Opinion

Why the Regulation of Legal Services (Scotland) Bill should not pass

While this bill presents an opportunity to modernise the regulation of legal services and improve consumer protections,...

18 July 2024

By Nicholas Collier

Firms that simply increase charge-out rates are selfish, fat, and lazy

Increasing prices is certainly one lever that can be used to help balance firm budgets, but I’d argue that law firms...

16 July 2024

By Travis Schultz

Understanding the vicious cycle: Representing DV offenders who are also the victims

I am often asked why I represent people that commit family violence. Here is my answer, writes Lauren Cassimatis.

12 July 2024

By Lauren Cassimatis

How social media is changing outcomes of family law matters

Permeating nearly every aspect of society, social media’s influence extends to family law cases within Australia with...

11 July 2024

By Michael Tiyce

Whiplash injury outcomes: No longer simply biomechanics

The traditional approach to whiplash-associated disorder is now being challenged by a more holistic assessment, with...

05 July 2024

By Dr Lisa N. Sharwood, in collaboration with Unisearch

Is Australia’s M&A market rebounding?

After a subdued three years, the M&A market in Australia may be shifting as interest rates look set to ease, write...

04 July 2024

By James Halliday and Liann Chan

Building a law firm without burning out

While burnout is the norm these days, building your law business does not have to mean sacrificing your health, writes...

27 June 2024

By Filipa Bellette

When it comes to insurance, cheaper doesn’t mean better

While better deals on top-up professional indemnity (PI) insurance will be welcome news for local law firms, it’s...

27 June 2024

By Will Laundy

Exploring the intersection between fashion and law

For emerging practitioners, venturing into fashion law is not just a career choice but also a compelling opportunity to...

27 June 2024

By Mariah Saad

This Pride, with the help of my firm, I am no longer hiding

The journey towards full equality and acceptance of the LGBTIAQ+ community is far from over, and I want to use my...

25 June 2024

By Martin Mallon