S6 Episode 8: Open and Shut Case – Open Justice, Closed Courts and Suppression Orders for Criminal Lawyers
Release Date: 03/05/2025
S7 Episode 11: Talking AI in Law: Demystifying the Future
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In this episode, List member Dr Jason Harkess, alongside Bill Doogue, Perry Q Wood, and Kristina Kothrakis, discuss how practitioners are navigating the rise of AI, acknowledging it as a helpful tool when used responsibly and with proper verification.
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S7 Episode 10: Daze in Court - Christmas Dinner
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In this episode, Foley's List barristers Rohan Hoult, Laura Colla and Cassandra Soliman from OurFamilyWizard discuss the key features and functions of the co-parenting app and how it supports separated families. They’re joined by guests Tim Gough, Daniel Myers and Danie Mellas, who reflect on their highlights of the year and share some notable High Court cases.
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S7 Episode 9: An Introduction to the Law of Conspiracy
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In this episode, Foley’s barrister Paul Holdenson KC, Ruth Champion and Director of Public Prosecutions Raelene Sharp KC explore the fundamentals of the law of conspiracy, examining how agreements between parties to commit an unlawful act are treated under criminal law. They break down key legal principles, case examples, and practical considerations for practitioners navigating this complex area.
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S7 Episode 8: Roles and Responsibilities for Clients, Solicitors, Barristers and Judges at Family Law Final Hearings
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In this episode, Foley's List barrister Laura Colla is joined by Judy Small AM, former Judge of the Federal Circuit Court of Australia, and John Spender, partner of Kennedy Partners, to debate the roles and responsibilities of clients, solicitors, barristers and the Judiciary in Family Court Hearings, each sharing their unique perspectives, experiences and expectations to ensure that matters are conducted effectively and efficiently. A complimentary paper is available on foley's website www.foleys.com.au.
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S7 Episode 7: A Legal Lifecycle — From Counsel to Court – the Bench
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In this episode, the discussion explores what it means to move from the Bar into judicial leadership and how roles on the bench have evolved through periods of challenge and transformation. The conversation goes beyond positions and titles. It examines identity, impact, and what it means to serve the legal profession at its highest levels with purpose, reflection, and courage.
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S7 Episode 6: A Legal Lifecycle — On Your Feet at the Bar
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In this episode, the focus is on women who have transitioned into a career as barristers. It explores their experiences, the challenges they have encountered, and the rewarding moments that come with life at the Bar.
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S7 Episode 5: Daze in Court - Cryptic Crypto
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In this episode, Foley's List barrister Rohan Hoult and Lee Formica, Partner at Lander & Rogers, reminisce about the early days, sharing personal stories and experiences from that time. Later, Dr Aaron Lane outlines three key reasons people buy cryptocurrency and explains how digital transactions can sometimes be easier to trace than traditional bank transfers.
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S7 Episode 4: A Legal Lifecycle — Reinventing the Legal Role
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A Legal Lifecycle: Conversations Accross a Career In this episode, we step beyond the traditional boundaries of legal practice. From government and in-house roles to entrepreneurship and academia. We talk to women who are redefining what it means to work within and adjacent to the legal profession.
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S7 Episode 3: A Legal Lifecycle: Foundations — Life in Private Practice
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A Legal Lifecycle: Conversations Accross a Career This episode focuses on the private practice environment and reflections on what it means to build and sustain a long-term career in that setting. The episode explores a range of topics from culture and client work to leadership, mentorship, shifting goals and the evolving realities of the professional landscape in private practice.
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S7 Episode 2: Caveats and Contracts of Sale
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In this episode, Foley’s barrister Philip Barton examines caveats under the Transfer of Land Act, contracts of sale, and related issues. He discusses recent matters covering the power to lodge and effect of a caveat to the Transfer of Land Act 1958, caveat removal, tests for removal under section 90, the position of a nominee purchaser and more.
info_outlineOpen and Shut Case: Open Justice, Closed Courts and Suppression Orders for Criminal Lawyers
This is a recording of session 2 of the 2025 Foley's February criminal law series.
In this session, Ruth Champion, Natalie Simpson & Louis Andrews discusses the principals of open justice and presents five key questions to ask before applying for a suppression order, emphasising a need for thorough case preparation, effective decision-making, and having a draft order ready to minimise interference with court procedures.
Ruth Champion appears for the prosecution and defence, and, in both trial and appellate matters. Ruth has particular experience in subpoena proceedings including on claims of public interest immunity and legal professional privilege.
Natalie’s primary practice is in criminal law, but she also accepts briefs in quasi criminal, family law and public law matters. Natalie has significant experience in a range of crime types including complex drug matters, child sex offences, human trafficking, and white-collar crime.
Louis Andrews has a broad practice in criminal law and public law. In his criminal law practice, he accepts briefs to prosecute and defend. Louis has specialised experience in the intersection of the criminal law and media law, including contempt and suppression orders.