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07/10/2026

Is your organisation ready for Australia’s new automated decision-making transparency requirements? From 10 December 2026, APP entities will need to disclose certain uses of AI and other computer programs in their privacy policies. In our latest Insights article, Amy Cooper-Boast, Stephanie Lo and Suli Jayasekara unpack the OAIC’s new guidance, explain when the requirements might apply and outline the practical steps organisations should take now to be ready.

By 10 December 2026, APP entities must update their privacy policies to the extent that they make use of personal information in any artificial intelligence, machine learning, software programs, or other automated tools or processes to make or inform certain decisions.This new obligation was introdu...

06/10/2026

LK has sponsored the Kaurna Boomerangs (the Ice Factor SA program's first all-indigenous ice hockey team) since the team was established in 2017. Over the weekend the team travelled to Darwin to compete in the Division 2 Darwin International Tournament and took out the top prize - Congratulations to the team and everyone involved!
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30/09/2026

Earlier this week we hosted a curious and engaged group of 1st to 3rd year law students for our annual Day@LK program.

Day@LK is an immersive program designed to give law students genuine insight into life at a law firm, from exploring the complex problems we work with our clients to solve, to getting to know our people and hearing about the different career pathways available in law.

Throughout the day, our Clerks through to Principals shared their experiences and knowledge, with plenty of opportunities for informal conversations and connections over lunch.

Each year, we are delighted to welcome the next generation of curious and ambitious law students to LK. It’s always inspiring to see their enthusiasm for the profession, and we look forward to seeing where their legal careers take them.

If you’re looking to get an insight to life at LK, applications for our 2027 Program will be open next July.



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Flinders Law Students' Association - FLSA

30/09/2026

On 14 October, LK is delighted to be hosting members of the Society of Construction Law Australia for a breakfast and panel presentation, moderated by LK's Patrick Leader-Elliott, exploring the commercial, contractual and legal issues shaping the state's biggest projects, from procurement and risk allocation to dispute avoidance and emerging technology.

Panellists:

Jeremy Conway, CEO, Infrastructure SA

Megan Antcliff, Director, Infrastructure, Cities and Places, Turner & Townsend

Rebecca Yorston, Principal, LK

South Australia is entering a major infrastructure era, so what does that mean for the lawyers and advisers working on these projects? Join SoCLA in Adelaide for BEYOND THE BLUEPRINT: NAVIGATING SOUTH AUSTRALIA'S MAJOR INFRASTRUCTURE ERA, a breakfast panel exploring the commercial, contractual and l...

28/09/2026

At last week's ARITA - Australian Restructuring Insolvency & Turnaround Association SA/NT Division Conference, LK Principal Allie Umoff presented alongside The Hon. Justice Mark Livesey, President of the South Australian Court of Appeal, on recent applications of the good faith defence under Corporations Act s588FG(2).

Delegates have fed back, that they particularly enjoyed the presenters' format, with comments describing it as "enlightening", "useful", "enjoyable" and a “master class”. The detailed case studies and practical takeaways were highly valued, with delegates praising the topic, speakers and flow of the presentation. One delegate described it as the “best session of the conference”, while another highlighted the deep dive into recent case updates as an excellent way to end the day!

Our lawyers are always keen to share their knowledge and engage in thoughtful discussion about the law, so we are delighted to hear that conference attendees found the sessions equally valuable and engaging.



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28/09/2026

Last week LK and Alligator Energy hosted a roundtable at the Sofitel Adelaide organised by FACCI - French-Australian Chamber of Commerce & Industry, bringing together South Australian energy, industry and policy leaders for a discussion on the State’s energy outlook.

LK Principal Nick Gallus moderated a discussion led by the Treasurer and Minister for Energy, the Hon Tom Koutsantonis MP, with contributions from Deputy Leader of the Opposition, the Hon Josh Teague MP and other South Australian industry and policy leaders.

The discussion focused on the implications for South Australia of the Federal Government’s recently released draft legislation for a domestic gas reservation scheme, as well as the ongoing Iran conflict and its potential impacts on energy markets and the State’s economy.

Thank you to all those who participated in a timely and valuable discussion on the challenges and opportunities facing South Australia’s energy sector.

22/09/2026

On Thursday evening the team at LK will be hosting Spring Drinks for the Association of Corporate Counsel Australia SA Members.

No legal presentations or CPD points, we are just looking forward to catching up with friends, meeting new ones and toasting the spring weather! 🌸🌸

21/09/2026

"Kramer v Stone" is the latest High Court case to address the complex and uncertain realm of equitable estoppels commonly used by litigants attempting to hold asset-holders to alleged succession promises. In this article, Maddie Donovan examines the broader impact of the case, including its effect on how courts are looking at certainty requirements for promises, crafting relief and dealing with cases where the alleged promise is not about defined property such as land.

Read more here: https://www.lk.law/2026/09/radical-change-or-more-of-the-same-litigating-succession-promises-after-kramer-v-stone/

17/09/2026

At next week's ARITA Australian Restructuring Insolvency & Turnaround Association 2026 SA/NT Division conference, LK Principal Allie Umoff will co-present with The Hon. Mark Livesey, President of the South Australian Court of Appeal, "In the matter of ... recent cases of note". Together they will consider when does the good faith defence under section 588FG(2) succeed - and when does it fail? Their session will examine recent judgments testing the defence, exploring what separates a successful defence from a failed one and what the cases mean in practice for liquidators challenging it.

Further details about the conference can be found here:
https://arita.com.au/Web/Division/SA_NT_Division_Conference_2026.aspx

This half-day conference is designed for senior practitioners to stay up to date with developments, as well as sharing industry best practice. It is followed by networking opportunities at the Dinner.

16/09/2026

Australia’s proposed second tranche privacy reforms represent a major shift in how organisations collect, use and protect personal information as well as enhancing the OAIC’s regulatory role. In this article, Amy Cooper-Boast, Stephanie Lo and Suli Jayasekara explore the key changes set out in the Privacy Amendment (Personal Data Protection) Bill 2026 and the Privacy Reform Consultation Paper, including the introduction of a new ‘fair and reasonable’ test for handling personal information, expanded definitions of personal and sensitive information, stronger consent requirements, tighter data breach reporting obligations, enhanced data governance requirements and a new controller/processor framework. With the reforms expected to significantly raise the bar for privacy compliance, organisations should begin reviewing their data practices, contractual arrangements and incident response capabilities now to prepare for the incoming reforms. Read more here:
https://www.lk.law/2026/09/australias-privacy-act-reforms-inside-the-second-tranche/