Profiles

Legal Aid NSW’s Refugee Service unties the knots

In Refugee Week, Legal Aid NSW’s Refugee Service launched a children’s book designed to make refugees aware of its services: support in all legal areas…

A long ride: Finding a career in equine law

The journey of Leah Manning from horse lover to equestrian to police officer to property law to equine law, and her ongoing work to combat…

On the world stage: How a young lawyer is making the Women’s World Cup happen

Behind the scenes of the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia-New Zealand 2023 with Head of Legal, Emily Jackson.

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.

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….

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  

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…

‘Lawyers provide hope’: Six minutes with Mohamed Naleemudeen

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.

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.