitcher Partners Legal Master Class.
Barrister Justin Castelan successful for plaintiffs in defamation trial
Barrister Justin Castelan successful for plaintiffs in defamation trial
Dr Michelle Sharpe appears on Gatehouse Insights
Young's List barrister Dr Michelle Sharpe was recently interviewed for Gatehouse Insights
Sarah Porritt and Haroon Hassan are nationally accredited mediators
Young's List barristers Sarah and Porritt and Haroon Hassan have become NMAS Mediator accredited.
Matthew Harvey: Fraud and Impecuniosity before the High Court
Young's List barrister Matthew Harvey discusses the two unusual commercial judgements made this year in the High Court
Young's List sponsors the Runner Up Best Memo award at IMLAM 2018
Young's List sponsored the Runner Up Best Memo award at the International Maritime Law Arbitration Moot Competition 2018
Grant Lubofsky: Be Clear or Face the Music
Young's List barrister Grant Lubofsky has published an article in the July 2018 issue of the Law Institute Journal.
Our Leading Insolvency & Restructuring Junior Counsel – Victoria, 2018
Young's List barristers Matthew Harvey and Catherine Gobbo ranked in Doyle's Guide Leading Insolvency and Restructuring Junior Counsel - Victoria, 2018
Our Leading Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution Barrister Rankings - Victoria, 2018
Young's List barristers Catherine Gobbo and Christian Juebner have been listed as Leading Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution Barrister Rankings - Victoria, 2018
Georgia Douglas discusses Rebel Wilson v Gossip Magazines and Trkulja v Google
Young's List barrister Georgia Douglas discusses what the decisions in these two cases mean and how they are likely to influence defamation law in Australia.
Grant Lubofsky on "Proportionate Liability"
Young's List barrister Grant Lubofsky published an article on proportionate liability in Building and Construction Law Journal
Young's List barrister Amy Hando presents at Tech Fest in Sydney
Amy Hando spoke at the 3rd annual Legal Innovation and Tech Fest in Sydney.
Young's List Welcomes Andrew Tragardh and Christopher McDermott
Young's List is delighted to welcome Andrew Tragardh and Christopher McDermott
Young's List Welcomes Matthew Tennant, Amy Hando, Paul Reynolds and Nicholas Modrzewski
Young’s List congratulates Matthew Tennant, Amy Hando, Paul Reynolds and Nick Modrzewski on signing the Bar Roll, and wish them every success in their careers at the Victorian Bar.
Our Leading Intellectual Property Barristers, Victoria in Doyle's Guide 2018
Two Young's List barristers have been named in Doyle's Guide Leading Intellectual Property Barristers, Victoria 2018
Campbell Thompson named in Doyle's Guide Leading Technology, Media & Telecommunications Barristers 2
Young's List barrister Campbell Thompson has been named as Recommended in Doyle's Guide for Leading Technology, Media and Telecommunications Barristers, Victoria 2018.
Young's List Welcomes Michael Roberts QC
To brief Michael, please contact Tammy Young on +61 3 9225 6777, or after hours on +61 (0)414 523 515.
Sarah Porritt named in Leading Planning and Environment Barristers Victoria in Doyle's Guide 2018
Young's List barrister Sarah Porritt has been named as recommended in Doyle's Guide for Leading Planning and Environment Barristers, Victoria 2018.
Young's List Welcomes Luke Stanistreet
To brief Luke, please contact Tammy Young on +61 3 9225 6777, or after hours on +61 (0)414 523 515.
Best Lawyers 2019
Young's List congratulates our members whom Best Lawyers has recognised as leaders of the Australian Bar in their 2019 edition.
Young's List Welcomes Lisa Lo Piccolo
To brief Lisa, please contact Tammy Young on +61 3 9225 6777, or after hours on +61 (0)414 523 515.
Our Leading Construction & Infrastructure Junior Counsel – Victoria, 2018
Two Young's List barristers have been named in Doyle's Guide Leading Construction & Infrastructure Junior Counsel 2018
Jeremy Twigg QC named in Doyle's Guide Leading Construction and Infrastructure Senior Counsel 2018
Young's List barrister Jeremy Twigg QC named in Doyle's Guide Leading Construction and Infrastructure Senior Counsel - Victoria, 2018
Natalie Campbell's podcast, Compos Mentis, recommended as one of the best podcasts for lawyers
Young's List barrister Natalie Campbell's podcast, Compos Mentis, has been recommended as one of the best podcasts for lawyers.
Nico Burmeister named in Leading Employment and WHS Junior Counsel-Victoria, Doyle's Guide 2018
Young's List barrister Nico Burmeister has been named as Recommended in Doyle's Guide for Leading Employment and Workplace Health & Safety Barristers - Victoria 2018.
Andrew Kirby discusses the Banking Royal Commission
Young's List barrister Andrew Kirby has published an article on "The Banking Royal Commission: has it been asked the right questions and will it come up with the right answers?"
