Lauren Croft

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Lauren is a journalist at Lawyers Weekly and graduated with a Bachelor of Journalism from Macleay College. Prior to joining Lawyers Weekly, she worked as a trade journalist for media and travel industry publications and Travel Weekly. Originally born in England, Lauren enjoys trying new bars and restaurants, attending music festivals and travelling. She is also a keen snowboarder and pre-pandemic, spent a season living in a French ski resort.

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Swaab makes 2 lateral hires

Sydney-based firm Swaab has appointed a new construction partner, as well as a new associate in its commercial practice.

BIG LAW • Tue, 22 Apr 2025

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When implementing AI, ‘it’s not enough just to have ROI’ anymore

Speaking recently at Lawyers Weekly Tech Innovate 2025, one technology leader explored how law firms and legal teams can maximise AI’s impact and focus more on their ...

NEWLAW • Mon, 21 Apr 2025

Smartsheet appoints new GC, plus chief product officer

AI-driven work management platform Smartsheet has appointed two senior leaders: a general counsel and a chief product officer.

CORPORATE COUNSEL • Mon, 21 Apr 2025

Mary Technology reveals new type of legal tech: Fact management systems

Legal tech company Mary Technology has unveiled a new type of legal tech to address “fact chaos” – something the provider says is a widespread problem.

BIG LAW • Wed, 16 Apr 2025

Lextech appoints former Dye & Durham head as new CEO

Legal services and mortgage processing provider Lextech has appointed both a new CEO and a chief growth officer in a move to drive “innovation and efficiency”.

BIG LAW • Wed, 16 Apr 2025

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McCullough Robertson adds 2 partners in Brisbane, Sydney

East coast-based firm McCullough Robertson has bolstered its estates and finance practices with the addition of two new partners, who bring a combined 33 years of legal ...

BIG LAW • Tue, 15 Apr 2025

HSF adds real estate partner from Corrs

International law firm Herbert Smith Freehills has added a new partner in Sydney, who joins from BigLaw rival Corrs Chambers Westgarth.

BIG LAW • Mon, 14 Apr 2025

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Key considerations in ‘getting the stack right’

In a recent panel discussion as part of Lawyers Weekly Tech Innovate 2025, three legal tech experts unpacked the key considerations for evaluating and adopting legal ...

BIG LAW • Mon, 14 Apr 2025

Moray & Agnew adds corporate and commercial partner

National law firm Moray & Agnew has added a new partner in its corporate and commercial practice – making this the third lateral partner appointment since the ...

BIG LAW • Sun, 13 Apr 2025

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