Court volunteers celebrated for decades of endless support

For over 45 years, volunteers from the Court Network have been ready and willing to lend a hand, a shoulder to cry on,...

11 April 2025

By Naomi Neilson

Class actions lawyers hit back at potential capping of fees

As class action fees and litigation funding costs come under increased scrutiny, class action lawyers say capping...

12 February 2025

By Lauren Croft

Genevieve Collins on leaving Landers after 40 years

Last month, it was announced that Lander & Rogers chief executive partner Genevieve Collins will step down from her...

12 December 2024

By Lauren Croft

Gilchrist Connell’s chief people officer named new CEO

In what is likely a major first for the legal profession, insurance firm Gilchrist Connell has named a new CEO with an...

28 November 2024

By Naomi Neilson

Lawyer-studded play ‘Consent’ makes justice the victim

Consent, performed by an all-lawyer ensemble, invites its audience on a “rollercoaster” experience and challenges...

01 November 2024

By Naomi Neilson

‘Matia’ and the transition from law to fiction writing

A dream to one day publish a novel followed Emily Tsokos Purtill throughout her legal career until she finally had a...

30 October 2024

By Naomi Neilson

Behind the ‘significant penalties’ looming over Coles and Woolworths

With Coles and Woolworths heading to court over their allegedly misleading discount claims, a partner and senior...

21 October 2024

By Naomi Neilson

How a solicitor advocate took on a cold case murder trial

A lawyer with a unique role in the court system fought a “gung-ho” team of cops intent on charging his client with...

07 August 2024

By Naomi Neilson

Navigating AI regulation in the profession

As AI tech continues to revolutionise legal workflows, the legal profession must address how and to what extent AI...

03 July 2024

By Lauren Croft

Leaders must ‘embody’ their ideal culture

Positive wellness in legal leaders can impact an overall team’s mental health and prevent burnout, while exhausted...

05 June 2024

By Lauren Croft

Are firms using alternative benefits as bargaining chips as salaries stall?

As legal salaries and raises potentially slow, are lawyers accepting alternative benefits alongside a promotion – or...

03 June 2024

By Lauren Croft

‘With great power comes great responsibility’: The emergence of AI washing

Incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) into business operations offers numerous advantages, giving organisations a...

22 May 2024

By Lauren Croft

‘Competition is fierce’ for lawyers looking to move overseas

Post-pandemic, overseas travel is back on many people’s radars, including mid-level lawyers looking for a change in...

08 May 2024

By Lauren Croft

Are BigLaw firms using AI to its full potential?

As emerging technologies and generative artificial intelligence (AI) become commonplace in legal workplaces, firms can...

24 April 2024

By Lauren Croft

Employee retention now ‘critical’ strategic move for firms

In the current legal landscape, the competition for top talent is fierce, with law firms vying to attract and retain...

10 April 2024

By Lauren Croft

Being ‘proactive’ amid new financial services regulations

In the realm of financial services and funds law in Australia, 2024 has already been marked by a number of key...

27 March 2024

By Lauren Croft

‘Boundless’ opportunities for women in space law

As outer space becomes more commonly explored and nations across the globe continue to invest in space exploration,...

13 March 2024

By Lauren Croft

‘Expectations are higher’ for firms trying to attract Gen Z talent

Generational workplace trends will, in 2024, have a significant impact on the Australian legal profession. Here, legal...

28 February 2024

By Lauren Croft

2024 ‘another big year for cyber’ following massive breaches and resulting OAIC investigations

Following several high-profile data breaches affecting millions of Australians, cyber security and cyber attacks have...

26 February 2024

By Lauren Croft

The ‘dynamic and ever-growing’ area of proptech law

In an increasingly digital world, technology is reshaping real estate transactions and compliance. In turn, a new...

14 February 2024

By Lauren Croft