Lawyers Weekly Podcast Network
The Lawyers Weekly Podcast Network covers issues, challenges, trends, and opportunities for legal professionals in Australia. It features four shows: The Lawyers Weekly Show, The Corporate Counsel Show, The Boutique Lawyer Show, and Protégé. The network is produced by Lawyers Weekly, Australia's largest legal publication, and offers engaging conversations with legal professionals and industry experts.
Episodes
Rethinking justice through First Nations perspectives
What does justice really mean, and how might Australia's legal profession rethink its understanding of it? For First Nations peoples, the relationship between law, lore, Country and community offers perspectives on justice that extend beyond the institutions and processes of the Australian legal system. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Eualayai/Gamilla
The rise of contested wills and estate disputes
Australia is experiencing the largest intergenerational wealth transfer in its history, with rising property values, economic pressures, and changing family dynamics contributing to a surge in inheritance disputes. Here, we explore the factors driving the rise in estate disputes and what families and lawyers need to understand about navigating an increasingly contested area of law. In this episode
LawTech Talks: When AI does the grunt work, how do we teach legal judgement?
In this special episode of LawTech Talks, produced in partnership with LawY, we explore how the legal profession can develop the next generation of legal judgement when AI increasingly takes on the work that once trained junior lawyers. Host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with LawY CEO Shelley Burger about the emerging skills gap facing the profession, the hidden costs of AI-driven efficiency and why the
Taking over a legacy law firm
Taking over an established law firm brings both challenges and opportunities. For lawyers stepping into leadership, balancing a firm's legacy with the need to innovate, build trust, and adapt to a changing profession is a critical part of ensuring its future success. Here, we explore the lessons of taking ownership of a legacy practice, navigating change and building on an established foundation.
LawTech Talks: Why in-house legal's AI conversation is missing the point
In this special episode of LawTech Talks, produced in partnership with LawVu, we explore why the way in-house legal teams talk about AI needs to go beyond what the technology can do and how much time it can save Host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with LawVu co-founder and chief legal evangelist Shaun Plant about the challenges facing in-house legal teams: fragmented processes, disconnected systems and l
The art of decision making
Good decision making in law is not always about thinking harder. For junior lawyers, knowing when to keep researching, when to trust their judgement and when to make the call is a critical skill that takes time and experience to develop. Here, we explore the difference between quick, pressure and big decisions, and how lawyers can learn to make better judgement calls. In this episode of The Lawyer
LawTech Talks: A Sydney-based firm's experience with iManage's new platform
In this special episode of LawTech Talks, produced in partnership with iManage, two representatives from Sydney-based firm Swaab reflect on their impressions of iManage's next-gen platform and generative AI solution, Ask iManage, focusing on what they've learnt and ensuring best practice moving forward. Host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with iManage APAC legal industry expert Madeleine Porter, Swaab h
The rise of product counsel
As one expert puts it, product counsel are "Swiss army knives, who can issue, spot, and identify the different legal risks that may come" when bringing products to market. Here, we unpack the growing prevalence of such a role and what it means more broadly for in-house legal functions. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Piper Alderman executive counsel K
Trust nothing, verify everything, and keep humans in the loop
It's Cyber Security Awareness Month! In this special episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, produced in partnership with InfoTrack, we unpack how much the risk and compliance landscape is shifting and why having humans in the decision-making process is so essential in protecting the integrity of a law firm. Host Jerome Doraisamy welcomes back InfoTrack Chief Executive Officer John Ahern to discuss t
When social media becomes the courtroom: How internet sleuths could jeopardise fair trials
True-crime podcasts and online speculation are increasingly shaping public perceptions of criminal cases before they reach trial, raising important questions about the presumption of innocence and the right to a fair hearing. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Avinash Singh, principal lawyer at Astor Legal, about the tension between open justice and tria
A barrister and pilot on creative thinking as a legal skill
For five decades, Ron Bartsch has served in cockpits, boardrooms, and courtrooms, learning what separates the dreams that come true from the dreams that don't. Here, he details how creativity is a set of learnable habits and the happiness dividend that comes from treating law as a means to live, not the reverse. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Professo
Is AI helping or hindering applicants' chances in the Fair Work Commission?