Matthew Harvey discusses the first public hearing in the Banking Royal Commission
Young's List barrister Matthew Harvey has published an article discussing the first public hearing in the Banking Royal Commission, which took place in Melbourne on Monday 12 February 2018.
Our Leading Transport Barristers - Australia in Doyle's Guide 2018
Four Young's List barristers have been named in Doyle's Guide Leading Transport Barristers - Australia 2018 as preeminent or recommended.
Young's List barrister Shaun Clement discusses security for costs
Young's List barrister Shaun Clement discusses a recent Supreme Court decision which confirms that plaintiffs are not limited to providing security for costs in conventional forms.
Catherine Symons to speak at the Law Council of Australia Immigration Law Conference
Young's List barrister Catherine Symons is set to speak at the Law Council of Australia Immigration Law Conference on the topic of student and skilled visa case law.
Georgia Douglas launches 'Without Prejudice'
An Australian Barrister's insights into legal issues and current trends.
Evelyn Tadros discusses the Melbourne Festival production of Please, Continue (Hamlet)
Young's List barrister Evelyn Tadros took part in a production of Please, Continue (Hamlet) as part of the Melbourne Festival.
Matthew Harvey - 8 Tips on Producing Documents to the Royal Commission
Young's List barrister Matthew Harvey has written an article providing 8 tips on producing documents to the Royal Commission.
Haroon Hassan on "Right Brain vs Left Brain (aka the Master and the Emissary)"
Young's List barrister Haroon Hassan has published an article in the recent edition of the Victorian Bar News.
Matthew Harvey: "The Big Problem Facing the Banking Royal Commission"
Young's List barrister Matthew Harvey discusses the problem a time constraint may hold for the Royal Commissioner.
Jeremy Twigg QC and Scott Morris: Successful recovery by Trustee in bankruptcy claim
Young's List barristers Jeremy Twigg QC and Scott Morris successfully brought a claim on behalf of Dennis Turner (as Trustee of the bankrupt estate of Mr Wallace) against Mr Wallace's spouse seeking the recovery of proceeds of sale of a property transferred by Mr Wallace to Mrs Wallace.
Young's List Chambers and Partners Ranking 2017
Young's List is delighted to congratulate Garry Bigmore QC, Charles Scerri QC, Angus Stewart SC, Robert Heath SC, Matthew Harvey and Daniel Aghion who have been acknowledged as leaders in their field and recognised as notable practitioners in the Chambers Asia-Pacific Guide 2017.
Kieran Hickie and Samantha Cipriano discuss s 1305 Corps Act
Evidence of matters in company books and records under s 1305 Corps Act – displacing the presumption
Young's List barrister Matthew Harvey on the Banking Royal Commission
The Banking Royal Commission: 6 facts you need to know
Robert Heath SC and Grant Lubofsky talk about ethics
They spoke about the appropriate means of communicating with the Court and opponents.
Young's List congratulates newly appointed silk Robert Heath SC
We are delighted to congratulate Robert Heath SC on his appointment as Senior Counsel by the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Victoria on 23 November 2017.
Young's List End of Year Celebration 2017
The barristers and staff of Young's List attended our End of Year Celebration at the Danish Club
Jon Davis QC presented on drafting and enforcing restraint of trade clauses
Jon Davis QC and Emma Murphy presented the seminar Drafting and Enforcing restraint of trade clauses — Some recent developments at Hall&Wilcox on 15 November 2017.
Tammy Young receives scholarship to Women & Leadership Australia
Founder and company director of Young's List, Tammy Young, has received a scholarship to the national program "Women & Leadership Australia".
Alex Golding named in Doyle's Guide Leading Insurance Barristers 2017
Young's List barrister Alex Golding has been named in Doyle's Guide Leading Insurance Barristers - Victoria 2017
Better together? The possible pitfalls of jointly retaining experts
Young's List barrister Will Thomas discusses "When might an expert report prepared by jointly retained experts fall foul of the opinion rule?"
Young's List welcomes barristers Jane Gregory and Grant Lubofsky
Young's List congratulates Jane Gregory and Grant Lubofsky on signing the Bar Roll
Young's List are proud sponsors of the 44th MLAANZ Conference
Young's List were among a host of Victorian, interstate and international attendees at the 44th annual Maritime Law Association of Australia and New Zealand Conference
Sally Whiteman on "When Harm is a Trivial Matter"
Young's List's Sally Whiteman discusses how the defence of triviality can succeed in defamation cases
Natalie Campbell on "The Case for Authenticity"
Young's List's Natalie Campbell co-authored an article for the Law Institute Journal on "The Case for Authenticity"
Garry Bigmore QC presents to the AILA
Young's List's Garry Bigmore QC presented to the AILA on Insolvent Trustees of Trading Trusts
Dr Michelle Sharpe spoke at the St. Patrick’s Law Students’ Society’s Law Breakfast
Young's List's Dr Michelle Sharpe was a guest speaker at the St. Patrick’s Law Students’ Society’s Inaugural Law Breakfast for 2017.
