The lawyer’s disappearing attention span
Technology and heavy workloads are eroding lawyers’ focus. Experts say it is not weak willpower but by design.
A splendid mix
Lawyer James Stewart says there’s nothing better than a classic dry gin, with good quality tonic and a hint of citrus. He tells us how his…
ZOOM fatigue: Why video calls sap your energy
At first, video calls seemed like an ideal solution to the isolation of remote working. But it turns out they’re often more exhausting than face-to-face…
Racing toward a new challenge
Phil O’Sullivan is a technology, media and telecommunications specialist who recently became a partner at Allens. He tells KIRRILY SCHWARZ why his next goal is…
Feeding the forgotten
Foodbank is the 2020 Law Society of NSW President’s Charity, and the only food relief organisation in Australia to play a role in times of…
Nothing going on
Introducing ‘niksen’, the Dutch philosophy of doing nothing set to change the way you relax and recharge.
Striking the right chord
The Sydney Philharmonia Choir this year celebrates its centenary. What was intended as a jubilant year of performing has been transformed into Zoom rehearsals and…
Live well with less
Minimalism is so much more than a design fad. Clearing out clutter and keeping your home tidy helps to reduce stress and improve mental wellbeing.
Even Roger Federer has a coach
Mentorship is increasingly popular in the workplace and can be an invaluable extracurricular activity for those seeking guidance, support and motivation. John Churchill and Hilary Sutton share their experience of the Law Society of…
Walking the walk
With more devices able to chide us for failing to reach daily fitness goals, is taking 10,000 steps a day necessary or excessive? We explore…