AI, Law, and the Future of Professional Practice – Insights from Jarrod Munro
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In this episode of "The Cut", the conversation dives into how AI is being used inside law firms, what it’s getting wrong, and the new rules emerging around its use in legal proceedings. Featuring "Jarrod Munro", Partner at "Cornwalls Lawyers", this discussion unpacks real examples—from court restrictions to hallucinated legal cases—to reveal the promise and peril of AI in professional industries. Jarrod explores how AI’s efficiency can help lawyers and accountants focus on higher-value work while warning of the ethical, accuracy, and confidentiality pitfalls that still plague the...
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Insights into Property and Debt Market
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Australia’s property market is full of contradictions—capital is abundant, demand is surging, yet developments are stalling. In this episode of The Cut, listeners get an unfiltered look at what’s really holding the sector back, from a mid-market feasibility crisis to the construction insolvency wave that’s shaken the industry. Learn how regulatory changes, labor shortages, and private credit expansion are impacting the market today—and where opportunity lies for those ready to adapt. Dominic Lo Surdo, Executive Chairman of Stamford Capital and President of CAFBA, shares candid...
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The Cut Podcast: Payroll Compliance Isn’t Optional
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In this episode of The Cut, hosted by Simon Cathro, we dive into how payroll compliance has shifted from being just a back-office function to a critical boardroom responsibility. Our guest, Marcus Zeltzer, co-founder of Yellow Canary, explains how technology is transforming payroll compliance—from reactive clean-up to proactive clarity. Even Australia’s largest employers are struggling with complex rules hidden deep inside awards, and Marcus unpacks why compliance is not about intention but interpretation. You’ll also hear how Yellow Canary’s audit platform mirrors...
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Insights into Arbitration and Litigation Funding with Matt Lee, LFM Disputes
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Litigation finance is reshaping how high-stakes disputes are fought—and who wins. In this episode, Matt Lee from Lindsay Francis Mengen, a specialist in arbitration and former head of Australia's largest litigation funding operation, shares how litigation funders assess cases, manage risks, and decide whether a claim is worth backing. For anyone working in insolvency, restructuring, or high-value disputes, this is an inside look at what funders really want. You'll also learn how arbitration can offer a faster, more private alternative to court—if managed correctly. From freezing...
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Insights into Growing a Professional Practice
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Building a successful practice demands more than technical skill—it calls for relentless commitment, strategic mindset shifts, and the courage to delegate. In this episode of The Cut, host Andrew Blundell sits down with Nick Hitchens, founder of Hitch Advisory, to trace his rise from managing distressed pub sales to advising on high-stakes M&A deals. What You’ll Learn: Why the First Five Years Matter: Most firms plateau or fail around year five. Nick explains the “all-in” mentality required to push through that critical period. Delegation as a Growth...
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Insights into Invalid Insolvency Appointments and Appointees Remuneration
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When a business faces insolvency, one of the most overlooked yet critical aspects is ensuring that administrators and receivers are legally and correctly appointed. In this episode of The Cut, expert insolvency lawyer Nick Christiansen from Sparke Helmore joins the conversation with host Simon Cathro, to break down valid vs. invalid appointments, the risks insolvency practitioners face, and what business owners need to know before making any decisions. From understanding how appointments are challenged in court to why remuneration is such a hot topic in insolvency, this discussion sheds...
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Insights on insolvency litigation and public examinations with Hannah Griffiths from Pinsent Masons
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In this episode of The Cut, Simon Cathro speaks with Hannah Griffiths from Pinsent Masons. Their discussion provides valuable insights into the complexities of insolvency proceedings, the various types of claims available to liquidators, and the importance of thorough investigations in pursuing these claims. Hannah Griffiths is the head of restructuring and insolvency at Pinsent Masons. She has over 15 years of experience in insolvency and restructuring. She advises insolvency practitioners and boards on insolvency-related issues. Key points discussed in this episode: Introduction to...
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Explore secured creditor appointments and processes with insights from Lander & Rogers experts.
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In this episode of The Cut, Simon Cathro speaks with Keiran Breckenridge and Jonathon Turner from Lander & Rogers about secured creditors and receiverships, a topic not covered in previous episodes Jonathan Turner is a partner at Landers and Rogers, specialising in corporate restructuring, insolvency, and finance. He joined the firm about 15 months ago, moving from NRF. Jonathan’s expertise and experience contribute to Landers and Rogers’ growing focus on corporate restructuring, insolvency, and finance Keiran Breckenridge is a special counsel at Landers and Rogers,...
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Insights into the fair entitlements guarantee (FEG) recovery program with Courtney Macdade and Rebecca Dalais
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In this episode of The Cut Andrew Blundell speaks with Courtney Macdade and Rebecca Dalais from the the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations FEG Recovery Program’s Recovery Funding team. Courtney Macdade is the Acting Principal Government Lawyer in the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations FEG Recovery Program’s Recovery Funding team. She is based in Brisbane with over 8 years practising in restructuring and insolvency and dispute resolution and litigation funding. Courtney is focussed on engaging with liquidators as early in administrations as possible as well as...
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Insights into creditor activism with Anna Taylor, Principal at Results Legal
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In this episode of The Cut, host Andrew Blundell, Principal at Cathro & Partners, is joined by Anna Taylor, Principal at Results Legal, to discuss various aspects of insolvency, debt recovery, and trade credit. Key Takeaways: Understanding Director Obligations: Anna emphasizes the need for directors to be more aware of their obligations and liabilities, suggesting the need for mandatory education before director appointments. Trade Credit Challenges: The discussion delves into the current challenges faced by trade credit businesses, including an increase in disputes,...
info_outlineIn episode four of season two of "The Cut" we have Andrew Blundell Principle at Cathro and Partners speaking with Heather Collins.
She is an investment manager at Omni Bridgeway, speaks on the importance of trust and relationships in the litigation funding space.
Collins emphasizes the need for trust with funders and stakeholders, working well under stress, and enjoying the work and the people you work with.
Heather has been with Omni Bridgeway for over 3 years, starting at ACT supreme court, then becoming In House Counsel for Enterprise Finance Solutions, working with Lendlease, CBP Lawyers, Baker & McKenzie and was the President of the Women's Insolvency Network of Australia.
This dynamic conversation about insolvency through the lens of law touches on:
- [00:01:05] Why Litigation funding is important.
- [00:06:48] Finding Your Niche in Law.
- [00:07:46] Distilling complex legal arguments.
- [00:10:44] Investing in Litigation Cases.
- [00:14:03] Litigation funding and claim size.
- [00:17:29] Litigation funding and asset tracing.
- [00:23:29] Building relationships in the industry.
- [00:27:25] Global economy and litigation funding.
- [00:28:13] Insolvencies in the construction industry.
- [00:32:28] Cyber security and data breaches.
- [00:40:29] Corporates and litigation funding.
- [00:43:40] The future of litigation funding.
Links -
- Heather Collins Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-collins-63930917/details/experience/
- Omni Bridgeway - https://omnibridgeway.com/
- Why the people you work with are just as important as the job - https://www.inspiringinterns.com/blog/2017/01/getting-along-why-the-people-you-work-with-are-just-as-important-as-the-job/
- Watch Cathro & Partners - The Cut On Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@cathropartners6927
- Cathro Partners Website - https://www.cathropartners.com.au/