Dr Michelle Sharpe co-judges Grand Final of the Intervarsity moot on Animal Law
Young's List's Dr Michelle Sharpe was one of three judges in the Grand Final of the Australia New Zealand Intervarsity moot on Animal Law organised by the Animal Law Institute.
Will Thomas - Privilege and responsibility
Will Thomas discusses that privilege in documents is not ordinarily waived by inadvertent disclosure.
Andrew Kirby on Calderbank offers and the cauldron of litigation
Young's List's Andrew Kirby discusses Calderbank offers and summarises how and when it is best to use them
Dr Michelle Sharpe presents on Self-Represented Litigants
Young's List's Dr Michelle Sharpe was invited to participate in a segment on Benchmark TV on self-represented litigants having previously published an article on the subject.
Charles Shaw: The extent of Counsel’s obligations pursuant to the rule in Browne v Dunn
Young's List's Charles Shaw gave a recent CPD seminar on “Do I have to put it? The extent of Counsel’s obligations pursuant to the rule in Browne v Dunn”
Daniel Aghion and Georgia Douglas acting as Counsel for Glenvill Property Developers
Young's List's Daniel Aghion is acting Senior Counsel with Georgia Douglas as Junior Counsel for Glenvill Property Developers. He has been quoted in The Age in reference to the ongoing battle against Amcor over the clean-up of asbestos found in the Alphington housing development site.
Our Leading Insolvency & Reconstruction Barristers in Doyles Guide 2017
Six Young's List barristers have been named in Doyle's Guide Leading Victorian Insolvency and Reconstruction Barristers 2017 as leading or recommended.
Young’s Lists’ Catherine Symons Advocates Climate for Change
Young’s Lists’ Catherine Symons is the current Secretary for the not-for-profit organisation Climate for Change.
Ian Horak named in Leading Intellectual Property Junior Counsel Australia Doyle's Guide 2017
Young's List's Ian Horak named in Leading Intellectual Property Junior Counsel Australia Doyle's Guide 2017 as recommended
Will Thomas - All that glitters is not gold
Will Thomas discusses - A recent decision of the Supreme Court of Victoria shows that the court will refuse to enforce an agreement tainted by illegal conduct, even where the parties have not raised the issue of illegality.
Young's List's Evelyn Tadros appearing in 'A Conversation' by David Williamson
Evelyn Tadros appears in a Bottled Snail Productions presents 'A Conversation' by David Williamson playing the Conference Convenor, Jackie Manning, along with fellow barristers, Mark Robins QC, Kylie Weston-Scheuber and Liz King.
Nico Burmeister named in Leading Intellectual Property Barristers Doyle's Guide 2017
Young's List's Nico Burmeister named in Leading Intellectual Property Barristers in Doyle's Guide 2017 as recommended.
Sarah Porritt delivered Solomon Island Advocacy Program
Young's List's Sarah Porritt along with a group of Judges and other Victorian Bar members were in the Solomon Islands the week of 22 May delivering an intensive advocacy skills workshop to the local DPP and Public Solicitors Office.
Natalie Campbell involved in launch of Compos Mentis
Young's List's Natalie Campbell is one of the founders of Compos Mentis, a new podcast about how to stay happy, healthy and productive while working in the law, made by lawyers for lawyers.
Christian Juebner advises on Proceeds of Crime Laws
Young's List's Christian Juebner, an expert in proceeds of crime, spoke with Fairfax Media regarding the risk that Schapelle Corby could breach proceeds-of-crime laws should she profit from the media frenzy surrounding her return home.
Planning and Environment Barristers in Doyle's Guide 2017
Sarah Porritt of Young's List barristers named in Planning and Environment Barristers in Doyle's Guide 2017 as recommended.
Unhappy Families and Judgment Debts
The High Court has held, in effect, that a judgment creditor cannot use the Foreign Judgments Act to enforce an Australian judgment overseas against a bankrupt estate.
Young’s List welcomes barristers Tom Barry, Elizabeth Bateman, Natalie Campbell and Jim Hartley
Young’s List congratulates Tom Barry, Elizabeth Bateman, Natalie Campbell and Jim Hartley on signing the Bar Roll, and wish them every success in their careers at the Victorian Bar.
Congratulations to David Goodwin and the RMIT team on winning the International Graduate Competition
A team of RMIT students, coached by David Goodwin, has achieved first place at the prestigious International Graduate Competition (IGC) hosted by the Canadian business school HEC Montreal.
That sinking feeling: a claim for general average contribution from non-owners
Will Thomas examines the recent Federal Court decision of Offshore Marine Services Alliance Pty Ltd v Leighton Contractors Pty Ltd [2017] FCA 333.
Our Leading Construction & Infrastructure Barristers in Doyle's Guide 2017
Three Young's List barristers have been named in Doyle's Guide Leading Construction and Infastructure Barristers 2017 as leading or recommended.
