Jerome Doraisamy is the managing editor of professional services (including Lawyers Weekly, HR Leader, Accountants Daily, and Accounting Times). He is also the author of The Wellness Doctrines book series, an admitted solicitor in New South Wales, and a board director of the Minds Count Foundation. You can email Jerome at: [email protected]
Self-representation in the Family Court is on the rise – and it’s undermining the system
The sharp rise in self-represented litigants is a trend within the Australian family law space that is quickly becoming hard to ignore, writes Michael Tiyce.
SME LAW • Mon, 28 Jul 2025
Trauma-informed lawyering: Supporting clients through compensation claims
The personal injury claim process can be a daunting and emotionally taxing journey for anyone involved, writes Libby Thomas.
SME LAW • Sun, 27 Jul 2025
‘Wankers’, tax debts, and unspoken privilege: What’s hot in law this week (21–25 July)
This week, a lawyer who faced disciplinary action for “grossly discourteous” language was struck from the role, and a BigLaw head discussed the need for lawyers to think ...
BIG LAW • Fri, 25 Jul 2025
Intuition in the courtroom: Friend or foe?
Lawyers are trained to think deliberately, with precision and restraint. Statutes, precedents, and processes form the bedrock of legal reasoning. And yet, many ...
THE BAR • Thu, 24 Jul 2025
Law firms must act now on AML ‘blind spots’
Underestimating the scope, over-reliance on tech and siloing compliance are areas firms must be aware of.
BIG LAW • Wed, 23 Jul 2025
How can lawyers take a seat at the top table as strategic advisers
Lawyers are entitled to take a seat at the top table, but that position is earned, not just assumed, writes Robert Skeffington.
CORPORATE COUNSEL • Wed, 23 Jul 2025
Clifford Chance’s head on why lawyers should only plan 2 years in advance
In a recent video interview, the Australian managing partner of global firm Clifford Chance reflected on some of the best career advice he’s received over the years, ...
BIG LAW • Tue, 22 Jul 2025
How lawyers should advise clients when the CEO is in crisis
The next time a CEO crisis crosses your desk, don’t just brief your client on regulatory obligations or defamation thresholds, writes Amanda Lacey.
BIG LAW • Tue, 22 Jul 2025
Lawyers are operating in period of ‘polycrisis’, says Clyde & Co head
Ahead of her appearance at the upcoming Australian Law Forum, the managing partner of a BigLaw firm discussed how lawyers need to navigate risk and the regulatory ...
BIG LAW • Mon, 21 Jul 2025