Small businesses ‘writing the playbook’ on flexibility

When it comes to offering flexible working arrangements or implementing return-to-office (RTO) mandates, small- to...

03 October 2024

By Jerome Doraisamy

‘Flexidus’: Is the hybrid debate a symptom of deep-seated issues?

With many employees across professional services being dragged back into the office, some (or a lot) are anticipating...

18 January 2024

By Jerome Doraisamy

Far-reaching benefits of a flexible working model

For lawyers chasing a more flexible working life, having an open and honest stream of communication is the first step,...

14 April 2023

By Lauren Croft

Why flexible parental leave policies are key for those facing loss

Ahead of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day on 15 October, a senior legal professional said her experience with...

14 October 2022

By Malavika Santhebennur

‘Onus on the employee’ to make shorter weeks work

Lawyers who have the option of practising in non-traditional time frames — such as four-day weeks or nine-day...

12 August 2022

By Jerome Doraisamy

Shine Lawyers introduces 9-day fortnight

National law firm Shine Lawyers has unveiled a new flexible working option whereby staff can work their contracted 76...

05 August 2022

By Jerome Doraisamy

Are you making the most out of your technology investments for flexible work?

In evaluating the use of technological platforms to support your business, leaders have to consider whether value for...

13 June 2022

By Jerome Doraisamy

Flexible working the next generational challenge in law

Adapting to flexible working arrangements has been especially challenging for the legal sector (along with accounting...

22 March 2022

By Malavika Santhebennur

Flexible working post-lockdown in the legal sector

As law firms adjust to the relaxation of restrictions, it would be wise to consider how a permanent flexible working...

15 February 2022

By Jerome Doraisamy

How flexible lawyers could help plug the gap of skills shortages in the construction industry

The skills shortage demands Australian construction companies to be resilient and ride out the waves of business risk,...

14 December 2021

By Jerome Doraisamy

Is WFH a passing fad?

Last week, I asked my LinkedIn network if they believe lawyers will tire of remote and flexible working and want to...

19 November 2021

By Jerome Doraisamy

‘Be flexible and adapt quickly’ with ESG, litigation considerations

Lawyers working in litigation need to be able to adapt quickly when it comes to ESG issues and COVID-related litigation...

25 October 2021

By Lauren Croft

The ups and downs of flexible working

Flexible working has become more prominent than ever post-pandemic. But while it may work for some, firms should...

06 September 2021

By Lauren Croft

Telecommuting will allow legal teams to hire the ‘best and brightest’

Dr Danielle Malek Roosa starts work for the World Bank at 3:00am every day, finishing up in the early afternoon....

17 August 2021

By Jerome Doraisamy

Is the office really dead?

If remote and flexible working are the ways of the future, retaining connection to one’s firm may become more...

22 July 2021

By Jerome Doraisamy

Firms press ahead with broadened flexible working focus

With the pandemic pushing greater expectations from staff, a number of firms have expanded their approach...

31 March 2021

By Emma Musgrave

Where are you contractually obliged to work from?

With more and more lawyers exploring remote or flexible working options, it will be prudent to know the extent to which...

30 March 2021

By Jerome Doraisamy

Hits to hip pocket and productivity for firms

The past year has seen diverse but concerning trends for law firms across the board, with half of the profession...

23 March 2021

By Jerome Doraisamy

‘Take a risk’ and run your firm from overseas

When Rebecca Murray moved to Washington, DC and continued to operate her Queensland-based firm, she was worried she’d...

18 February 2021

By Jerome Doraisamy

Making your case to be a remote legal counsel

When Melbourne’s second lockdown hit, Jenna Adamson saw an opportunity to work remotely from Christchurch. Such an...

20 October 2020

By Jerome Doraisamy