Best Lawyers 2018
Young's List congratulates our members whom Best Lawyers has recognised as leaders of the Australian Bar in their 2018 edition.
What makes ‘commercial sense’?
Will Thomas examines the recent High Court decision of Ecosse Property Holdings Pty Ltd v Gee Dee Nominees Pty Ltd [2017] HCA 12.
Justin Castelan on 'Offers of Compromise in a Commercial Case'
Be Careful What You Offer – It just might be accepted.
Dr Anton Trichardt on Arrest as Security and Security Arrest
In November 2016 Dr Anton Trichardt presented a paper at the International Colloquium on the Arrest Conventions 1952 and 1999. Later in 2017 papers presented at the Colloquium will be published in book form, each paper forming a chapter.
Our Leading Employment & WHS Barristers in Doyles Guide 2017
Two Young's List barristers have been named in Doyle's Guide Leading Employment and WHS Barristers 2017 as recommended.
Technology Assisted Review: What you need to know in 2017
Craig Macaulay (KordaMentha) together with Fiona Cameron (Young's List) examine the new Supreme Court Practice Note on Technology in Civil Litigation.
Matthew Harvey: High Court on Commercial Law 2016 - Part Three
Part Three is an eclectic group of decisions, demonstrating the High Court’s effect across the breadth of commercial law in Australia. If you want to read the decision in full, click the citation. Part Four will be published on 15 February 2016.
Our Leading Transport Barristers in Doyles Guide 2017
Three Young's List barristers have been named in Doyle's Guide Leading Transport Barristers 2017 as preeminent or leading.
Young's List ranked Band 1 for Chambers Asia-Pacific Legal Rankings 2017
Young’s List is delighted to announce that the List has been placed in the top band (band 1) in the 2017 Chambers and Partners Asia-Pacific Legal Rankings.
Matthew Harvey: The High Court on Commercial Law 2016 (Part Two)
Part Two in Matthew Harvey's summary of the High Court's decisions on Commercial Law in 2016. Since Matthew wrote Part One in this series, the High Court delivered four more commercial judgments in 2016. In order to strike a balance between brevity and substance, Matthew has decised to make this a four part series. If you want to read the full case, click the citation. Part Three will be published on 1 February 2017. It will contain Prince Alfred College v ADC (vicarious liability), Ainsworth v Albrecht (adjudication of dispute within body corporate), Blank v Commissioner of Taxation (assessable income), and Timbercorp Finance Pty Ltd (in liq) v Collins (Anshun estoppel).
Young's List Chambers and Partners Ranking 2017
Young's List is delighted to congratulate Garry Bigmore QC, Charles Scerri QC, Helen Symon QC, Angus Stewart SC, Matthew Harvey, Daniel Aghion and Rob Heath who have been acknowledged as leaders in their field and recognised as notable practitioners in the Chambers Asia-Pacific Guide 2017.
Matthew Harvey: The High Court on Commercial Law 2016 (Part One)
This year the High Court has delivered about 15 judgments in commercial cases. To keep you up-to-date, Matthew Harvey has prepared a series of three newsletters setting out brief summaries of each case. If you want to read the full case, click the citation. The next instalments will be sent mid-January and mid-February 2017.
Equity Update: David Forbes considers NSW Court of Appeal decision
In his article ‘Cat’s In The Cradle But No Silver Spoon‘, David Forbes examines a 2016 decision by the New South Wales Court of Appeal in Behman v Behman [2016] NSWCA 295.
Andrew Kirby: Barristers and clear writing – why it is important
Barristers need to write well, especially commercial barristers who are not appearing before a jury. As a commercial barrister the ability to win a case often hinges on the ability to persuade the judge in writing of the client’s case. Most barristers can write well. The problem is that they often don’t write well – but think that they do.
Dr Anton Trichardt presents at International Colloquium on “Arrest as Security and Security Arrests”
Dr Anton Trichardt participated in an International Colloquium on Ship Arrests and the 1952 and 1999 Conventions, hosted by the Centre for maritime Law, National University of Singapore, on 28 and 29 November 2016.
Fiona Cameron co-authors article ‘Don’t bank on it’ in the December 2016 issue of the LIJ (Vic)
Fiona Cameron together with John Eldridge examine the lingering uncertainty surrounding the rule against penalties for commercial parties seeking to contract on contingent liabilities.
Congratulations Dr Anton Trichardt, winner of the CLQ Editors’ Encouragement Award 2015
Robert Boadle presents Legalwise Seminar - Contracts and International Parties: Don’t Miss the Boat
Robert Boadle presented a practical seminar for Legalwise Seminars on international contracting and staying one step ahead of the game
Suzanne Kupsch presents Legalwise Seminar - Dispute Resolution Clauses: Winning the War Premptively
Suzanne Kupsch presented an insightful seminar for Legalwise Seminars on the importance of an effective dispute resolution clause and the details of structuring such a clause.
