law students

Top tips for law students to ace exam season

As the exam season approaches, three law students have offered their most effective tips and tricks to help aspiring...

16 May 2025

By Grace Robbie

Carla Todaro continues to inspire next-gen lawyers

Five years after her passing, Carla Todaro’s calling continues to inspire and influence the next generation of legal...

12 May 2025

By Grace Robbie

How law students can combat burnout

While burnout has become an increasingly rapid (and almost accepted) part of being a law student, Aaron Lee shares the...

12 May 2025

By Grace Robbie

How slowing down your law degree can fast-track your success

By taking a more deliberate approach to her law degree, Charlotte Carles believes she has developed a stronger sense of...

28 April 2025

By Grace Robbie

PLT 'rethink' required but changes to costs ‘unlikely’, says College of Law head

NSW Chief Justice Andrew Bell has intensified his push for changes to PLT and advocated for a price reduction, but the...

16 April 2025

By Grace Robbie

Why this law student slowed down her degree

While many law students race to finish their degrees and jumpstart their careers, one law student has discovered the...

14 April 2025

By Grace Robbie

6 Aussie law schools rank in top 100 globally

The QS World University Rankings have revealed the top universities for law and legal studies globally, with six...

14 April 2025

By Grace Robbie

Almost all students use AI: What does this mean for the legal profession?

A UK-based survey has revealed a sharp increase in AI usage among university students, with over nine in 10 utilising...

25 March 2025

By Grace Robbie

‘Don’t lose hope’: Advice to law students making professional connections

As law students continue to face difficulties in establishing industry connections, a firm owner who has encountered...

17 March 2025

By Grace Robbie

How next-gen lawyers can build a professional network

With breaking into the legal profession remaining a significant challenge for law graduates and university students, a...

03 March 2025

By Grace Robbie

Don’t undersell yourself in law firm interviews

Avoiding common pitfalls: In my time interviewing lawyers over nearly 15 years, I have seen many candidates unknowingly...

17 February 2025

By Jerome Doraisamy

Law students drinking less, report finds

Despite being consistently ranked high for alcohol misuse, a recent report from the United States has revealed a...

17 February 2025

By Grace Robbie

Home ownership to be ‘more achievable’ for young lawyers with student debt

Emerging legal professionals saddled with student debt will soon have an easier time securing greater bank loans under...

17 February 2025

By Jerome Doraisamy

The value of gaining experience outside the legal profession

While many law students are eager to enter the competitive legal field right away, a current law student emphasises the...

03 February 2025

By Grace Robbie

Why boutique law firms should embrace clerkship programs

While numerous boutique law firms may overlook implementing a clerkship program amid their various responsibilities,...

30 January 2025

By Grace Robbie

Advice every first-year law student needs to succeed

For first-years, the transition into tertiary legal education can feel daunting and overwhelming. Here, two...

28 January 2025

By Grace Robbie

Supporting neurodivergent students in law

By empowering students to build their skills in an environment that respects their individuality, we create pathways...

24 January 2025

By Jerome Doraisamy

Challenges law students face when trying to break into the profession

For many law students, the journey to securing their first role in the legal profession is filled with numerous...

20 January 2025

By Grace Robbie

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