Michael Pelly is a Legal Writer at The Australian Financial Review. With over 40 years of experience in journalism and editing, he specializes in legal topics, particularly focusing on lawsuits. His work has been featured in notable publications such as The Australian Financial Review and Capital Brief.
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Michael Pelly's coverage predominantly revolves around legal policy and government announcements, with a focus on Australian politics, the judicial system, and barristers. Given this emphasis, he would likely appreciate pitches offering expert commentary or analysis on recent legal developments in Australia.
Pitches related to significant court cases, legislative changes impacting the legal landscape in Australia, or insights into political decisions affecting the judiciary could be of interest to Michael. Additionally, experts who can provide unique perspectives on high-profile legal issues within Australia’s jurisdiction may find traction with him.
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This week, the defamation dance between Sue Chrysanthou SC and Rebel Wilson veered from smooth foxtrot to dramatic bolero.
The High Court's May sittings open with a case that has media outlets and content creators on high alert over copyright and covert footage.
Clive Palmer is weighing in on a push to bring prediction markets to Australia. The lobby's claim it should not be regulated as gambling may be its biggest bet.
Who does covert footage of “cruelty” at abattoirs ultimately belong to — the activists or the abattoir? The High Court will decide.
Musk says OpenAI betrayed its mission. But as the trial enters its final stretch, prediction markets are turning against him.
By: Michael Pelly
Zip Co might have lost its trade mark battle with Firstmac, but the case has settled a tricky area of intellectual property law.
The ACCC has claimed a big win in the Coles fake discount case, but the real gauge of success will be the size of the penalties. And they may fall short of the hype.
By: Michael Pelly
The outgoing ASIC chief says the regulator wants to help courts “get to the heart” of cases more quickly.
Justice Robert Beech-Jones’ combative speech took aim at a conservative legal society — and exposed tensions inside the High Court.
The native title battle between the Yindjibarndi people of the Pilbara and mining giant Fortescue will likely end up in the High Court — again.
