A departing law firm partner was ordered to hand back just over $308,000 in overdrawn profits.

Lawyers Weekly is thrilled to unveil – exclusively for subscribers of Lawyers Weekly Premium – the second annual M&A Dealmakers ranking, showcasing the best-performing M&A dealmakers Down Under over the past year.

If this was my final note to the world, I would say this: in a world full of darkness, be light, and in a world that is unkind, be kind, writes an anonymous Australian lawyer. (Content warning: This story contains content that deals with significant mental health distress and suicide ideation. Discretion is advised. Helplines are available below.)

With AI-driven pricing more prevalent, lawyers must grapple with algorithms that adjust prices based on consumer behaviour, demand, and market conditions.