Griffin Legal

02/06/2026

On 2 June 2026, the Fair Work Commission announced the Annual Wage Review 2026 decision. The expert panel has determined all modern award minimum wage rates will be increased by 4.75% from 1 July 2025.

From 1 July 2026 the National Minimum Wage will be increased to $1004.90 per week (based on a 38 hour week) or $26.44 per hour.

Employers must pay the increased pay amounts from the first full pay period commencing on or after 1 July 2026.

If your organisation requires assistance understanding the effect of the Annual Wage Review, including its impact on employees covered by enterprise agreements, contact us at [email protected].

08/05/2026

We are hiring lawyers on loan!

We are seeking lawyers with broad and diverse experience and backgrounds to join our government secondment program.

With short or long term options available, we are offering part-time/hybrid positions to eligible layers who are particularly interested and experienced in information law, including privacy and freedom of information.

This position offers flexibility and job security, while giving you the chance to work with various government agencies while on secondment, and join our bustling private practice in between placements.

Visit our seek profile for more information and how to apply.

08/05/2026

It was great to see everyone at the Law Society last night for the Privacy Awareness Week panel discussion!

Griffin Legal partnered with the International Association of Privacy Professionals and the ACT Law society to present a practical panel exploring privacy and AI risk management tools. The group also had the opportunity to work through best (and worst) case data breach response scenarios.

We would like to offer a special thanks to the speakers who presented on the night:
- Damien Brazel, Griffin Legal (Facilitator)
- Murray Woodford, AUSTRAC
- Melinda Smith, Airservices Australia
- Joanne Hogno, The Lottery Corporation

It was an overall great night of learning and networking!

06/05/2026

Legal professional privilege (LPP) protects confidential information, documents and communications, between a lawyer and a client made for the purpose of providing legal advice or services.

Issues surrounding LPP arise when documents address a wider-range of topics beyond just providing legal advice or services. This is the core issue in the recent case of Medibank Private Limited v McClure [2026] FCAFC 38.

Legal professional privilege protects confidential information, documents and communications, between a lawyer and a client made for the purpose of providing legal advice or services.

05/05/2026

Privacy Awareness Week (PAW) is a timely reminder that trust matters more than ever in the age of AI. This year, the Office of the Victorian Information Commissioner (OVIC) are recognising this with their PAW theme: ‘Smart tech, smarter choices: protecting your privacy in the age of AI.’

As AI becomes part of everyday life, we all have a role to play. We need to ask questions, understand how our data is used and expecting accountability from organisations that build and deploy these technologies.

Privacy should be a priority, not an afterthought. OVIC have a number of webinars running this week for anyone interested in learning more about their role in this new age of AI.

04/05/2026

The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) has issued a landmark determination against a major rental technology (RentTech) platform, sending a clear message that is it is not acceptable to collect as much information as possible without a clear reason for doing so.

OAIC found that the “2Apply” platform, a popular tool used by property managers to collect information about rental applicants, collected excessive personal information and did so by unfairmeans. This decision has reiterated that organisations must have a clear use for the personal information they collect and clarified what constitutes the collection of personal information by ‘unfair means’.

OAIC has issued a landmark determination against a major rental technology (RentTech) platform, sending a clear message that is it is not acceptable to collect as much information as possible without a clear reason for doing so.

03/05/2026

Griffin Legal is proud to once again be taking part in Privacy Awareness Week (PAW).

This year’s theme is – Trust is built here. In every privacy complaint. In every resolution.

PAW is a campaign that Griffin Legal has supported for many years, championed by the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) to raise awareness of privacy issues and highlight the importance of protecting personal information.

This year’s theme pulls focus towards strengthening privacy dispute resolution practices and building public confidence in how personal information is handled.

GL’s Privacy team are experts in all matters privacy and can help you in preparing your organisation against any privacy risks.

28/04/2026

Being prepared is the best line of defence, and trust is built in the response. As part of Privacy Awareness Week GL have teamed up with the International Association of Privacy Professionals and the ACT Law Society for a practical panel exploring privacy and AI risk management tools and the opportunity to work through best (and worst) case data breach response scenarios.

Aligned to this year’s theme: “Trust is built here – in every privacy complaint, in every resolution,” the session will focus on how timely decisions, clear stakeholder communication and strong follow through can either protect (or seriously damage) trust when it matters most. Attendees will leave with practical tools to respond quickly and confidently to data breaches and AI related privacy risks and to build trust through response and resolution.

We have a great lineup of speakers this year:

• Damie Brazel, Griffin Legal (Facilitator)
• Murray Woodford, AUSTRAC
• Melinda Smith, Airservices Australia
• Joanne Hogno, The Lottery Corporation

When: Thursday, 7 May 2026 from 5:00pm
Where: ACT Law Society, Level 1, 5 Constitution Avenue, Canberra

Light refreshments and networking will follow the panel discussion.

For more details and how to register, email our events team at [email protected]

18/03/2026

WE ARE HIRING!

Are you tired of working in a traditional law firm? Are you looking for exciting new challenges and opportunities to grow your career? Then this is the right place for you!

We have employment opportunities for associates who are passionate about Commercial Law.

Visit our SEEK profile for more information on the positions and how to apply.

https://www.seek.com.au/griffin-legal-jobs?jobId=90987536&type=promoted

15/03/2026

We are very happy to welcome Paula Gonzalez as GL’s newest Partner!

Paula has significant experience supporting government clients to manage legal risks in the delivery of services and programs. Paula’s main areas of practice are in litigation, dispute resolution, governance, inquiries and information law.

With over 20 years of experience as a government lawyer, Paula has a strong understanding of the legislative and regulatory frameworks that govern the delivery of public sector services and programs. She also brings along her expertise in managing and responding to sensitive and high-profile inquiries, coronials and royal commissions.

Please join us in welcoming Paula to GL. We are very excited to have her join our growing team!