The head of the National Anti-Corruption Commission, Paul Brereton, has warned lawyers against giving risk advice to clients and hinted at inquiries involving the consulting sector.
In a speech described as “perfect” by Geoffrey Watson, SC, of the Centre for Public Integrity, Mr Brereton laid out an expansive vision for the new body.
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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