Optimism abounds that emerging technologies like AI will improve access to justice. However, as one law professor's research has found, there is scant evidence to suggest that AI is actually helping applicants achieve desired outcomes. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Professor Alysia Blackham of Melbourne Law School about her forthcoming research paper
Why data centre disputes are coming
The development and operation of data centres in Australia will likely also see the emergence of new litigious proceedings. Here, Kennedys' regional and Australian heads unpack the disputes we are likely to see in this space in years to come. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Kennedys Asia-Pacific regional managing partner James Melvin and Australian ma
What nobody teaches you when you become a barrister
As one Melbourne-based barrister puts it, much of being a successful barrister has very little to do with what one is formally taught. Here, she unpacks the business of life at the Bar, and what those aspiring to this vocational pathway need to know. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with barrister Ashleigh Morris about the transition from lawyer to genuinel
LawTech Talks: What AI is changing about law, before a lawyer is even involved
In this special episode of LawTech Talks, produced in partnership with LawConnect, we reflect on what AI is changing before a client even walks through a lawyer's door. Host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with LawConnect chief customer officer Dane Cowley about LawConnect, what the legal profession might be overlooking with the use of AI before clients engage, the spike in self-representation, how client
Unpacking the proposed modern slavery criminal offences
The federal government recently flagged a new criminal offence for failing to prevent modern slavery in supply chains. Here, a BigLaw partner discusses what the proposed laws mean for businesses, boards, and legal teams, and what they say about the broader climate. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Corrs Chambers Westgarth responsible business and ESG p
Tribunal referrals, civil claims, and regulatory intent in medical negligence matters
The recent referral of a former Melbourne-based gynaecologist to the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal raises interesting questions about how seriously regulators are treating allegations of professional misconduct, the intersection or conflict between regulatory tribunal referrals and civil claims, and the role of lawyers operating in this space. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly S
The macroeconomic environment, behavioural investing, and staying the course amid market volatility
In this special episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, produced in partnership with Commonwealth Private, we reflect on the bounty of holistic volatility currently being witnessed in the market and how lawyers can and should interpret such fluctuations for their long-term investment strategies. Host Jerome Doraisamy welcomes Chris Watson, Executive Manager of Asset Allocation at Commonwealth Private
A barrister's lessons on loss, grief, and single parenthood
Nearly three years ago, Paul Folino Gallo's wife tragically and unexpectedly passed away while the family was holidaying in the US. Here, the Sydney-based barrister reflects on the hard truths he's learnt about life, male grieving, raising two young boys as a single parent, and how writing a new memoir, Remembering Elysha, helped him turn pain into connection. (Content warning: This episode contai
Dynamic pricing, liability, and the algorithm's need for a lawyer
From ride-share apps to concert tickets, Australians have been exposed to dynamic pricing practices across the board. In the age of AI, it is critical to explore whether our legislative and regulatory consumer protections remain fit for purpose, and whether algorithms may soon require their own legal advice. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Maddocks pa
LawTech Talks: Unpacking the latest in review and verification, and what's next for Mary Technology
In this special episode of LawTech Talks, produced in partnership with Mary Technology, we flesh out the "hot topic" of review and verification processes and their increasing pertinence for the legal profession, as well as Mary's continued growth trajectory domestically and abroad. Host Jerome Doraisamy welcomes back Mary Technology co-founder Rowan McNamee to discuss how and why review and verif
2 senior associates on grasping vocational opportunities
Becoming a senior associate has long required a pivot in one's practical skillset and business mindset. But, in a shifting professional and technological landscape, it's no longer enough to simply be a good lawyer – senior associates must explore and leverage as many opportunities as possible to be the best versions of themselves. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy
