The legacy of William Ah Ket, Australia's first lawyer of Chinese descent

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It's 150 years since the birth of William Ah Ket, Australia's first lawyer of Chinese descent.He was involved in two significant legal victories that kicked back against laws that discriminated against Asian Australians in the early 20th century.The Law Report explores the life and career of this remarkable Australian, his achievements and how his legacy resonates today.

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