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Will lawyers reject employers that backslide on DEI?

With BigLaw firms in the United States (including some with Australian offices) coming under fire for their diversity,...

07 May 2025

By Jerome Doraisamy

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Are young lawyers taking ‘mini-retirements’?

While emerging legal professionals are certainly more sympathetic to the idea of taking a career break than previous...

30 April 2025

By Jerome Doraisamy

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6 Aussie law schools rank in top 100 globally

The QS World University Rankings have revealed the top universities for law and legal studies globally, with six...

14 April 2025

By Grace Robbie

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The value to lawyers of making mistakes

Few lawyers would be willing openly to discuss their mistakes as they would their successes, writes Ray...

28 March 2025

By Ray Steinwall

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Can travelling make you a better lawyer?

A better lawyer does not just come from experience; it also comes from gaining a wider perspective and better worldview...

27 March 2025

By Paul Ippolito

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The rise of the legalpreneur

The growing number of legalpreneurs marks a new era in the legal sector, writes Denise...

03 March 2025

By Denise Farmer

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Has the RBA’s rate cut greenlit job hunting for lawyers?

Now that the Reserve Bank has cut interest rates for the first time since November 2020, the door is potentially...

28 February 2025

By Kace O'Neill

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Supporting neurodivergent students in law

By empowering students to build their skills in an environment that respects their individuality, we create pathways...

24 January 2025

By Dr Peta Spyrou

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How to become an influential lawyer

In the competitive world of law, one key to standing out isn’t just about winning cases; it’s about influence....

10 January 2025

By Grace Robbie

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The psychological traits of an influential lawyer

While possessing legal knowledge and technical skills is undoubtedly essential, a cognitive behavioural therapist...

27 December 2024

By Grace Robbie

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Top 10 episodes for students and new lawyers in 2024

Check out the 10 podcast episodes that grabbed the most attention from Australia’s law students, graduates, and...

23 December 2024

By Lawyers Weekly

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Understanding the path from law student to qualified lawyer

The road to admission in your state or territory’s Supreme Court, to swear your oath, is somewhat unknown territory....

28 October 2024

By Karena Nicholls

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Sending the elevator back down for next-gen lawyers

Struggling to gain experience within a law firm herself, the founder of Australia’s first all-pink law firm discusses...

09 October 2024

By Grace Robbie

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Is it wise for students, grads to use ChatGPT to write a cover letter?

The use of ChatGPT, and other GenerativeAI tools, has fast become mainstream in educational and professional settings....

30 September 2024

By Kace O'Neill