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Criminal defence lawyer and CLM Insider founder Lauren Cassimatis joined The Morning Show to clarify misunderstood legal issues, including slow driving, shoplifting mistakes, and leaving kids in cars, helping Australians understand what’s truly against the law

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Criminal defence lawyer Lauren Cassimatis joins Weekend Today to discuss the rise in offences during the festive season, from drink driving and e-scooter DUIs to Christmas party disputes, and shares practical legal advice on staying safe, sensible and law-abiding.

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More than 230 guests gathered at The Grand Roxy in Brighton-Le-Sands, Sydney, on Sunday, March 8, for ‘Restoring Balance: Hellenic Women Leading Change,’ The Greek Herald’s International Women’s Day event presented in collaboration with the Greek Festival of Sydney.

With International Women’s Day (IWD) approaching on Sunday, March 8, The Greek Herald is pleased to announce the finalists for its 2026 Women’s Awards, recognising outstanding Hellenic Australian women whose leadership, service and achievements are shaping communities across Australia.

Criminal defence lawyer Lauren Cassimatis joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings to warn hat the combination of alcohol and “invincibility” during long weekends leads to a spike in avoidable criminal charges.

It’s called the silly season for a reason. By the time Christmas and New Year’s rolls around, most Aussies are feeling stressed, overworked and keen to blow off some steam with colleagues, friends and family.

Criminal defence lawyer Lauren Cassimatis from Gallant Law joined ABC Radio Melbourne Breakfast to explain the surprising ways Australians accidentally break the law at Christmas, including drink riding e-scooters, using others’ streaming accounts, taking the wrong presents and breaching council or local regulations.

“In and out of youth detention and jail from the age of 17, it didn’t take long for Jacob Little to find the perfect training ground for criminal offending.
The yard at the very place he had been sent to for committing a robbery became a masterclass on crime for the then-teenager.”

“Just over a month has passed since the Australian government introduced social media restrictions for children and teenagers under 16. Many have already found ways to circumvent the ban.”

Gallant Law is proud that Lauren Cassimitis has been named a Finalist for Thought Leader of the Year at the Women in Law Awards, recognising her dedication to improving access to justice and supporting vulnerable communities through compassionate, people-focused leadership.