Many believe that without the right connections, scoring a role at a global law firm is next to impossible. But one law student shattered that myth, using a single, laser-focused cold email to crack open a door few ever get through.
Arriving in a new country is never easy, but for Liberian law student Alfred Brownell, it was a struggle to find his footing and a sense of belonging. Here, Alfred Brownell shared how he was able to overcome these challenges and carve out a place for himself in Australia.
At the opening of the 2025 Australian Legal Convention, the High Court’s Chief Justice Stephen Gageler discussed the most pressing issues facing the judiciary and legal system, including the “dramatic decline” in public confidence, the “existential issues” posed by artificial intelligence, and the treatment of marginalised communities.
National law firm HopgoodGanim will welcome Natalie Kam as a partner to its family law practice in Perth in early December.
Attorney-General Michael Daley has congratulated four distinguished members of the legal profession who are set to join the ranks of the NSW District Court bench.
This past week, two of the world’s biggest firms joined forces, Western Australia named new silks, and a national law firm may be open to negligence action from a former client. Here is your weekly round-up of the biggest stories for Australia’s legal profession.
The online safety commission will consider enforcement options after Telegram discontinued its challenge of a $1 million penalty over its failure to respond to a transparency notice.
The Real Slim Shady has stood up – legally – filing a lawsuit against a Sydney-based brand that he claims has borrowed too closely from his iconic rap alter ego.
Less than 1 per cent of workers complain about bullying and harassment to peak bodies, writes Sapphire Parsons.
Attorney-General Michael Daley has congratulated two highly experienced barristers on their appointments to the Supreme Court of NSW’s bench.
