Profiles

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.

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…

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…

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.

On the front line: The Inner City Legal Centre’s fight for trans and gender diverse visibility

As the debate on trans rights continues, Inner City Legal Center is at the epicentre of the providing essential legal and emotional support to an…

Coming full circle: The career of a government solicitor

Government solicitor Jennifer Wong works in child protection with the NSW Crown Solicitor. Read about her career and her life outside the law

Six minutes with Pieter Oomens

After practising law for 40 years, then establishing a specialist management consultancy, Pieter Oomens is now an author after publishing his debut novel And All…

Six minutes with Rachel Zeng

Rachel Zeng discusses her career, launching a podcast and how to deal with failure.

Call for a more diverse family law workforce