Rethinking your personal brand in the age of AI
In this special episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, produced in partnership with LawUno, we unpack how lawyers aren't just having to evolve the ways they practise law and service clients; they're also having to re-examine how they position themselves in the market. Host Jerome Doraisamy welcomes back LawUno founder Jessal Shah to discuss the importance of personal and professional branding in the
Lander & Rogers' head on the firm's 80th anniversary, and where to next
Here, Lander & Rogers' chief executive partner, Daniel Proietto, reflects on the national firm's journey over 80 years, finding new ways to stay true to stated values and culture, and the place for national independent firms in the legal services marketplace. Host Jerome Doraisamy welcomes back Proietto to discuss the firm's history since inception, why it's important for him to honour the firm's
LawTech Talks: Debunking the #1 AI myth
In this special episode of LawTech Talks, produced in partnership with LawY, we push back on the idea that artificial intelligence needs to be perfect in order to be useful. Host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with LawY global chief executive Shelley Burger about who LawY is and what it does, why lawyers compare AI to the work that junior lawyers used to do, how AI's written eloquence gives rise to cert
Becoming an award-winning boutique law firm
From implementing bespoke, customised AI tools to offering market-leading remuneration packages, BlackBay Lawyers and its managing partner have created a recipe for success. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with BlackBay Lawyers managing partner Victoria-Jane Otavski about winning the Boutique Firm of the Year category at the recent Australian Law Awards, th
LawTech Talks: Knowledge management 101 for FY26–27 and beyond
In this special episode of LawTech Talks, produced in partnership with iManage, we discuss ways to continually master knowledge management and how teams can leverage internal knowledge assets to prepare for the next generation of legal services amid the AI and digital transformation revolutions. Host Jerome Doraisamy welcomes back legal industry expert in APAC Madeleine Porter and global product
More human by design: The lawyer as systems designer
Daniel Rod sees his role as having three core elements: legal specialist, software developer, and trusted adviser. Combining those elements ensures that tech use goes beyond mere capability – it guarantees that human outcomes are at the forefront. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy welcomes back Daniel Rod, a special counsel at Chamberlains and finalist for the Inno
Workplace law, social media use, and generational attitudes
The recent dismissal of a Melbourne-based junior lawyer by her employer, for refusing to delete a viral TikTok video in which she alleged poor working conditions at her law firm, doesn't just give rise to questions about the extent to which employees can air grievances on social media; it has also highlighted differences of opinion between generations about workplace culture in law. In this episo
Overcoming hiring challenges in a shifting landscape
In the face of evolving candidate attitudes to broader market trends, boutique firms increasingly have to look beyond traditional recruitment approaches in order to get ahead. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Lazarus Legal director Mark Lazarus about the many hats he's worn as a lawyer and how it informs his sense of service as a practitioner, the myria
The career game changer young lawyers are overlooking
For many young lawyers, mentorship may not be a priority, but Selina Nikoloudakis believes the right relationships can build confidence, sharpen skills, and open doors that can shape the trajectory of your career. In a recent episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Grace Robbie speaks with Selina Nikoloudakis, principal of Divorce Legal, about what mentorship really means, why young lawyers shoul
Impact investing: 'Where commercial deals meet purpose'
Here, a newly minted Clayton Utz partner unpacks the booming impact investment space and how and why such work is so stimulating for her as an M&A lawyer. Host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Clayton Utz partner Mariam Azzo about how she's developed an impact investing practice at the BigLaw firm, what it is and why it's of such interest as a legal practice area, where Australia sits globally for im
Governance lessons from ASIC v Bekier & Ors
The recently concluded proceedings brought against senior executives of the Star Entertainment Group offer pertinent takeaways for boards and general counsel alike. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy welcomes back Corrs Chambers Westgarth head of investigations and inquiries Abigail Gill to discuss the state of affairs for investigations work, how the matter of ASIC
AI v junior lawyers: Is the fear real or overblown?
