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.
Cornford-Scott Lawyers adds senior associate
Queensland boutique Cornford-Scott Lawyers has added a new senior associate to its ranks, who brings more than eight years of experience to the firm.
SME LAW • Thu, 07 Nov 2024
2 partners promoted to energy leads at HSF
International law firm Herbert Smith Freehills has appointed a global sector co-lead partner for its energy practice, as well as a head of energy.
BIG LAW • Wed, 06 Nov 2024
The importance of ‘proactively’ having conversations around development
The partnership model in Australian firms, according to one leadership coach, means that senior lawyers “hang on for far too long” rather than putting effort into ...
BIG LAW • Sun, 03 Nov 2024
Ashurst nabs CIO from NRF
Global law firm Ashurst has appointed a new chief information officer based in London, who joins from BigLaw rival Norton Rose Fulbright.
BIG LAW • Sun, 03 Nov 2024
Tony Macvean: ‘I’m really optimistic about the prospects for our firm and our people’
During his time as managing partner, Hall & Wilcox partner Tony Macvean says culture was a big priority – and he remains optimistic about both the future of the firm ...
BIG LAW • Mon, 28 Oct 2024
The ‘pivotal role’ of supervisors for legal grads
For legal graduates heading into the workforce, employers need to provide clear expectations around roles and hours, as well as proper supervision and guidance, according ...
BIG LAW • Mon, 28 Oct 2024
Ashurst adds 3 risk advisory partners, launches new transformation risk offering
Within its risk consulting division, Ashurst has developed a new transformation risk offering and appointed three new partners, who bring a combined 66 years of ...
BIG LAW • Sun, 27 Oct 2024
An ‘intersectional approach’ is crucial when dealing with workplace harassment claims
According to the sex discrimination commissioner, understanding the “nuance” of workplace harassment and discrimination claims is crucial for Australian legal ...
BIG LAW • Thu, 24 Oct 2024
LawCPD launches free tool for lawyers
Online legal education provider LawCPD has launched a free tracking tool for lawyers, which allows them to easily upload, track, and monitor their CPD records from ...
BIG LAW • Wed, 23 Oct 2024