International

International travel for separated families

Separated parents undertaking travel with their children should be mindful of the rules around international travel including, importantly, the need to obtain the other's parent's consent.

International - Japan

International family law

Navigating international parenting disputes

As we have seen in recent weeks, the breakdown of an expat relationship requires a careful approach to parenting arrangements, coupled with an understanding of the laws that apply in different overseas jurisdictions.

A global view of the cyber landscape

Cyber risks know no boundaries and pose a global and national security issue. In order to contextualise the evolving cybersecurity regulatory landscape in Australia, it is important to understand the strategies adopted by other countries including the US, UK, EU and in the Asia-Pacific region.

Child Relocation Global Practice Guide 2024: Australia chapter

Chambers & Partners has released its annual Child Relocation Global Practice Guide, with Lander & Rogers' Family & Relationship Law team authoring the Australian chapter for 2024.

Lander & Rogers advises Team Global Express (TGE) on its $190 million refinancing by CBA led group of lenders

The refinancing allows TGE to finance its fleet investment and to transform the business's ability to operate sustainably by providing more environmentally friendly logistics solutions.

Lander & Rogers backs global standard NDA

As one of Australia's most future-focused law firms, Lander & Rogers has embraced a new global standard in non-disclosure agreements (NDAs).

Positive medium-term outlook amid global uncertainty, chief economist tells Lander & Rogers

NAB's Chief Economist Alan Oster has told an audience of Lander & Rogers' people, clients and colleagues that he is optimistic about Australia's economic outlook in the medium term, although financial stress persists in certain areas and geopolitical risk poses uncertainty for the global markets.

Case Study: Exercising custody rights in international parenting disputes

A recent case highlights the complexities of international parenting laws, where one parent unilaterally removes the children from their country of residence.

Lander & Rogers advises KENT Corporation on international expansion through Frosty Boy acquisition

Lander & Rogers has advised KENT Precision Foods Group, a subsidiary of US-headquartered food, beverage and agriculture product manufacturer KENT Corporation, on its acquisition of Frosty Boy Holdings Pty Ltd.

In house legal: Observations and lessons from global healthcare

It may be hard to cast your mind back to a time before COVID-19, but in-house legal teams around the world were already under immense pressure. Now with an increasingly complex regulatory environment, the social and economic recovery period will undoubtedly result in even greater demand on these teams as their expertise is sought far and wide across their organisations.

Lander & Rogers joins as signatory to UN Global Compact

Leading law firm Lander & Rogers this morning announced it had joined the United Nations Global Compact - a voluntary framework for the development, implementation and disclosure of responsible business practices.

Bant & Clayton: The importance of timely legal advice in international matters

The recent Full Court decision in Bant & Clayton (No. 2) [2019] FamCAFC 200 highlights the need to obtain timely expert legal advice in international family law matters — particularly where parties have a choice of jurisdictions in which to resolve their dispute.

Lander & Rogers advises SaaS company Delacon on its acquisition by international software buyer Volaris

Lander & Rogers has advised call-centre tracking and analytics technology provider Delacon on its sale to global software buyer Volaris, an operating group of Toronto Stock Exchange-listed Constellation Software, Inc.

Lander & Rogers first Australian law firm to achieve leading global wellness accreditation

Leading law firm Lander & Rogers has announced it has been awarded WELL Certified™ Platinum status in recognition of its commitment to delivering a healthy, sustainable and innovative workplace for its people.

Deal highlights FY21

Despite the events of the global pandemic, deal activity remained buoyant during FY21.

Deal highlights FY22

Notwithstanding the ongoing impact of the global pandemic and the complexities associated with the constantly evolving geopolitical landscape, there was continued momentum and strong deal activity throughout FY22.

Deal highlights FY23

Despite the challenges and uncertainties posed by the global economic climate, transactions have continued in FY23 with consolidation in businesses and industries driving asset divestiture and strategic acquisition opportunities.

Surrogacy during the COVID-19 pandemic

An Australian couple has implored the Federal Government to increase international flight caps to enable them to return from Ukraine after travelling to Kiev for the birth of their twin daughters.

Defending Australia against the rise of ransomware

Global ransomware attacks have risen sharply as cyber criminals continue to refine their strategies, tactics and methods.

FibreCycle completes dual acquisition

Pet care product manufacturer FibreCycle has acquired two local pet brands, in a strategic move to accelerate its global growth strategy.

Lander & Rogers advises Altano on marquee Australian acquisition

Lander & Rogers is proud to have advised international veterinary group Altano on its marquee acquisition of a leading group of Australian equine clinics based in Scone (NSW) and Avenel (Victoria).

CyberSight 360: Is space the forgotten sector in critical infrastructure cyber security?

While there are no mandatory international cyber security requirements currently in place for space systems, it is critical that space actors put in place adequate cyber security measures.

TerraLex Cross-Border Copyright Guide 2019

Intellectual Property and Technology Partner Robert Neely and Corporate Lawyer Edward Lyons wrote the Australian section of the 2019 edition of the TerraLex Cross-border Copyright Guide. TerraLex is one of the top elite global networks of independent law firms, of which Lander & Rogers is the exclusive member for Australia. The network comprises 155 leading law firms employing more than 19,000 lawyers in 100 countries. In addition to information about Australia's copyright laws, this section outlines areas of copyright reform including: the expansion of flexible exceptions to copyright infringement, exceptions to be protected from 'contracting out', and reform to the access of works where the copyright owner cannot be identified or located.

Family and relationship law

Family law can be complex and emotionally turbulent. We're an empathetic team with expertise in every aspect of family and relationship law, including property settlements, parenting and custody, divorce, maintenance, child support and international family law. Our team is comprised of the highest number of accredited family law specialists in Australia.

Australia to ratify ILO Convention No 190 on violence and harassment

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has pledged to table the International Labour Convention 190 in the Australian Parliament ─ the first step in ratifying this important convention and affirming the right of Australians to a workplace and work culture based on human rights principles