Tips for young players: A matter of practice

Christopher Robison recently retired as a District Court judge. He reflects on his 28 years on the bench and provides his tips for young lawyers.

How to set boundaries at work and keep them

A key skill for junior lawyers is knowing how to navigate the law but other key skills include managing clients and your bosses’ expectations.

How can I get through the summer months?

Work is out of control at the moment and I am really craving the summer break. Is this a sign I need to change jobs?

Building leadership skills in the legal profession

I am at a stage where I am considering my next career move.

How to network like a pro

Love it or hate it, networking is a skill that helps you manage your personal brand, secure your next position, and keep you up-to-date. Try…

3 career tips to ignore

Here are a few frequently mentioned pieces of career advice you might want to reconsider.

The best way to ask for a pay rise

Here are some strategies to tackle one of the trickiest work meetings around.

Is your job soul-crushingly boring? Three tips to make it better

Busy lawyers still get bored. Maintain your motivation with this list.

Is it time to leave your job?

How to recognise the warning signs and know when it’s time to go.

Three things I wish I had known… Ellen Liondis

The Chief Legal Counsel and Company Secretary, Pacific, at Mercer notes a few things that would have made becoming an in-house lawyer a bit easier.