Why people skills are the real competitive advantage for in-house lawyers in the AI era
As artificial intelligence continues its rapid advancement across the legal profession, fundamentally changing how work is done, two general counsel have argued that ...
CORPORATE COUNSEL • Tue, 13 Jan 2026
6 legal tech trends that will redefine law firms, legal teams in 2026
As AI adoption soars to unprecedented levels across law firms and legal departments, a new NetDocuments report spotlights six legal tech trends set to redefine the ...
BIG LAW • Mon, 12 Jan 2026
G + T boosts M&A capability with global firm partner hire
National law firm Gilbert + Tobin has strengthened its mergers and acquisitions bench with the appointment of a partner to its corporate advisory group from international ...
BIG LAW • Mon, 12 Jan 2026
Australian legal NGO condemns US action in Venezuela, urges government denunciation
An Australia-based international law organisation has strongly criticised the US intervention in Venezuela, calling on the Australian government to publicly denounce the ...
BIG LAW • Mon, 12 Jan 2026
Top 10 premium stories in 2025
For lawyers seeking deeper insights, exclusive professional content, and the latest legal trends, Lawyers Weekly has launched Lawyers Weekly Premium. Here, we count down ...
BIG LAW • Sun, 11 Jan 2026
WA appoints first female Solicitor-General
The West Australian government has made history by appointing the first woman to serve as Solicitor-General.
APPOINTMENTS • Sun, 11 Jan 2026
Surge in ‘nervous shock’ claims fuels push for national reform
With mental illness-related compensation claims almost doubling since 2018, pressure is mounting on Australia’s insurance and legal systems, as two senior lawyers at ...
BIG LAW • Sun, 11 Jan 2026
Why more lawyers are designing their careers instead of enduring them
Historically, the legal profession has pushed a clear – if narrow – definition of success. However, Rachael Karlyl has argued that it’s no longer fit for purpose – and ...
BIG LAW • Thu, 08 Jan 2026
RCR Lawyers returns to original name ahead of 25th anniversary
As it nears its 25th anniversary, SME law firm RCR Lawyers has reverted to its original name, Rostron Carlyle Lawyers.
SME LAW • Thu, 08 Jan 2026
