Coming home: a legal advocate’s professional and personal return

Taking up the role of principal solicitor with Legal Aid at Port Macquarie has been a professional and personal journey back home for Emma Smallwood.

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In full sail: In-house counsel in a coastal town

Solicitor Cicely Sylow had to re-invent herself when she moved to a regional area from Sydney, leaving private practice for a role as in-house counsel….

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For a peaceful future: Australia’s role in international space law

With space activity heating up, we examine Australia’s role in international space law and in maintaining the sustainability of space  

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Animal welfare: in search of reform

A lawyer specialising in animal welfare talks about the need to reform animal welfare laws and management in Australia, and a report that shows the…

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Looking to the future of maritime law

A maritime law expert describes her voyage through this area of the law, and what lies ahead for Australia’s ship-building industry.

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Access to justice meets legal tech: innovative firm opens doors for renters

Access to justice for renters is offered by an award-winning social enterprise that combines innovative technology with a novel funding mechanism.

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A long way to go: legal support for people with dementia

Dementia is becoming increasingly prevalent, for younger as well as older people. The legal industry has a long way to go in understanding how to…

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The Criminal Class: reality-based novel unlocks the door to prison life

A novel based on real events, characters and crimes, providing a unique perspective on life behind bars and making a case for much-needed change within…

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Two degrees of separation: A lawyer in regional practice

Rural issues demand a focused approach to the practice of law. Georgiena Ryan, a lawyer with a rural practice, explains.

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