For many law graduates, the rise of artificial intelligence has triggered a daunting question: if AI can do the work traditionally given to junior lawyers, where does that leave the next generation of practitioners? However, one lawyer is challenging the fear surrounding AI and urging young lawyers to recognise that their value extends far beyond the tasks technology can automate. In a recent epi
'Happy people don't sue'
Against the backdrop of more and more employment disputes across the market, businesses need to put culture, care, and communication at the forefront of the employee experience. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, which first appeared on our sister brand, HR Leader, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Danny King Legal principal Danny King about her passion for employment law, the most commo
Why mooting could be the biggest advantage in your legal career
What does it take to build one of the world's most prestigious international mooting competitions? In this special episode, International Bar Association executive director Mark Ellis pulls back the curtain on how the IBA ICC Moot grew from an ambitious idea into a world-renowned competition that has helped shape generations of future lawyers. In a recent episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host
What the legal aid funding changes mean for family lawyers
Following recent changes to funding for legal aid and ongoing conversations about access to justice, family lawyers across the country are having to rethink how they structure pro bono work, reduced-fee arrangements, and client intake, particularly for vulnerable Australians who rely on that funding most. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy welcomes back Justice Netwo
The lawyers behind some of Australia's biggest music stars
From DJ booths and live gigs to representing some of Australia's biggest music stars, including RÜFÜS DU SOL and Dom Dolla, Julian Hewitt and Rob Glass pull back the curtain on the realities of entertainment law and what it takes to thrive in one of the industry's most fast-paced and creative fields. In a recent episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Grace Robbie speaks with founding partners of
Budget backlash – has Australia lost its political middle ground?
In this special episode, brought to you by Lawyers Weekly's sister brand, Defence Connect, from its Contested Ground podcast series, we reflect on whether Australia is moving away from its traditional "sensible centre" towards greater political polarisation. Hosts Phil Tarrant and Major General (Ret'd) Dr Marcus Thompson discuss whether Australia's "sensible" centre will hold as the country faces
Unpacking psychological injury claims against employers
Here, the reigning Personal Injury Partner of the Year reflects on why psychological injury claims "are a real hot-button topic" right now, why workers may delay lodging such claims, and the misconceptions around such lodgement. Host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Gain Lawyers founder Jeremy Roche about why he's so motivated to be a personal injury lawyer, his reflections on the recently held Partn
The graduate law jobs crisis: Fact or fear?
From warnings of a graduate jobs crisis to predictions that artificial intelligence will reshape the profession, law students are being bombarded with reasons to worry about their future. But one recent law graduate says much of the alarm is nothing more than "fear mongering" – and believes the outlook for aspiring lawyers is far brighter than many headlines suggest. In a recent episode of The La
The growing legal access crisis in regional and remote Australia
Justice shouldn't be determined by your postcode, yet for many people across regional and remote NSW, that remains the reality. In this episode, Ronan MacSweeney and Danielle Ford examine the growing access-to-justice gap, the barriers facing communities outside metropolitan areas, and why action to address the issue cannot wait. In a recent episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Grace Robbie s
What personal injury clients most value
In this special episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, produced in partnership with Gerard Malouf & Partners, we explore what clients' hardship teaches lawyers in personal injury about advocacy, trust, and justice. Host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Gerard Malouf & Partners deputy managing partner Garbis Kolokossian about the firm's approach to personal injury, how this practice area is perceived by t
Privacy concerns for Tranche 2 entities
As law firms get their heads around the new obligations for designated services under the expanded AML/CTF regime, firm owners can't overlook the subsequent duties under the Privacy Act they also now have to comply with. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy welcomes back Law & Cyber founder Simone Herbert-Lowe to discuss the workload coming for cyber lawyers in the ne
Trusts changes post-budget, and implications for lawyers and clients
The recent federal budget has thrown "a bit of a spanner in the works" for the many Australians who use and leverage trusts. This includes law firm owners and firm clients, especially those in the wills and estates space. Here, we unpack the impact of the changes and how best lawyers can proceed. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy welcomes back C Legal & Co founder
LawTech Talks: Delivering new types of work as law moves beyond experimentation