Andrew Kirby warns: Lenders Beware – Guarantor Absolved of Liability
In the very recent decision of Webster Investments Pty Ltd v Anderson [2016] VSC 620, Justice Croft in the Victorian Supreme Court has held that a guarantor should be absolved from all liability in respect of two guarantees.
Matthew Harvey asks Can you Stay that Counterclaim?
The effect of the Civil Procedure Act 2010 (CPA) continues unabated. In Littore v Rabobank, a judge (relying on the CPA) took the unusual step of staying a counterclaim, pending the trial of the claim.
Young’s List welcomes barristers Mia Clarebrough, Shaun Clement and Nick Wallwork
Young’s List congratulates Mia Clarebrough, Shaun Clement and Nick Wallwork on signing the Bar Roll, and wish them every success in their careers at the Victorian Bar.
Ian Horak co-authors leading text Shanahan's Australian Law of Trade Marks and Passing Off
Young's List is proud to announce Ian Horak has co-authored a leading text published by Thomson Reuters.
Dr Michelle Sharpe - Good Faith Obligations in Commercial Contracts
On Wednesday 9th November 2016, Dr Michelle Sharpe, will be presenting as part of Monash University's Commercial CPD Seminar on Good Faith Obligations in Commercial Contracts.
Matthew Harvey - Enforcing Debts Against Foreign Registered Corporations in Australia
Matthew Harvey has appeared in a BenchTV programme discussing Enforcing Debts Against Foreign Registered Corporations in Australia together with Ian Benson.
Recovering Unfair Preferences Sooner
Claims for the recovery of unfair preference payments are the bread and butter of liquidations. The Commissioner of Taxation (Commissioner) is invariably the number one recipient of unfair preference payments and liquidators can, on occasion, become frustrated with the time that it takes for the Commissioner to disgorge such payments.
Robert Heath and Arbitration under the ACICA Rules 2016
Robert Heath sits as a panelist for "Arbitration under the ACICA Rules 2016" – A MOCK CASE
Andrew Kirby on Bank bashing and the bank fees case
After the recent win for banks in the High Court bank fees case, the banks’ chief executives ought to send the judges Christmas cards and offer them discounted home loans.
Andrew Kirby and the Banking Code of Practice
Was the Banking Code of Practice intended for a sophisticated and successful businessman worth approximately $23 million to avoid liability under guarantees he freely signed?
Insolvency and Reconstruction Barristers in Doyle's Guide 2016
Four Young's List barristers named in Insolvency and Reconstruction Barristers in Doyle's Guide 2016 as preeminent, leading and recommended.
Dr Anton Trichardt on the Enforcement of Foreign Judgments
Dr Anton Trichardt speaks at a Victorian Bar CLE event on the subject of Enforcement of Foreign Judgments and the Privy Council’s recent decision in Vizcaya Partners Ltd v Picard and Anor [2016] UKPC 5
Women in Insolvency and Restructuring trivia night
Congratulations to the Young's List team for winning the Women in Insolvency and Restructuring trivia night last night.
Jeremy Twigg QC, Scott Morris and section 121 of the Bankruptcy Act 1966
Jeremy Twigg QC and Scott Morris have successfully brought an action on behalf of a trustee in bankruptcy seeking to set aside a disposition of property by a husband to his wife in 2004.
William Thomas discusses market-based causation for shareholder claims
William Thomas discusses the implications or the recent decision of the Supreme Court of New South Wales to accept market-based causation in a shareholder action.
Kieren Naish and Andrew Downie named Leading Construction Barristers in Doyle’s Guide 2016
Kieren Naish and Andrew Downie named Leading Construction Barristers in Doyle’s Guide 2016
Georgia Douglas presents to members of the Litigation Department at Maddocks
On 28 April 2016, Georgia Douglas presented to members of the Litigation Department at Maddocks Melbourne regarding the recent case law surrounding sanctions and compensation orders under the Civil Procedure Act 2010.
Ian Horak presents to IPSANZ in Melbourne and IPTA in Brisbane
Ian Horak lead a discussion on “Advocacy before the Australian Trade Marks Office”
Young's List welcomes Sally Whiteman
To brief Sally please contact Tammy on +61 3 9225 6777 or after hours on +61 (0)414 523 515.
Breach by Anticipatory Repudiation by Dr Anton Trichardt
Dr Anton Trichardt has written an article published in the Commercial Law Quarterly entitled Breach by Anticipatory Repudiation.
Daniel Aghion and Dan Coombes give a presentation on ethics
Daniel Aghion and Dan Coombes give a presentation on ethics at the Commercial and Property Lawyers Conference run in Hobart by the Law Society of Tasmania.
Christine Melis Challenges Approaches to Gender Inequality
2015 GE Australia-PNG Emerging Leaders Dialogue alumnus, Christine Melis, argues that gender inequality is a societal issue and that for Australia to have a positive influence on this problem in PNG and the Pacific it needs to be confronted at home
Kieran Hickie co-authors leading text on Australian Commercial Arbitration
Young's List is proud to announce Kieran Hickie has co-authored a text published by LexisNexis.
