Nuances of briefing experts
In litigation, it is common for parties to engage experts. How can practitioners ensure that the expert report is compliant and admissible?
The mechanics of an effective mediation
Mediation is a cordial and more flexible approach to resolving disputes. There is a need to balance the client’s cause with achieving a commercial outcome.
How and when to get your costs assessed
There may be a time where a client doesn’t pay your bill and there are ways the solicitor can recover the amount.
Back to basics: Inadvertent disclosure
Inadvertent disclosure may not always be a critical issue and can be remedied if the solicitor acts swiftly.
Dress for success: Courtroom etiquette
Knowing court etiquette and how to address the Bench are fundamental skills for early career lawyers.
Re-thinking ‘punishment’: Exploring alternative approaches to sentencing
The NSW Young Lawyers Criminal Law Sub-Committee held a Speaker Panel Event and brought together various perspectives from the NSW criminal justice system on sentencing.
NSW Young Lawyers Annual Assembly 2023
On 11-12 November 2023, the NSW Young Lawyers held their Annual Assembly at Crowne Plaza Coogee and the theme focused on Artificial Intelligence.
Confidence in the courtroom
Advocacy exists at all levels of litigation and like a muscle, it can go into a state of atrophy with non-use.
Leadership – Don’t be like Lizzo
Leadership is part of the journey most young lawyers are already on and lawyers can influence the decisions of others from clients to the bench.
Shopping around: The importance of secondments
Secondments are a great way for young lawyers to be exposed to and learn a new area of law while complementing their existing legal experience.
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.