Shine Lawyers controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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Four Corners investigation into class-action fees
An ABC Four Corners documentary accused Shine Lawyers of grossly overcharging in class actions and exploiting vulnerable class members. The supplied material does not provide the broadcast date or a definitive regulatory conclusion.
Judicial criticism of litigation costs
Judges criticised aspects of costs claimed or charged in at least two proceedings, including the Western Australian stolen wages litigation and a Westpac class action. The comments addressed issues such as hourly rates, clerk work, pleadings, experts and travel expenses.