Jerome Doraisamy

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Jerome Doraisamy is the managing editor of Lawyers Weekly and HR Leader. 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]

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Are PIPs a ‘quiet firing’ tool for firms?

Performance improvement plans (PIPs) may be used by businesses, including law firms, that “lack the moral fibre to simply be upfront” and meaningfully address the ...

BIG LAW • Wed, 28 Aug 2024

Macpherson Kelley adds 2 principals from Sparke Helmore

Following the hiring of a new commercial principal last week, Macpherson Kelley has welcomed another two principals from a BigLaw rival, who will join the firm’s ...

BIG LAW • Wed, 28 Aug 2024

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A lawyer’s plea for better support for LGBTI elders

Despite significant strides towards equality in many areas of life, LGBTI elders remain among the most vulnerable, facing unique barriers that exacerbate the difficulties ...

POLITICS • Wed, 28 Aug 2024

HSF names new dispute resolution heads

A Hong Kong-based silk and a Perth-based partner have been appointed as new leaders of the dispute resolution practice at global law firm Herbert Smith Freehills.

BIG LAW • Wed, 28 Aug 2024

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Former BigLaw partner joins WRP

Adelaide-based full-service firm WRP Legal & Advisory has hired a new consultant.

SME LAW • Tue, 27 Aug 2024

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Roberts Crosbie Mortensen names new special counsel

NSW-based firm Roberts Crosbie Mortensen Lawyers has promoted a commercial litigation lawyer to special counsel.

SME LAW • Tue, 27 Aug 2024

Ex-PwC GC proposes big 4 watchdog, defends partnership model

Meredith Beattie says the sector needs more oversight to address cultural issues but has opposed calls to slash partner numbers.

CORPORATE COUNSEL • Tue, 27 Aug 2024

FWC finalises ‘intentionally minimalist’ Right to Disconnect award term

The Fair Work Commission has determined that the new award term for the recently legislated Right to Disconnect should be “intentionally minimalist in nature, reflecting ...

THE BAR • Sun, 25 Aug 2024

Are universities preparing law students for the real world?: Part 2

Here, four law students and graduates address and examine whether universities adequately equip their law students with the necessary knowledge to succeed once they get ...

CAREERS • Sun, 25 Aug 2024

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