Russell McVeagh ex-partner admits unsatisfactory conduct for bulk of charges Newsroom 4 hrs ago
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Significant concessions come from a former law firm partner over allegations against him, as both sides make their closing statements in a disciplinary case with potentially far-reaching consequences.
A former Russell McVeagh partner accused of groping summer clerks has admitted to unsatisfactory conduct regarding the majority of charges against him, following a hearing which could set a standard for sexual behaviour in the legal profession.
However, the man has retained his interim name suppression for the time being, due to concerns about the wellbeing of his partner.