Best Lawyers 2017
Young's List congratulates our members whom Best Lawyers has recognised as leaders of the Australian Bar in their 2017 edition.
Catherine Gobbo shares her expertise in client management
Catherine Gobbo shares her expertise, with those continuing their professional development, at a recorded presentation for Legalwise Seminars.
David Goodwin to lead RMIT's MBA programs
David Goodwin takes charge of the MBA side of the Graduate School of Business and Law, as he is appointed MBA Director of RMIT University
Daniel Aghion shares his expertise in risk management for lawyers
Daniel Aghion gives a presentation on the risk management skills required as a lawyer.
Dan Coombes and Jeremy Twigg QC examine cross examination
Dan Coombes delivers a paper dissecting cross examination, as part of a Legalwise litigation Masterclass, in Hobart.
Young's List Chambers and Partners Ranking 2016
Young's List is delighted to congratulate Garry Bigmore QC, Charles Scerri QC, Helen Symon QC, Jeremy Twigg SC, Matthew Harvey, Daniel Aghion, Rob Heath and Anton Trichardt, who have been recognised in the Chambers Asia-Pacific Guide 2016.
Congratulations to Matthew Harvey and Anton Trichardt - Leading Transport Barristers
Young's List congratulates Matthew Harvey, named leading barrister, and Anton Trichardt named recommended barrister, in Doyle's Guide 2016 in the area of Transport law.
An important day for investigative journalism in Victoria
On 9 December 2015 Justice John Dixon handed down his decision in Madafferi v The Age. This is the first decision in Victoria concerning the application of the “journalist’s privilege” under section 126K of the Evidence Act 2008.
Georgia Douglas presents at recent seminar
Georgia delivered a paper focusing on the current tortious law surrounding public authority liability and the government’s duty of care in Victoria.
Young’s List congratulates newly appointed silk Jonathan Davis SC
We are delighted to congratulate Jonathan Davis SC on his appointment as Senior Counsel by the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Victoria on 24 November 2015.
Doyle's Guide 2015
Congratulations to the Young's List barristers recommended in Doyle's Guide 2015
Young's List is delighted to welcome Kieran Hickie
To brief Kieran please contact Tammy Young on +61 3 9225 6777 or after hours on 0414 523 515.
Nico Burmeister, barrister, presents at a recent seminar
At the seminar, hosted by Legalwise, Nico shared his blend of employment law and IP expertise.
Catherine Gobbo, barrister, shares expertise on bankruptcy and family law
Catherine presented at a breakfast briefing hosted by the International Women’s Insolvency and Reconstruction Confederation (IWIRC).
Andrew Downie at Leo Cussen - Evidence in Practice for Litigators
On 17 August Andrew Downie, barrister, presented an all-day workshop on evidence in practice for litigators at Leo Cussen.
Georgia Douglas presented to Piper Alderman on applications in the FCA
On 19 August 2015, Georgia Douglas presented to Piper Alderman’s Melbourne, Adelaide and Sydney offices on applications brought in the Federal Court of Australia.
Helen Symon QC successful for the Commissioner in the High Court
AusNet Transmission Group Pty Ltd v Commissioner of Taxation [2015] HCA 25
Fiona Cameron authors Thomson Reuters Victorian Court service
Young’s List congratulates Fiona Cameron on becoming an author for the Thomson Reuters’ Victorian Courts service.
Annette Charak presents to the Victorian Bar on 'Tackling gramatical pitfalls'.
On 30 July 2015 Annette Charak presented to the Victorian Bar on 'Tackling grammatical pitfalls'. The session was chaired by Peter Heerey AM QC.
Evelyn Tadros presents to solicitors at Leo Cussen
On 22 July 2015 Evelyn Tadros presented to solicitors at Leo Cussen on 'Appearing in Court with Confidence'.
Catherine Gobbo speaks at CPA Insolvency Discussion Group, hosted by M+K Lawyers
On 6 July 2015 Catherine Gobbo presented to solicitors and insolvency practitioners at the CPA Insolvency Discussion Group, hosted by M+K Lawyers.
16th Annual International Maritime Law Arbitration Moot- RMIT University
Young's List barristers act as arbitrators at 16th Annual IMLAM Moot hosted by RMIT University.
Stay of enforcement of SOPA judgments: Constructo Pty Ltd v Maicome Pty Ltd
Andrew Downie examines the matter of Constructpro Pty Ltd v Maicome Pty Ltd [2015] VCC 894 in which a builder obtained a judgment under the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 2002 (Vic).
Robert Boadle: The Power to override, Law Institute Journal, July 2015
Robert Boadle writes in the July 2015 edition of the Law Institute Journal about the recent East-West Link dispute and the risk that any government contract could potentially be overriden by statute.
