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Procurement rules target law firms that overwork staff

David Marin-Guzman and Hannah Wootton
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Law firms that fail to address overworking of staff risk losing lucrative government work under rules introduced by the Victorian government.

The Andrews government has brought in new safety requirements as part of its legal procurement policy following unprecedented regulator inquiries into top-tier firms over claims of fatigue and long hours involving junior lawyers.

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David Marin-Guzman writes about industrial relations, workplace, policy and leadership from Sydney. Connect with David on Twitter. Email David at david.marin-guzman@afr.com
Hannah Wootton is a Rear Window columnist, based in Melbourne. Connect with Hannah on Twitter. Email Hannah at hannah.wootton@afr.com
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