Diversity

Ketanji Brown Jackson’s confirmation a ‘catalyst for opportunity’ in Australia

The “landmark” development of the first African-American woman being confirmed to the United States Supreme Court...

08 April 2022

By Jerome Doraisamy

‘Diversity of thought’ key to a sustainable future

Getting to net zero will require open conversations, collaboration and diverse leadership – both in larger and SME...

31 March 2022

By Lauren Croft

Firms need to work together to create ‘truly inclusive organisations’

Following the release of the Workplace Gender Equality Agency list of Employers of Choice for Gender Equality, two...

28 March 2022

By Lauren Croft

LEAP, Lawyers Weekly enter into diversity partnership

Legal practice management software company LEAP has joined Lawyers Weekly as the official Diversity Partner for 2022.

11 March 2022

By Jerome Doraisamy

International Women’s Day: BigLaw firms on diversity and inclusion

On International Women’s Day 2022, some of Australia’s biggest firms have reflected on the #BreakTheBias theme,...

08 March 2022

By Naomi Neilson

The power of making noise

Through their actions, the next generation of leaders have demonstrated that they are not afraid to make noise, nor are...

14 February 2022

By Jemma Barnard

Diversity and inclusion progress ‘slow and frustrating’

Despite the efforts and the assurances from leading global companies to address the underrepresentation and promote...

04 February 2022

By Naomi Neilson

‘The diversity and breadth of deals is as exciting as ever’

Deal-makers will play an increasing role in helping their clients navigate regulatory and tech-related challenges,...

02 February 2022

By Lauren Croft

‘We want to be the leading global law firm for diversity and inclusion’

Herbert Smith Freehills has launched a new commitment across its global offices to prioritise disability inclusion, in...

21 December 2021

By Lauren Croft

‘Human-centric’ approaches critical post-pandemic

Firms that fail to embrace change moving forward will be left behind, says this founder and principal lawyer.

09 December 2021

By Lauren Croft