Briefed: Commercial Law Updates

Dec 10 2024 40 ep. 58 mins 14

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What's the state of play in Australian commercial law? Join Level Twenty Seven Chambers (Brisbane, Australia), Queensland’s largest group of barristers, for up to the minute insights and practical tips regarding Australian commercial law. The group’s exceptional reputation is recognised in legal directories such as Chambers & Partners, Doyle's, Who's Who and Best Lawyers. The group assists clients on all aspects of commercial law and are often engaged on matters of high commercial value as well as technical and legal complexity.

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