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Big Law 27 November 2023 ByAnnie Haggar‘Let’s kill all the lawyers’

The famous line goes all the way back to 1592 when it was uttered by Dick the Butcher in Shakespeare’s Henry VI....

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Politics 15 November 2023 BySonya ParsonsDisability Royal Commission and restrictive practices: Where to next?

For governments asked to respond to the Disability Royal Commission by the end of March, deciding what action to take on...

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Big Law 14 November 2023 ByStefanie CostiFrom what I can see, many fresh young guns – who once dreamed of...

From what I can see, many fresh young guns – who once dreamed of making the legal world better – are now opting to...

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Politics 02 November 2023 ByHayder ShkaraLegislative amendments could reshape family law matters

Late last month, Parliament passed two significant pieces of legislation that have ignited discussions and debates: the...

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Big Law 25 October 2023 ByLaila SayedHow a legal background equips you for success in any industry

Being a lawyer comes with various transferable skills that can set you up for success in any industry, writes Laila...

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Big Law 24 October 2023 ByStefanie CostiPsychosocial risks are ‘no joke’ in law

Psychosocial risks are ever present in the legal profession – but Australian work health and safety rules have a...

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Big Law 18 October 2023 ByRachel SeagerThe legal pitfalls surrounding homebirths

While an exemption applies to privately practising midwives providing homebirth support, increased comprehensive...

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SME Law 12 October 2023 ByEmmi AiraksinenWhy lawyers should walk for mental health

Mental Health Day is a day dedicated to raising awareness of mental health issues around the world, writes Emmi...

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Politics 12 October 2023 ByAmy Burton-BradleyWhat firms should expect for the whole-of-government legal services...

With the Australian whole-of-government legal services tender process imminent, incumbent law firm providers and hopeful...

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Big Law 10 October 2023 ByLauren CroftCopyright and patent law in the era of AI

Copyright law and patents only protect the work of human creators – and machines cannot be authors or inventors; they...

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