Forgotten faces. The legal status of Australia’s missing persons
About 38,000 people are reported missing in Australia every year. Now a new British law is prompting advocates to say it’s time for change.
By Kirrily Schwarz - 8 min read
The hidden workplace hazard
What’s next after #MeToo for lawyers? Experts say bullying could be the most dangerous workplace hazard.
By Kate Allman - 9 min read
Taking on the trauma
A court reporter suffering vicarious trauma has successfully sued her employer. Will the case set a precedent for lawyers at risk?
By Amy Dale - 7 min read
Building diversity in the legal profession
More law firms are making diversity and inclusion a priority, but success requires establishing a business case, a considered approach, and strong leadership.
By Sam McKeith - 6 min read
The storm around suppression orders
Suppression orders are intended to keep matters out of the news, but a string of recent events means the orders themselves are making headlines.
By Kirrily Schwarz - 9 min read
The burnout profession
Burnout has become a hot topic for professionals in 2019 and millennials are not the only employees at risk. Lawyers of all ages are being…
By Kate Allman - 8 min read
Ethical dilemmas and the Royal Commission
For members of a profession in which ethical obligations are paramount, the Banking Royal Commission has brought up some tough questions, especially for in-house legal…
By Hannah Wootton - 7 min read
Meet the Innovators
LSJ speaks to eight trailblazing lawyers who are leaning into the future with fresh ideas and fire in the belly. They are doers, thinkers and…
By LSJ Team - 14 min read
#TimesUp for the legal profession
These are the stories the legal profession can no longer ignore.
By Kate Allman - 9 min read
The top 5 trends of future legal practice
The Law Society’s Future of Law and Innovation in the Profession (FLIP) conference saw more than 400 lawyers attend to hear local and international experts…
By LSJ Team - 9 min read
Better days ahead
Lawyers are more likely to have anxiety, depression and other mental health issues than the general population.
By Jane Southward - 11 min read