Baybridge strengthens property expertise with special counsel appointment
Sydney-based boutique firm Baybridge Lawyers has bolstered its property capabilities with the addition of a special counsel who brings over 20 years of experience in ...
SME LAW • Tue, 17 Feb 2026
Your legal team must be business-facing – or risk being left behind
As the legal landscape continues to shift, one general counsel warns that in-house teams that fail to transform from narrow legal gatekeepers into proactive, ...
CORPORATE COUNSEL • Tue, 17 Feb 2026
The professional edge law students gain from law society involvement
In a sea of brilliant law students all mastering the same academic knowledge, one student has stressed it’s those who’ve honed their soft skills, sharpened their ...
SME LAW • Mon, 16 Feb 2026
Prioritise people over billables to improve wellness in law
While lawyers’ mental wellbeing has long been sidelined and kept behind closed doors, Tammi McDermott has warned the profession that prioritising it can no longer wait – ...
SME LAW • Mon, 16 Feb 2026
Ashurst takes M&A partner from HSF Kramer
Global law firm Ashurst has strengthened its mergers and acquisitions team with the appointment of a partner from rival firm Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer.
BIG LAW • Sun, 15 Feb 2026
Why AI won’t ‘kill’ the law — but could quietly undermine it if left unchecked
Claims that AI will “kill” the legal profession are everywhere, but not everyone is buying the hype. Instead, Jean Gan warns that the real danger isn’t AI itself – it’s ...
SME LAW • Sun, 15 Feb 2026
College of Law appoints director of innovation to lead AI strategy
The College of Law has named a new director of innovation to drive the institution’s artificial intelligence and innovation agenda.
SME LAW • Thu, 12 Feb 2026
Lawyer struck off for lying on CV to BigLaw firm
A solicitor has been struck off after repeatedly lying about his education, qualifications, and practising certificate in an attempt to secure a role at a BigLaw firm.
BIG LAW • Thu, 12 Feb 2026
A firm owner’s guide to successfully transitioning to a hybrid practice model
As firm owners are increasingly encouraged to rethink traditional practice models and embrace a hybrid approach in response to clients turning to technology for DIY legal ...
SME LAW • Thu, 12 Feb 2026