As use of artificial intelligence increasingly becomes foundational for lawyers' daily operations and processes, FY2026–27 presents a "fantastic opportunity" to deliver legal services in exciting and innovative ways. In this episode of LawTech Talks, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Harvey's country manager in Australia and New Zealand, Ashleigh Whittaker, about what we learnt about AI adoption
Charge accordingly for your expertise
As client expectations and demands continue to evolve, so too do perceptions of what lawyers' services should cost. But in areas of law like conveyancing, which are no longer as simple or as process-driven, practitioners cannot undersell themselves. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy welcomes back Renee Roumanos Legal principal Renee Roumanos to discuss the complexi
Introducing LawBlazer: A new funding option for small law firms
In this special episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, produced in partnership with Legal Home Loans, we explore the funding gap facing small Australian law firms and how a new commercial lending product is being built to address it. Host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Ian Marshall, representing TrailBlazer Finance, and Andrew Johnson, Legal Home Loans director, about the launch of LawBlazer, a new co
Lessons for the age of AI from the music industry when the internet was born
In determining how best the legal profession should move forward at a time of voluminous technological change, it is worth reflecting on how the music industry shifted at the start of the internet. There are key lessons, one GC says, about disruption and service delivery. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Telstra general counsel Andrew De Celis about how
Genetic test results, privacy, and insurance law implications
Looming legislation prohibits life insurers from using predictive genetic test results to deny or limit insurance cover. Here, we unpack the significance of the new laws, challenges on the horizon, and striking the right balance between safeguarding consumers and maintaining insurance risk management levels. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Clyde & Co p
Staying relevant, confident, and impactful during times of change
In this special episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, produced in partnership with Consilio and Lawyers on Demand, we explore how experience is becoming increasingly valuable in the age of AI, how the future of legal work remains deeply human, and why career reinvention doesn't stop once one reaches a certain age. Consilio senior director of marketing Anita Thompson assumes hosting duties and speak
The rise of AI advocates and trends in collective employee claims
More claims. More complexity. Higher stakes. How AI and rising civil penalties are reshaping workplace litigation and what employers need to do to keep pace. In this special episode of The Legal Brief, produced by Lawyers Weekly's sister brand HR Leader in partnership with national law firm Kingston Reid, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Kingston Reid partner James Parkinson about two emerging t
LawTech Talks: Why the future of legal AI lies in integrated legal intelligence systems
AI capability alone isn't enough for legal work, and it may never be. In this special episode of LawTech Talks, produced in partnership with LexisNexis, we discuss how and why having everything under one, governed environment is the way of the future for law firms and in-house teams. Host Jerome Doraisamy welcomes back LexisNexis Chief Technology Officer Greg Dickason to discuss the need for AI to
Why some lawyers thrive in their 60s, and others fade
Once a professional gets to the age of 60, they often hit an inflection point, personally and professionally. Here, a former big four auditor and recruiter turned coach unpacks how and why this happens and what older legal practitioners need to do to ensure they can continue to flourish, in whatever form that takes. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Sea
The intersection between good culture and workplace excellence
According to this head of legal, it's "almost impossible" to have workplace excellence without also building and maintaining a good and kind team culture. Here, she unpacks how to tick all boxes. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy welcomes back ANZ head of legal Danielle Nahum to discuss why a culture that is good and kind is not incompatible with achieving excellenc
Class action trends, developments, and Shine Lawyers' next steps
In this special episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, produced in partnership with Shine Lawyers, we dive into the forces shaping Australia's class action landscape and what comes next for one of the country's leading plaintiff firms. From emerging litigation trends and the rise of big tech claims to innovation, scale and strategic growth, the conversation offers a timely look at where the market is
Why podcasting is becoming lawyers' most powerful marketing tool
While many lawyers may dismiss podcasting as a novelty or a waste of time, Dennis Meador argues that this mindset could not be further from the truth, with podcasting quickly becoming a game-changing tool for building authority, strengthening connections, and standing out in an increasingly competitive legal market. In a recent episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Grace Robbie speaks with Denn
Who bears legal responsibility for AI errors?
