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10 Apr 2017

Lawyers must learn to run their own race

Finding a way to forge your own path in law can be difficult, but in the experience of Queensland Law Society president Christine Smyth staying true t...

10 Apr 2017

WA welcomes new director of public prosecutions

The Law Society of Western Australia has announced that a new director of public prosecutions has been appointed for the state. Write comment ...

10 Apr 2017

10-year high in cross-border M&A

A recent report by a global law firm has found that global cross-border transactions reached a 10-year high in the first quarter of 2017. Writ...

7 Apr 2017

3 keys to law firm app development

In light of the ongoing digital disruption in law, Thomson Reuters has issued three key recommendations for firms looking to develop apps. Wri...

6 Apr 2017

Hotspots for legal roles revealed

A new report has shared which legal roles, both in-house and private practice, are currently drawing the most demand. Write comment (0 Commen...

5 Apr 2017

Lawyers condemn ‘gendered’ government stance on minimum wage

Women will suffer most, an Australian legal body says, following the federal response to the Fair Work Commission’s 2017 wage review. Write ...

4 Apr 2017

Facebook ‘mandate’ adds fuel to diversity movement in law

Facebook has followed HP in announcing a diversity target for outside law firms working on all its matters. Write comment (8 Comments) ...

4 Apr 2017

Companies urged to address climate risk

Four legal experts have established that the risks of climate change could expose businesses to shareholder class actions. Write comment (0 C...

3 Apr 2017

Top tips for briefing your barrister

Dealing with counsel can be stressful for practitioners, but there are easy ways for lawyers to make the most of their relationship with a barrister, ...

3 Apr 2017

National firm announces new hires

Growth is on the agenda for Macpherson Kelley, with the hire of a new Brisbane principal, in addition to new staff joining the Brisbane, Sydney and Me...

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Jun 21 2017

Promo season at Allens

A group of lawyers at Allens have received promotions across its PNG and Australian offices. ...

May 11 2017

Partner exits for in-house role

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May 11 2017

National firm recruits ‘major asset’

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Anzac Day reflections: Two-up and civic duty

With Anzac Day almost here, we should be aware of where we can legally play Two-up, and also conside...

Apr 11 2018

The role of young lawyers in normalising diversity

There are numerous avenues that individuals and institutions can take when promoting diversity in th...

Mar 21 2018

Why lawyers should focus on healthy eating at work

Eating healthily in the workplace can have long-standing benefits for lawyers, whereas skipping meal...