Podcast Transcript
The surprising leadership trait that defines strong in-house legal leaders
In the high-pressure world of corporate law, technical expertise and strategic thinking are often seen as the hallmarks...
31 March 2026
By Grace Robbie
The timeless skills that continue to define great lawyers
While many argue that artificial intelligence is reshaping what it means to be a successful lawyer, David Fischl...
30 March 2026
By Grace Robbie
Why non-traditional hires are becoming law firms’ competitive advantage
Law firms are being challenged to move beyond the traditional “cookie-cutter” hiring model, as professionals from...
30 March 2026
By Grace Robbie
The long lunch isn’t dead – it’s evolving
Once a cornerstone of legal business development, the traditional “long lunch” has largely faded from “an...
26 March 2026
By Grace Robbie
Why boutique firms risk losing momentum when trying to do too much at once
Small-firm founders often begin with ambitious plans to offer a wide range of services and build multiple revenue...
19 March 2026
By Grace Robbie
How in-house lawyers can make a bigger impact in their community
For many in-house lawyers, the daily grind can feel relentless, leaving little time to make an impact beyond the...
17 March 2026
By Grace Robbie
‘Never been a better time’: AI set to fast-track junior lawyers’ careers
While concerns persist that AI could automate many traditional legal tasks and reshape the profession, one legal tech...
16 March 2026
By Grace Robbie
How one journalist leapt from chasing stories to chasing justice
Having reported for Australia’s top media outlets for over a quarter of a century, Naomi Shivaraman reveals how she...
16 March 2026
By Grace Robbie
Why corporate counsel must step up beyond the office to advance their careers
While many lawyers believe that laser-focused advancement up the corporate ladder is the key to career purpose, one...
10 March 2026
By Grace Robbie
The need for lawyers to focus on thriving, not just surviving
The legal profession carries prestige and intellectual weight, but beneath the surface, it demands long hours, constant...
05 March 2026
By Grace Robbie
Has legal business partnering gone too far?
One general counsel has warned there may be risks inherent with the boundaries of strategic business collaboration from...
03 March 2026
By Grace Robbie
Beyond the traditional model: Why young lawyers should rethink careers and explore law’s entrepreneurial opportunities
For generations, the roadmap to success in law has followed the same script: secure a graduate role and climb the ranks...
19 February 2026
By Grace Robbie
Your legal team must be business-facing – or risk being left behind
As the legal landscape continues to shift, one general counsel warns that in-house teams that fail to transform from...
17 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
Prioritise people over billables to improve wellness in law
While lawyers’ mental wellbeing has long been sidelined and kept behind closed doors, Tammi McDermott has warned the...
16 February 2026
By Grace Robbie
A firm owner’s guide to successfully transitioning to a hybrid practice model
As firm owners are increasingly encouraged to rethink traditional practice models and embrace a hybrid approach in...
12 February 2026
By Grace Robbie
Mental health literacy critical for young lawyers, as the profession faces a crisis
As the legal profession grapples with a quiet but alarming mental health crisis, with nearly all lawyers experiencing a...
02 February 2026
By Grace Robbie
How young lawyers can build their own tribe – and why it should start now
With industry connections playing a far more significant role than simply expanding a LinkedIn network, Irene Kuo...
02 February 2026
By Grace Robbie
Why hybrid practices are a game changer in an era of DIY legal advice
Pioneering a new era in legal practice, family law sits at the forefront of innovation and flexibility, navigating a...
29 January 2026
By Grace Robbie
A lawyer’s guide to mastering financial literacy
As financial literacy is no longer a nice-to-have skill for lawyers – but increasingly central to long-term career...
29 January 2026
By Grace Robbie