Whether a developer, business, or user bears the onus of responsibility if an autonomous agentic AI tool makes a mistake remains an open question, on both the legislative and policy fronts. In the absence of legislative or policy guidance, such questions could cause legal and contractual headaches. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Lander & Rogers partn
Dispute risks from client AI use to prepare documentation
There is an emerging trend whereby clients are increasingly using AI tools to prepare and negotiate a broader range of documents internally, from term sheets and employment agreements through to commercial contracts and internal governance materials, often without legal review at the earlier stages (or at all). Such a trend creates serious downstream risk, one partner argues. In this episode of T
Is your law firm ready for Payday Super?
In this special episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, produced in partnership with legalsuper, we unpack the looming Payday Super reforms, what law firms need to know, and how to get prepared. Host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with legalsuper partnerships manager Guy Mahony to discuss what legalsuper does, what Payday Super is and why it's been introduced, how the new regime looks to overcome existing i
Protégé: Why the legal profession needs every voice
For decades, the legal profession has been seen as an industry dominated by privileged and upper-class backgrounds, but one law student is challenging that narrative by shining a light on the importance of greater diversity within the profession and the immense value of ensuring people from all walks of life have a place in law. In a recent episode of The Protégé Podcast, host Grace Robbie speaks
A former BigLaw principal turned coach on optimal firm leadership in FY26–27 and beyond
Amid enormous market and professional change, there is enormous potential for leaders in law firms to empower and elevate their teams, rather than be bogged down in adapting to a shifting landscape. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Katie Minogue, a former principal at Maurice Blackburn turned leadership coach, about her journey as a personal injury lawy
The Corporate Counsel Show: The intersection between psychosocial hazards and AI as a safety risk
In this special episode of The Corporate Counsel Show, produced in partnership with LegalVision, we explore how law departments can better support their workplaces in the face of increasing regulatory scrutiny of psychosocial hazards, especially in the age of AI. Host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with LegalVision head of enterprise James True about the work of his team and the broader firm, why no law
Protégé: Why this lawyer wrote a 'piss-take' novel on the profession
A lawyer and award-winning author has fused her two worlds into one striking work, releasing a novel she describes as a sharp "piss-take" of the Australian legal profession and the entrenched norms that shape life within it. In a recent episode of The Protégé Podcast, host Grace Robbie speaks with Rebecca Lim, the head of legal, financial services regulatory at Judo Bank and an award-winning autho
Regional collaboration and interconnectivity in a shifting geopolitical landscape
In a time of voluminous geopolitical and sociocultural change, there are myriad opportunities for legal practitioners to work across borders in the Asia-Pacific region, furthering their clients' interests and bolstering their vocational capabilities. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with the president-elect of the Inter-Pacific Bar Association (IPBA), James
Legal concerns about the increasing use of employees' likeness
According to one employment law partner, there is a movement from employers towards seeking permission to use the likeness of employees, for open-ended purposes, in agreements and clauses. For individuals handing over their likeness, there could well be "very serious implications" moving forward. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Angus & Carr partner Lac
Protégé: Redefining the ideal law student
The traditional notion of the "ideal" law student – expected to excel at everything, all at once – has long been ingrained in the legal profession. But, as one law student argues, that model is no longer realistic, calling for a long-overdue shift to reflect the complexities and pressures of studying law in today's environment. In a recent episode of The Protégé Podcast, host Grace Robbie speaks w
Finding joy in one's work as a lawyer
Practitioners across the board must identify ways to enjoy their work and maintain an optimal level of joy in the day-to-day, one BigLaw partner says. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Jones Day partner Christine Tran about her recent reflections on the importance of stepping back to explore or rediscover the passion one has for their work, what lawyers
Navigating an increase in general protections claims
The relatively new general protections regime has seen a "sharp uptick" in Fair Work claims over the past year. Here, we dive into how and why such claims are on the rise and what it means for businesses and lawyers alike. In today's episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Justitia Lawyers & Consultants partner Jess Toop about the state of affairs for general protecti
