Nicola Gobbo, known as ‘Lawyer X’, has had her compensation claim against the state of Victoria dismissed by the court. Gobbo was seeking at least $800,000 in damages, alleging she was manipulated by Victoria Police into becoming a confidential informant in late 2005. The claim centered around accusations of being groomed by police for this purpose. Details of the court’s reasoning for dismissing the claim have not been immediately released. This case has garnered significant public attention in Victoria, Australia, due to the complex ethical and legal issues it raises regarding the use of informants and potential police misconduct. The outcome marks a setback for Gobbo in her legal battle with the state of Victoria. Further legal action is possible.