Opinion

Legislative amendments could reshape family law matters

Late last month, Parliament passed two significant pieces of legislation that have ignited discussions and debates: the...

02 November 2023

By Hayder Shkara

How a legal background equips you for success in any industry

Being a lawyer comes with various transferable skills that can set you up for success in any industry, writes Laila...

25 October 2023

By Laila Sayed

Psychosocial risks are ‘no joke’ in law

Psychosocial risks are ever present in the legal profession – but Australian work health and safety rules have a...

24 October 2023

By Stefanie Costi

The legal pitfalls surrounding homebirths

While an exemption applies to privately practising midwives providing homebirth support, increased comprehensive...

18 October 2023

By Rachel Seager

Why lawyers should walk for mental health

Mental Health Day is a day dedicated to raising awareness of mental health issues around the world, writes Emmi...

12 October 2023

By Emmi Airaksinen

What firms should expect for the whole-of-government legal services tender process

With the Australian whole-of-government legal services tender process imminent, incumbent law firm providers and...

12 October 2023

By Amy Burton-Bradley

Copyright and patent law in the era of AI

Copyright law and patents only protect the work of human creators – and machines cannot be authors or inventors; they...

10 October 2023

By Lauren Croft

6 tips for lawyers to network more effectively

If you’re fearful or apprehensive about your capacity to network, these simple tips will help boost your confidence,...

06 October 2023

By Ben Paul

Doing justice to their story: The value of ‘deeply listening’ to clients

As a newly admitted lawyer to the profession, a great deal of my time is spent being mentored by the team and shadowing...

29 September 2023

By Lauren Croft

Legal leaders must have an executive presence on LinkedIn

Leaders across all sectors are rigorously scrutinised for personal integrity, organisational diligence, DEI and ESG...

28 September 2023

By Sue Parker