SME law firms ‘in a stronger position than ever’, given rise of AI and legal tech

The advent of artificial intelligence and legal tech platforms in recent years has allowed boutique law firms to scale...

24 April 2025

By Jerome Doraisamy

Demand, fees, and headcount all up for Aussie firms in FY24–25 (so far)

New research shows that Australian law firms have seen strong results in the first half of this financial year – but...

24 March 2025

By Jerome Doraisamy

What law firms will be most attractive for private equity investments?

Amid trade wars and a potential US recession, an economic downturn may see increased demand for legal services. Such an...

21 March 2025

By Jerome Doraisamy

LegalVision to ‘aggressively’ grow following private equity investment

In conversation with Lawyers Weekly, LegalVision’s chief executive discussed the disruptor firm’s growth plans...

17 March 2025

By Jerome Doraisamy

Dentons’ Aussie chair and global CEO on regional opportunities and doing ‘more than law’

In a recent sit-down with Lawyers Weekly, the new Australian chair and global chief executive of BigLaw firm Dentons...

25 February 2025

By Jerome Doraisamy

Building a positive work culture in a BigLaw firm

Here, the current and incoming managing partners of a BigLaw firm share insights on the crucial importance of...

30 January 2025

By Jerome Doraisamy

Why Bird & Bird is eyeing Adelaide as part of its growth strategy

While global businesses may see the biggest capital cities as the natural locations for expansion, BigLaw player Bird...

06 January 2025

By Jerome Doraisamy

Proximity continues to bolster expert adviser ranks

Two senior practitioners have joined the Canberra office of Proximity as expert

01 November 2024

By Jerome Doraisamy

Colin Biggers & Paisley adds insurance team from Clyde & Co

National law firm Colin Biggers & Paisley has continued to bolster its insurance ranks, this time with the...

15 October 2024

By Jerome Doraisamy

Sparke Helmore opens in Cairns with trio from Holding Redlich

National law firm has expanded into northern Queensland, opening its 10th national office, with a trio from BigLaw...

30 September 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...

27 September 2024

By Jerome Doraisamy

A&O Shearman to cull 10% of partners

Global law firm A&O Shearman is set to embark on post-merger strategic changes, which will – among other things...

11 September 2024

By Jerome Doraisamy

AF Legal Group ‘in the early stages of a significant turnaround’

Listed national firm AF Legal Group (ASX: AFL) is optimistic about its prospects, having delivered revenue growth of 15...

05 September 2024

By Jerome Doraisamy

DWF acquires Aussie claims management business

Global law firm DWF has successfully completed its acquisition of Proclaim as part of its push to bolster its presence...

05 September 2024

By Jerome Doraisamy

NRF welcomes new Australia-based head of cyber practice

An award-winning lawyer has joined the partnership of Norton Rose Fulbright with her team and is set to head up the...

03 September 2024

By Jerome Doraisamy

Clayton Utz takes 4 Canberra-based partners from Minters

BigLaw firm Clayton Utz has moved to swell its senior ranks in the nation’s capital, with the nabbing of a quartet of...

22 August 2024

By Jerome Doraisamy

Adapting your firm during periods of low client retention and cash flow

In times of low client retention and cash flow, law firms must adopt innovative and cost-effective strategies to boost...

22 July 2024

By Jerome Doraisamy

Pearce IP adds another special counsel

Boutique intellectual property firm Pearce IP has appointed its 16th professional for the year to date, adding “one...

16 July 2024

By Jerome Doraisamy

Pearce IP continues growth with 15th hire this year

Pearce IP has hired a new executive lawyer and head of litigation in New Zealand, reportedly the firm’s 15th new team...

27 May 2024

By Lauren Croft

Spencer West enters Australian market

Global law firm Spencer West, which has over 300 partners worldwide and operates under a fee-sharing model, is...

13 May 2024

By Jerome Doraisamy