In an environment of increased regulatory scrutiny and litigation risk, it is critical to have systems and processes in place to manage business and conduct risk in your organisation. Should those risks materialise into disputes or ...

In today's fast-paced world, crises can emerge from many directions, and the consequences can be far-reaching. Responding to a crisis requires a nuanced and tailored approach, carefully designed to suit each organisation's unique ...

Product compliance is critical to ensuring a product meets the expectations of customers and the market generally. It's also vital for protecting against potential product liability for consumer harm, and potential significant reputational and financial risk. ...

Climate change and achieving sustainability are critical challenges for all organisations. The time to act is now. Climate change is causing significant shifts in corporate strategy, governance and risk management, disclosure practices and ...

Technology is driving a major transformation. The opportunities you seize and the risks you mitigate now will determine your business' future. ...

This includes jokes, assumptions, stereotypes and myths about LGBTQIA+ culture: these comments are harmful. Taking the time to explain that someone’s behaviour is inappropriate and why, can be a good way to get people to start thinking ...

United Nations Global Compact Allens was a foundation signatory to the United Nations Global Compact in 2001, and our continuing goal is to promote and uphold the Compact's 10 principles including those relating to human rights, labour ...

Scams and fraudulent communications are increasing, with scammers using advanced tactics to impersonate reputable organisations, including law firms. These communications can be highly convincing, using official logos, familiar language, ...

Phillip Cornwell AM, a distinguished former partner of Allens, has been recognised in the Australia Day 2025 Honours List for his significant service to conservation and the environment, community health and the legal profession. ...

Parental leave Our policies apply to all of our people regardless of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or relationship status, including our market leading parental leave package which removes any distinction between primary and ...