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How this lawyer’s tennis career served her up for success
After her career as a professional athlete, Jade Hopper has shared the valuable skills and lessons she gained...
28 April 2025
By Grace Robbie
What led this tennis prodigy to pursue a legal career
From competing in the Australian Open to winning gold at the Commonwealth Youth Games, Jade Hopper opens up about what...
31 March 2025
By Grace Robbie
An unconventional journey to becoming a special counsel
In a world where many law students follow the conventional path from high school to university and then to a legal...
13 August 2024
By Grace Robbie
Questions to ask yourself before leaping to a new role
As legal professionals consider potential shifts in their legal careers, an award-winning general counsel emphasises...
21 May 2024
By Grace Robbie
‘Competition is fierce’ for lawyers looking to move overseas
Post-pandemic, overseas travel is back on many people’s radars, including mid-level lawyers looking for a change in...
08 May 2024
By Lauren Croft
The importance of trial and error to find your ideal career path
The legal profession offers diverse career paths with abundant opportunities and varied work environments. To navigate...
29 April 2024
By Grace Robbie
‘Having a nonlinear pathway as a lawyer is a superpower’
While it’s common for lawyers to pursue a law degree and immediately enter the profession, Jeremy Koadlow’s...
29 April 2024
By Grace Robbie
Firms and recruiters must stop insulting job candidates
Recently, it was World Compliment Day. Set on the first day of March, it’s a terrific day to nudge positive...
08 March 2024
By Lauren Croft
Empowering Equality: nrol, Champions of Diversity in the Legal Profession
Empowering Equality: nrol, Champions of Diversity in the Legal Profession
nrol is on a mission to transform the legal industry by championing gender
29 September 2023
Sponsored by Edgel Wyne Santos
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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 Lauren Croft
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‘Little downside’ to young lawyers gaining experience through firm exchange
A lawyer exchange program is gaining global traction, with a number of associates and senior associates gaining work...
13 October 2023
By Lauren Croft
Empowering Legal Careers
Transforming Legal Careers: Your Path to Success with nrol
Discover how nrol is reshaping legal careers, offering expert guidance and international
29 September 2023
Sponsored by Julius Ponce
Empowering Legal Careers
Empowering Legal Careers: Celebrating Diversity and Excellence in the Legal Profession
Discover how nrol is championing diversity and excellence in the legal field through their specialised legal and legal...
31 August 2023
Sponsored by Jeremiah Samatra
Aboriginal Legal Career Pathways program to help Close the Gap in legal sector
A new legal careers program is set to increase the number of skilled and credentialled Aboriginal workforce in the...
07 August 2023
By Lauren Croft
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