Young's List congratulates barristers recognised as Leading Construction Barristers in Doyle's Guide
We are delighted to congratulate the Young's List barristers who have been included in the Doyle’s Guide list of Leading Victorian Construction Barristers for 2015.
Matthew Harvey: Can you set aside that subpoena or notice to produce?
Matthew Harvey examines recent decisions relating to subpoenas and the production of documents.
Catherine Symons presents an Update on Pecuniary Penalties at Maddocks
On 24 June 2015, Catherine Symons presented an Update on Pecuniary Penalties to the Employment Safety and People team at Maddocks, Melbourne.
Andrew Downie: Update and refresher on offers of compromise in civil litigation
Andrew Downie recently presented a seminar on offers of compromise.
2015 Amendment: Victorian Supreme Court Rules Jettison Old Summary Judgment Test
As of 4 May 2015 the Supreme Court (General Civil Procedure) Rules 2005 were amended by theSupreme Court (Chapter I Summary Judgment Amendment) Rules 2015.
Matthew Harvey presents at Young Shipping Australia event
On 18 June 2015, Matthew Harvey presented at the Young Shipping Australia, Victoria Chapter, industry insight event hosted by Holman Fenwick Willan.
Young's List congratulates Jon Davis on his success in the High Court
We congratulate Jon Davis on his success in the High Court in the matter of CFMEU v Boral Resources (Vic) Pty Ltd [2015] HCA 21 which was handed down on 17 June 2015.
Young's List congratulates David Goodwin
We are delighted to congratulate David Goodwin on his appointment as Acting Director Juris Doctor Programs at RMIT University.
Meredith Schilling presents on Medical Panels
On Thursday 11 June 2015, Meredith Schilling presented a seminar to Zaparas Lawyers on Medical Panels.
Kate Anderson admitted to practise in Papua New Guinea
We are delighted to congratulate Kate Anderson who has been admitted to practise in Papua New Guinea.
Young's List welcomes Jonathan Davis
Young's List is delighted to welcome Jonathan Davis.
Young's List congratulates barristers recognised as leading practitioners in Doyle's Guide 2015
We are delighted to congratulate the following barristers who have been included in the Doyle’s Guide list of Leading Victorian Construction Barristers for 2015:
Young's List welcomes Readers Toby Borgeest, Adrian Hoel and Fiona Cameron
Young's List is delighted to welcome Readers Toby Borgeest, Adrian Hoel and Fiona Cameron.
Young's List welcomes Dan Coombes
To brief Dan please contact Tammy Young on +61 3 9225 6777 or after hours on +61 (0)414 523 515.
Young's List barristers named in 2015 Best Lawyers in Australia
We are delighted to announce that twelve Young's List barristers are named in the 2015 edition of Best Lawyers in Australia.
Young's List welcomes Kate Anderson
To brief Kate please contact Tammy Young on +61 3 9225 6777 or after hours on +61 (0)414 523 515.
Young's List welcomes Justin O'Bryan
To brief Justin please contact Tammy Young on +61 3 9225 6777 or after hours on +61 (0)414 523 515.
Young's List welcomes Charles Scerri QC
To brief Charles please contact Tammy Young on +61 3 9225 6777 or after hours on +61 (0)414 523 515.
Young's List Chambers & Partners Ranking 2015
Young's List is delighted to congratulate Garry Bigmore QC, Charles Scerri QC, Jeremy Twigg SC, Matthew Harvey, Daniel Aghion and Anton Trichardt, who have been acknowledged as leaders in their field and recognised as notable practitioners in the Chambers
Marysville bushfire class action: $300 million settlement reached
The parties to the Marysville bushfire class action have reached a $300 million out of court settlement.
Young's List welcomes Sasha Dyrenfurth
To brief Sasha please contact Tammy on +61 3 9225 6777 or after hours on 0414 523 515.
Matthew Harvey named in International Who's Who Legal
We are delighted to congratulate Matthew Harvey on being nominated by his peers as one of the world’s leading practitioners in the transport field.
Opening of the Legal Year 2015
Members of Young's List will be attending ceremonies to celebrate the opening of the 2015 legal year in Melbourne
March 2015 Reader Applications
We are currently accepting applications to join Young's List from participants in the March 2015 Reader's Course.
Young's List has moved
As of Monday 22 December 2014 Young's List will be located at Owen Dixon Chambers West
Young's List Office Closure
Young's List will close at 3:00pm on Tuesday 23 December 2015 and re-open on Monday 5 January 2015.
Jeremy Twigg SC appointed Senior Counsel
We are delighted to congratulate Jeremy Twigg SC on his appointment as Senior Counsel by the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Victoria on 26 November 2014.
Young's List welcomes Readers Evelyn Tadros and Robert Boadle
Young's List is delighted to welcome readers Evelyn Tadros and Robert Boadle who signed the Victorian Bar Roll on 23 October 2014.
