law students

‘Fear mongering’: Why AI won’t wipe out junior lawyer jobs
With headlines warning that AI is coming for junior lawyers becoming impossible to escape, one law student is pushing...
17 August 2026
By Grace Robbie
Stop racing to the finish line: Law student calls for rethink of the legal journey
For many law students, the goal is simple: get through the degree as quickly as possible, complete practical legal...
03 August 2026
By Grace Robbie
The power of one connection: How mentors and sponsors can shape a lawyer’s career
Building a professional network may feel uncomfortable – and even unnecessary – for many aspiring lawyers, but one...
03 August 2026
By Grace Robbie
‘Is anyone really coping?’: Why the ‘ideal law student’ is becoming an impossible benchmark
Earning top grades, securing a clerkship, and building the perfect CV have long been seen as the hallmarks of the ideal...
20 July 2026
By Grace Robbie
‘Talent is everywhere, but opportunity is not’: How equity scholarships can open doors for law students
For countless aspiring law students, talent and ambition alone are not enough to pursue a legal education, with...
20 July 2026
By Grace Robbie
Alarm over declining Indigenous solicitor numbers drives new NSW Law Society foundation
A decade-long decline in Indigenous solicitor numbers has prompted the Law Society of NSW to launch a new foundation...
14 July 2026
By Grace Robbie
Bond University crowned world champions at ICC moot court
Students from the Queensland-based university have taken out the title at the world’s largest English-language...
06 July 2026
By Grace Robbie
UNSW to open new $65m campus in Parramatta
One of Australia’s highest-ranked universities is set to expand its footprint by unveiling its plans to establish a...
22 June 2026
By Grace Robbie
The simple habits that make junior lawyers better on the phone
As email threads and messaging platforms increasingly dominate workplace communication, two senior members of the...
08 June 2026
By Grace Robbie
How studying abroad can transform your legal career path in unexpected ways
While studying abroad is often painted as a once-in-a-lifetime cultural adventure filled with unforgettable memories,...
08 June 2026
By Grace Robbie
‘The million-dollar question’: How AI is reshaping legal education and entry into law
Concerns about AI displacing law graduate roles, following developments at MinterEllison, are forcing universities to...
03 June 2026
By Grace Robbie
257m students put at risk in massive Canvas data breach
A massive Canvas data breach has impacted students at Australia’s top universities, disrupting classroom operations...
11 May 2026
By David Hollingworth and Grace Robbie
Why taking the leap to study abroad is worth it
While studying overseas can feel like a daunting step for many law students, one student has stressed that taking the...
11 May 2026
By Grace Robbie
The power of yes: How saying yes can shape your legal career
For young lawyers, diving into challenging tasks can feel intimidating, but one fast-rising partner credits her rapid...
13 April 2026
By Grace Robbie
8 tips to succeed in law firm clerkship and grad applications
While there is no one-size-fits-all approach, there are practical steps that every law student can take to improve...
27 March 2026
By Hugo Morgan
Tips for law students who want to get active in their law student society
Getting involved in your university’s law society can feel overwhelming, like there’s more to navigate than meets...
02 March 2026
By Grace Robbie
Inside the legal job hunt: Lessons from top law graduates
Landing that first role for law graduates now feels like navigating a labyrinth of scarce opportunities, rejection...
25 February 2026
By Grace Robbie
The professional edge law students gain from law society involvement
In a sea of brilliant law students all mastering the same academic knowledge, one student has stressed it’s those...
16 February 2026
By Grace Robbie
Which law schools are producing the most rising stars?
Ahead of the 30 Under 30 Awards 2026, Lawyers Weekly can reveal which law schools have defined the decade to date in...
30 January 2026
By Grace Robbie
Which law schools did 2026’s 30 Under 30 finalists attend?
Following the announcement of this year’s 30 Under 30 finalists, Lawyers Weekly can reveal which Australian law...
14 January 2026
By Grace Robbie