What ‘water cooler’ chats with junior lawyers must look like in FY25–26 and beyond

Much has been made in recent years about the potential death of incidental, in-person interaction and learning...

07 May 2025

By Jerome Doraisamy

Can next-gen lawyers ‘flourish in a broken system’?

Young lawyers and law students are more attuned to the importance of self-care than any previous cohort. However, there...

07 May 2025

By Jerome Doraisamy

How lawyers can step up in their communities

Amid a rapidly evolving legal landscape, Emily Mawson urges young lawyers to break out of the legal bubble and dive...

02 May 2025

By Grace Robbie

Are young lawyers taking ‘mini-retirements’?

While emerging legal professionals are certainly more sympathetic to the idea of taking a career break than previous...

30 April 2025

By Jerome Doraisamy

Where do young lawyers want to work?

Following the release of the 2024–25 Top 25 Attraction Firms ranking, Lawyers Weekly dives into the data to uncover...

22 April 2025

By Grace Robbie

Australia needs more young voices in Parliament, says KWM lawyer and LNP candidate

On a mission to make history as one of the youngest people ever elected to Parliament, Leon Rebello highlighted the...

16 April 2025

By Grace Robbie

How young lawyers can build distinctive brands

Given the increasing importance of establishing a unique and influential legal brand, three legal professionals share...

12 March 2025

By Grace Robbie

30 Under 30 Awards winners unveiled for 2025

A total of 30 winners have been selected out of over 280 finalists at this year’s 30 Under 30...

06 March 2025

By Jerome Doraisamy

Is AI the new junior lawyer?

To make the most of opportunities presented by AI without sacrificing (or neglecting) the development of junior...

03 March 2025

By Jerome Doraisamy

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

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

What partners want from junior lawyers in 2025

Mindset, enthusiasm, and adaptability have long been sought-after traits for the next generations. This year, such...

20 January 2025

By Jerome Doraisamy

How to better advocate for yourself as an emerging lawyer

To assist those navigating the challenges associated with starting their legal career, Jessica Karevski provides...

06 January 2025

By Grace Robbie

How young lawyers are redefining wellbeing

As younger lawyers increasingly prioritise their wellbeing alongside their career ambitions, the president of the LIV...

06 January 2025

By Grace Robbie

Top 10 stories for graduates and young lawyers in 2024

Here, Lawyers Weekly counts down the most-read stories pertaining to the day-to-day experience of legal graduates and...

06 January 2025

By Lauren Croft

Top 10 episodes for students and new lawyers in 2024

Check out the 10 podcast episodes that grabbed the most attention from Australia’s law students, graduates, and...

23 December 2024

By Jerome Doraisamy

Evergreen and emerging challenges facing young lawyers

The legal profession has always faced its fair share of challenges, but these obstacles have become increasingly...

09 December 2024

By Grace Robbie

Young lawyers with diverse backgrounds should use it as a ‘superpower’ not ‘kryptonite’

Given the unique challenges young lawyers from diverse backgrounds face at the start of their careers, two senior legal...

22 November 2024

By Grace Robbie

Understanding the path from law student to qualified lawyer

The road to admission in your state or territory’s Supreme Court, to swear your oath, is somewhat unknown territory....

28 October 2024

By Jerome Doraisamy

How young lawyers can master the art of negotiation

Negotiating can be an intimidating aspect of a lawyer’s job, especially for younger lawyers. Here, Glin Bayley offers...

14 October 2024

By Grace Robbie