Creative defences for villains
Top defence lawyers frequently get their clients off hefty charges – let’s not forget OJ Simpson. But what about defences for fictional villains? Would they…
By Floyd Alexander-Hunt - 2 min read
Inanimate objects bring defamation suits
In June 2020, Sky News reported that people in Sydney have been “defaming statues”. This prompted action within the inanimate object community.
By Floyd Alexander-Hunt - 2 min read
Golden Gavel 2020 – Covid Edition
This year, we have seven brave participants competing in the NSW Golden Gavel. The competitors will each receive their topic on Thursday 11 June and…
By LSJ Team - 4 min read
The essential tax deduction list for lawyers in a pandemic
As the financial year draws to a close, many lawyers have been left wondering what they can tax deduct during the coronavirus pandemic.
By Floyd Alexander-Hunt - 2 min read
Seven minutes in legal heaven
Everyone’s heard of the game Seven Minutes in Heaven (aka Spin the Bottle), which is not very appropriate for the office. But don’t fear, because…
By Floyd Alexander-Hunt - 2 min read
How to have an equitable Valentine’s Day!
The senior counsel on Phillip Street dazzle in court with their legal jargon, but when Valentine’s Day rolls around, many become lost for words. These…
By Floyd Alexander-Hunt - 2 min read
Twelve days of legal Christmas – a gift guide for the modern lawyer
Struggling for ideas on what to gift your lawyer this year? We have devised the perfect gift guide for bosses, employees and colleagues alike.
By Dale Picketfence and William Chalk - 2 min read
Getting your beach (governing) body ready for summer
Summer is just around the corner, and you know what that means? It’s time to get your beach (corporate) body in shape.
By Floyd Alexander-Hunt - 2 min read
Press freedom for idiots
William Chalk and Dale Picketfence examine a new breed of post-Hayne Royal Commission (non)-service offerings.
By William Chalk and Dale Picketfence - 3 min read
The legal implications of reality television
Reality bites when staring down a lawsuit. LSJ reveals how many of our favourite shows are putting the “guilty” into guilty pleasure.
By Floyd Alexander-Hunt - 2 min read
A different coloured future
Winner of the 2019 NSW Young Lawyers Golden Gavel competition, DHANU ELIEZER, shares her vision for a different kind of managing partner.
By Dhanu Eliezer - 3 min read