Preventative lawyering: A strategic imperative for modern legal practice
Preventive lawyering is more than a service; it is a mindset shift for both lawyers and businesses, writes Carrie Peterson.
SME LAW • Thu, 30 Jan 2025
‘Nothing has changed’: Bullying, discrimination, and harassment in law still rampant
A newly released report from South Australia highlights widespread legal workplace issues, permeated by power imbalances and hierarchical issues, leading to a majority of ...
POLITICS • Wed, 29 Jan 2025
ALSP market share hits US$28.5bn
Despite an emerging bifurcation between those that use alternative legal service providers and those that do not, the ALSP market is booming – with the advent of GenAI ...
CORPORATE COUNSEL • Wed, 29 Jan 2025
‘The deal pipeline is strong’ for lawyers in 2025
BigLaw partners are optimistic about the coming 12 months, citing an anticipated uptick in M&A activity.
BIG LAW • Wed, 29 Jan 2025
What happens if Dutton rolls back Right to Disconnect laws?
While aspiring prime minister Peter Dutton may intend to wind back the newly legislated Right to Disconnect, such a repeal may not have a significant impact on the ...
POLITICS • Wed, 29 Jan 2025
Building a positive work culture in a BigLaw firm
Here, the current and incoming managing partners of a BigLaw firm share insights on the crucial importance of cultivating a supportive workplace, emphasising that ...
BIG LAW • Wed, 29 Jan 2025
Hamilton Locke promotes 10
International law firm Hamilton Locke has named a new special counsel and nine new senior associates.
BIG LAW • Wed, 29 Jan 2025
Real estate partner joins Allens from Clayton Utz
Global law firm Allens has appointed a partner from BigLaw rival Clayton Utz, who is joining its real estate practice.
BIG LAW • Wed, 29 Jan 2025
‘Busy year’ expected for in-house talent, recruiter says
Newly created roles and “pent-up demand” for movement may well give rise to a flurry of recruitment activity for law departments nationwide, one recruiter has suggested
CORPORATE COUNSEL • Tue, 28 Jan 2025