Daniel Aghion awarded for Pro Bono work
We are delighted to congratulate Daniel Aghion who received the Ron Merkel QC Award at the Victorian Bar Pro Bono Awards on 16 October 2014.
Young's List welcomes Kieren Naish
To brief Kieren please contact Tammy Young on +61 3 9225 6777 or after hours on +61 (0)414 523 515.
Young's List welcomes Darren Ferrari
To brief Darren please contact Tammy on +61 3 9225 6777 or after hours on +61 (0)414 523 515.
Young's List welcomes Catherine Symons
To brief Catherine please contact Tammy on +61 3 9225 6777 or after hours on +61 (0)414 523 515.
Young's List welcomes Diana Harding QC
To brief Diana please contact Tammy Young on +61 3 9225 6777 or after hours on 0414 523 515.
Young's List welcomes Nico Burmeister
To brief Nico please contact Tammyon +61 3 9225 6777 or after hours on 0414 523 515.
Young's List welcomes Christine Melis
Young's List is pleased to welcome Christine Melis
Young's List welcomes Readers Campbell Thompson and Suzanne Kupsch
To brief Campbell or Suzanne please contact Tammy on +61 3 9225 6777 or after hours on +61 (0)414 523 515.
Young's List members included in Seventh Edition of Best Lawyers in Australia
To brief Peter, Garry, Helen, Matthew, Robert or Anton please contact Tammy on +61 3 9225 6777 or after hours on +61 (0)414 523 515.
Young's List welcomes Jeremy Twigg
Should you wish to brief Jeremy please contact Tammy on +61 3 9225 6777 or after hours on +61 (0)414 523 515.
Young's List Chambers & Partners Ranking 2014
Chambers & Partners Rankings 2014 - Young's List congratulates Garry Bigmore QC, Daniel Aghion and Robert Heath.
Young's List welcomes Readers Scott Morris and Camilla Hopkins
To brief Scott or Camilla please contact Tammy on +61 3 9225 6777 or after hours on 0414 523 515.
Young's List welcomes Alexandra Golding
To brief Alex please contact Tammy on +61 3 9225 6777 or after hours on 0414 523 515.
Young's List featured in Lawyers' Weekly
Young's List featured in Lawyers' Weekly article - Clerking Off
Young's List welcomes Ian Stewart
To brief Ian please contact Tammy on +61 3 9225 6777 or after hours on +61 (0)414 523 515.
Congratulations to Matthew Harvey: Best Lawyers 2013
Young's List congratulates Matthew Harvey.
Young's List shines in Chambers & Partners 2013 rankings
We congratulate Garry Bigmore QC, Daniel Aghion and Robert Heath on their inclusion in the annual Chambers and Partners Asia Pacific Guide 2013.
Young's List welcomes Declan Manly
To brief Declan please contact Tammy on +61 3 9225 6777 or after hours on +61 (0)414 523 515.
Young's List welcomes Samantha Cipriano
To brief Samantha please contact Tammy on +61 3 9225 6777 or after hours on +61 (0)414 523 515.
Young's List welcomes Bart Carew
To brief Bart please contact Tammy on +61 3 9225 6777 or after hours on +61 (0)414 523 515.
Young's List welcomes Felicity Marks
To brief Felicity, please contact Tammy on +61 3 9225 6777, or after hours on +61 (0)414 523 515.
Young's List welcomes Maryanne Loughnan SC
To brief Maryanne, please contact Tammy on +61 3 9225 6777, or after hours on +61 (0)414 523 515.
Young's List welcomes Andrea Mapp
To brief Andrea please contact Tammy on +61 3 9225 6777 or after hours on +61 (0)414 523 515.
Young's List welcomes Anton Trichardt
To brief Anton, please contact Tammy on +61 3 9225 6777, or after hours on 0414 523 515.
Young's List welcomes Meredith Schilling
To brief Meredith, please contact Tammy on 9225 6777, or after hours on 0414 523 515.
Young's List welcomes Tim Best
To brief Tim, please contact Tammy on 9225 6777, or after hours on 0414 523 515.
Young's List welcomes Kim Knights
To brief Kim, please contact Tammy on 9225 6777, or after hours on 0414 523 515.
Young's List welcomes Andrew Kirby
To brief Andrew, please contact Tammy on 9225 6777, or after hours on 0414 523 515.
Young's List welcomes Helen Symon SC
To brief Helen, please contact Tammy on 9225 6777, or after hours on 0414 523 515.
Young's List welcomes Annette Charak
To brief Annette, please contact Tammy on 9225 6777, or after hours on 0414 523 515.
Young's List welcomes Daniel Aghion
To brief Daniel, please contact Tammy on 9225 6777, or after hours on 0414 523 515.
Young's List welcomes Martin Guthrie
To brief Martin, please contact Tammy on 9225 6777, or after hours on 0414 523 515.
New Arrivals
If you would like to retain one of our barristers, or have any queries Tammy can be contacted on 9225 6777, or after hours on 0414 523 515.