Global law firm Slater & Gordon, which is listed on the Australian Stock Exchange, could become the subject of a class action from aggrieved shareholders. Australian law firm Maurice Blackburn Lawyers confirmed shortly before Christmas that it was opening registrations to investors who acquired shares since 1 April 2015. A Slater & Gordon spokesperson said the company had not been notified of any legal proceedings but would continue to monitor the situation.
07 January 2016
Shareholder action?
MOVERS & SHAKERS
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NEWS
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