Opinion

Creating a culture of wellbeing in law firms

Now more than ever, fostering a culture of wellbeing in law firms is a professional necessity for the success of our...

09 October 2024

By Belinda Winter

Why 12 Angry Men is the best legal movie

For me, there is no better cinematic encapsulation of the pursuit of justice in our common law system than the 1957...

04 October 2024

By Jerome Doraisamy

Capturing the BD vision within your firm

Here are five steps to help engage your workforce in business development practices, writes Hans Morse.

27 September 2024

By Hans Morse

How new laws could cater for disputes over pets

As any family lawyer will tell you, informing a client that their beloved furry friend is lumped into the property...

26 September 2024

By Briony Robertson

Arbitration preferable to slow and expensive court processes

The court system in Queensland is too slow, expensive, and unpredictable, with people seeking justice often better off...

25 September 2024

By Dan Creevey

Right to Disconnect: Feasible or fantasy for lawyers?

The “Right to Disconnect” law throws a curveball at law firms, forcing them to rethink how they operate. But it’s...

24 September 2024

By Evana Diep

Why you should never stop networking

Networking, brand building, marketing oneself, and knowing and selling your value are among the most important skills a...

18 September 2024

By Paul Ippolito

Family lawyers are combating burnout by doing law differently

While collaborative practice is not the answer to every situation, the opportunity to think about, and do, separation...

12 September 2024

By Aileen Slattery

Elder law is a growing area of legal practice. Here’s why

As Australians live longer and our ageing population grows, elder law is becoming increasingly important – especially...

09 September 2024

By Catherine Henry

The 4 non-negotiables of a resilient, responsible firm in digital Australia

As the nation becomes increasingly digitised, there are fundamental steps that professional services businesses must...

06 September 2024

By Hana Lee and Nick D’Orazio