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Collaborative practice in family violence

Family violence is a pervasive and deeply challenging issue that causes many family lawyers to become burnt out and disillusioned.

July 11, 2025

In-depth

Insights from a lawyer in the resource sector

The dynamic and challenging world of resource law offers many opportunities for legal practitioners to sharpen their skills and broaden their horizons.

July 11, 2025

Legal lifestyle·Reviews

Book review: Mean Streak

Mean Streak by Rick Morton is a must-read for anyone interested in public administration in contemporary Australia.

July 8, 2025

Legal lifestyle·Vix ridiculam

Sydney barrister loses sh*t at Perth solicitors

A Sydney barrister in town for a trial hearing has lost his bundle after local instructing solicitors kept telling people he was from “over east”.

July 8, 2025

Legal lifestyle·Vix ridiculam

Gen Z lawyers realise they’re stuffed

Gen Z lawyers are realising they’re stuffed as they’re increasingly directed by their bosses to use full sentences, punctuation, oxford commas, and correct grammar.

July 8, 2025

Legal lifestyle·Wellbeing

Moral injury vs vicarious trauma

Moral injury is a psychological wound that can arise when a person witnesses, perpetrates, or fails to prevent an act or omission that transgresses their core beliefs or values.

July 8, 2025

Opinion

The 12 timeless skills that keep you relevant

Even if you’re unclear on what you want to do with your life or feel you’ve lost your spark, there are timeless skills that not only remain valuable but also help you stand out in surprising ways.

July 8, 2025

In-depth

How millennial leaders will reshape law

With millennials beginning to enter their 40s and increasingly taking on leadership positions, understanding how this cohort will manage others is an emerging question.

July 1, 2025

Legal updates·Practice updates

Ethics: Limits to following client instructions

Lawyers owe a duty to the administration of justice, which is paramount.

July 1, 2025

Legal updates·Practice updates

WA case notes: June 2025

The Court of Appeal has further developed principles relevant to the assessment of compensation for land taken under the Land Administration Act 1997 (WA).

July 1, 2025