A partner's take on what to consider when using AI
In the face of widespread adoption and utilisation of new technologies, there is much that lawyers across the board must take into account when using AI, from client confidentiality to guidance from the courts. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy welcomes back Mills Oakley partner Dalvin Chien to discuss why lawyers must care about ongoing tech developments, guidance
Why being a trustworthy lawyer matters more than ever
While trust and lawyers have not always gone hand in hand, Jennifer Gardner has stressed that being trustworthy, credible, and reliable has rapidly become one of the most critical assets a lawyer can possess to succeed in today's evolving legal landscape. In a recent episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Grace Robbie speaks with Jennifer Gardner, a US-based trial lawyer, persuasive communicati
The Boutique Lawyer Show: From zero to firm owner in 6 weeks
For most lawyers, opening a firm is a slow, carefully mapped-out process – but Kate Redman has turned that convention on its head, launching her own practice in just six weeks despite never having envisioned herself as a firm owner. In a recent episode of The Boutique Lawyer Show, host Grace Robbie speaks with Kate Redman, the director and principal solicitor of Kate Redman & Associates, about her
Protégé: Overcoming stigma and building a successful legal career as a neurodivergent lawyer
While most people receive a neurodiversity diagnosis early, Libby Thomas faced hers in the thick of a high-pressure legal career, using the experience to uncover powerful strategies, shatter stigma, and create a professional life where she can truly excel. In a recent episode of The Protégé Podcast, host Grace Robbie speaks with Libby Thomas, associate at Travis Schultz & Partners, about her journ
Lessons from being an 'accidental lawyer'
From being a comedian in Japan and a creative executive in Hollywood to being a partner in a global law firm, Nick Abrahams has led an extraordinarily diverse career. Here, he reflects on what such a varied vocational journey has taught him, including whether you can be successful by being yourself. Join host Jerome Doraisamy as he speaks with lawyer and comedian Nick Abrahams in this episode of T
LawTech Talks: The state of legal tech in Australia right now
In this special episode of LawTech Talks, produced in partnership with Clio, we explore how well legal practices are faring in adopting and managing technological offerings, and why having access and control of data is the "most critical piece" in ensuring firms have the most secure framework possible for success. Host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Clio International General Manager Sarah Murphy ab
The Corporate Counsel Show: Managing in-house teams in challenging times
Danielle Nahum has learned a lot as a leader over the years, including the power of kindness and the importance of team stability. In times of upheaval, such lessons prove invaluable in navigating periods of broader uncertainty. In this episode of The Corporate Counsel Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Danielle Nahum, ANZ head of legal – group procurement, about what makes a good in-house le
What borrowers need to know in the current economic climate
In this special episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, produced in partnership with Distinctive Finance, we unpack what continued rate rises mean for legal practitioners looking to purchase a property or expand their investment portfolios, and how best they can respond to the market right now. Host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Distinctive Finance directors and founders Christian Goodall and Leighton
LawTech Talks: How AI is reshaping collaboration across the legal ecosystem
In this special episode of LawTech Talks, produced in partnership with Axiom, we explore what law departments actually want from their providers right now and how those teams are being pushed beyond standalone AI tools and towards more connected, governed workflow models. Host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Axiom chief technology officer CJ Saretto and Harvey Australian country head Ashleigh Whittak
Building cohesion in an international practice
For Luke Zadkovich, a "central premise" upon which to build a team is having people whom lawyers like to work with. Taking such an approach has been essential not only to growing the firm he leads but also to ensuring its success. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Floyd Zadkovich managing partner Luke Zadkovich about his journey working in large firms in
The Boutique Lawyer Show: Being comfortable asking for work
Many professional services providers feel uneasy about asking existing clients for work. Here, we unpack the practical ways lawyers can become more comfortable making such requests, without being pushy about it. In this episode of The Boutique Lawyer Show, host Jerome Doraisamy welcomes back Prodonovich Advisory principal Sue-Ella Prodonovich about the need for lawyers to continue building their b
