The term “influencer” conjures up negative perceptions for some, but there is a growing cohort of legal professionals who are changing the game for professional branding, networking and knowledge-sharing. Such professionals are reshaping how business can and, perhaps should, be done in the future.

Reflecting on the boycott of a United States firm, aspiring Australian lawyers have flagged that legal practices here are not immune from the same backlash if they do not take appropriate steps to address the worsening climate change crisis – or, if in their legal work, they actively support and contribute to the ongoing harm.

Wellness initiatives, hybrid working, innovation and flexibility are a few key ramifications of the pandemic – and “the war for talent” means firms need to step it up a notch in terms of their workplace cultures.