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Being culturally empathetic
In the emotionally charged and ever-shifting landscape of immigration law, cultural empathy may well be the most critical skill that practitioners br…
1 year, 8 months ago
Unpacking the High Court’s Elisha decision
In December, the High Court of Australia overturned a 115-year-old precedent and determined that “sham” terminations can cause psychiatric injury. He…
1 year, 8 months ago
Pricing models in the age of AI
The rise of generative AI and other new technologies not only changes the nature of legal practice but also client expectations and demands. Here, we…
1 year, 8 months ago
Why everyone wants to be an energy lawyer right now
Energy and resources is, and will continue to be, an incredibly busy practice area. Here, a BigLaw partner reflects on what it’s like to work in this…
1 year, 8 months ago
Protégé: How this neurodiverse lawyer paved a pathway to success
While things are improving, traditionally, professions like law have not catered well to a diversity of idiosyncratic personal needs. Here, one senio…
1 year, 8 months ago
Pro bono is ‘no longer a tick box’ for big firms
For this BigLaw special counsel, it has been hugely encouraging to see the elevated investments and priority being placed on pro bono by Australia’s …
1 year, 8 months ago
Protégé: Entering law as a first-generation student
For anyone, starting law school is enormously challenging, both personally and professionally. For first-generation Australians, there are additional…
1 year, 8 months ago
Improving the national approach to workers’ compensation
The exiting national workers’ compensation scheme, one principal argues, is “certainly not fit for purpose” and shouldn’t be implemented nationwide. …
1 year, 8 months ago
Why the AML reforms have caused such a stir
The new anti-money laundering reforms are part of a “perfect regulatory storm” that professionals like lawyers have to grapple with. With new reporti…
1 year, 9 months ago
Protege: Why is it more difficult for law students to secure employment?
The challenge of securing employment and opportunities within the legal profession has become increasingly formidable for the next generation of lawy…
1 year, 9 months ago