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Who’s winning the three big cases of the year? The lawyers, of course

Three of the biggest cases of 2023 have been back in court this week, with Ben Roberts-Smith, Lisa Wilkinson and Shane Drumgold all seeking vindication.

Michael Pelly
Michael PellyLegal editor

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Three of the biggest cases of last year were back in court this week for blockbuster sequels that prove the only sure winners on the legal system’s merry-go-round are lawyers.

Victoria Cross recipient Ben Roberts-Smith, media personality Lisa Wilkinson and former ACT prosecutor Shane Drumgold were all seeking vindication.

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Michael Pelly is the legal editor, based in our Sydney newsroom. He has been a senior adviser to federal and state attorneys-general and written two books, one a biography of former High Court Chief Justice Murray Gleeson. Email Michael at michael.pelly@afr.com

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