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Michael Pelly

Legal Writer

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Capital Brief

Preston's Summary

Michael Pelly is a Legal Writer at The Australian Financial Review. With over 40 years of experience in journalism and editing, he specializes in law and legal affairs, covering topics such as criminal law, litigation, civil and family law, as well as emerging areas like crypto regulation and cybersecurity. Michael's work has been featured in The Australian Financial Review and Capital Brief.

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Geo Focus

Australia (National)

Coverage Attributes:

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Informative: 63 %
Opinion: 9 %
Data Driven: 7 %
Interviews Q&as: 7 %
Events: 5 %

Themes Covered:

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Most Recent Topics:

  • Lawsuits
  • Civil Lawsuits
  • Mining Laws
  • Campus Life
  • College & University
  • University Research

Pitching Insights

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.

As his geographic focus is national (Australia), it’s important for pitches to center around domestic policies and regulations that directly impact the country's legal system and political environment.

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Articles

Capital Brief

Fair's fair

Fair's fair

By: Michael Pelly

Labor's Fair Work Court revives an old union ambition, but there are worries specialist benches politicise justice and leave taxpayers to carry the cost.

Capital Brief

NACC on your life

NACC on your life

By: Michael Pelly

Another blockbuster NSW ICAC inquiry into political donations is a good reminder of the stark contrast with its federal counterpart.

Capital Brief

Off the rails

Off the rails

By: Michael Pelly

KPMG's audit leaks scandal has claimed plenty of scalps. On Friday, attention shifts to the legal advice used to dismiss the whistleblower's claims.

Capital Brief

Scope opera

Scope opera

By: Michael Pelly

The law firms behind KPMG's whistleblower investigations came to parliament with a plan to concede nothing. And the more they resisted, the worse it got.

Capital Brief

With great respect

With great respect

By: Michael Pelly

Ian Jackman wants the High Court to rethink the implied freedom of political communication — and has taken a swipe at Chief Justice Stephen Gageler.

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Passing the bar

Passing the bar

By: Michael Pelly

Could Victoria's much-maligned chambers system become an AI trump card? The Victorian Bar certainly hopes so.

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