Firm receives ‘overwhelmingly positive’ feedback on lockdown initiatives
From charity donations to care packages and an afternoon off, Shine Lawyers has a number of new initiatives to help the firm’s staff through lockdowns – for which the COO ...
BIG LAW • Tue, 07 Sep 2021
Lessons after moving from corporate to creative roles
These three former legal counsels all left the profession for more creative careers and have learnt a number of lessons along the way.
CORPORATE COUNSEL • Tue, 07 Sep 2021
What it's like working in-house in the education sector
Whilst working in the education sector means varied days within an accelerating industry, there are also a number of challenges present for in-house lawyers in the space
CORPORATE COUNSEL • Tue, 07 Sep 2021
‘More needs to be done’ to ensure diversity and inclusion remains a priority
Tough, organic conversations will ensure diversity and inclusion don’t remain “buzz phrases” within firms, according to one legal counsel.
CORPORATE COUNSEL • Tue, 07 Sep 2021
National Dust Disease Taskforce report ‘fell short’, occupational diseases lawyers say
Recent changes to Victorian WorkCover legislation were welcomed by sufferers of silicosis, but more work is needed to ensure workers have “fair access to justice”.
POLITICS • Mon, 06 Sep 2021
‘There will be more fallout from the big firms’: The rise of solo practitioners and firm mergers
With the number of private practices declining over recent years as the number of sole practitioners rises, where does the future of the profession lie?
BIG LAW • Sun, 05 Sep 2021
The ups and downs of flexible working
Flexible working has become more prominent than ever post-pandemic. But while it may work for some, firms should consider the drawbacks of employees working remotely.
BIG LAW • Sun, 05 Sep 2021
Dance parties, online Olympics and daily playlists: How one global firm is navigating lockdown
Baker McKenzie has announced a range of new initiatives for staff, in a move the managing partner has said will foster a sense of community in the firm.
BIG LAW • Sun, 05 Sep 2021
Victoria to make public display of Nazi symbols illegal
Victoria is set to become to first Australian state or territory to ban the public display of Nazi symbols, with legislation due to be presented early next year.
POLITICS • Thu, 02 Sep 2021
