Lawyers Weekly Podcast Network

One year ago, a period of “drastic change” was predicted for litigators. Not only did that come to pass, but more change is looming for lawyers in this space. On this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy welcomes return guest Jason Betts and first-time guest Christine Tran, both partners at Herbert Smith Freehills, to discuss the year that was in litigation, what predictions for this area of law came to fruition and what has surprised litigators, and how such change is set to impact firms and clients in 2022. The trio also reflect on the regulatory and parliamentary environment for the coming year, the evolving nature of relationships with in-house teams, new responsibilities for leaders of litigation teams, and Mr Betts and Ms Tran’s top tips for litigators to ensure success in the post-pandemic market. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.   If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email editor@lawyersweekly.com.au for more insights!

On the second episode of our new show, LawTech Talks, produced in partnership with Immediation, we delve into all things technology for barristers: how best practice for those at the bar is evolving, what it will mean to be a tech-enabled barrister in the future, and why now is a great time to begin exploring new tech options for 2022. Host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Immediation founder and managing director Laura Keily, a barrister practising in Melbourne, as well as TA Law managing director Stephen Foley, to unpack what best practice has looked like in the past for barristers – both in Australia and abroad – how it is changing and has “dramatically” accelerated given the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. The trio also explore what online courts will look like in the future, adapting to new styles of advocacy, why those willing to try will benefit over others, given the user-friendly nature of new legal tech platforms, how accessible and affordable technology is becoming for barristers and why such developments are so exciting for those at the bar in a looming post-pandemic marketplace. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.   If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email editor@lawyersweekly.com.au for more insights!

Whether the supposed “Great Resignation” materialises or not, law departments are going to have to do all they can to keep in-house counsel happy. On this episode of The Corporate Counsel Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Carlyle Kingswood Global director, in-house (legal and governance) Phillip Hunter to discuss whether or not the “Great Resignation” talk is overblown, whether law departments are cognisant of the need to be better catering to employees, and how legal candidates are feeling at this juncture of the global pandemic. The pair also discuss whether there is an increased desire to move in-house across the legal profession, if lawyers are increasingly keen to move overseas, improving a business’ employee value proposition, and how in-house counsel can ensure they are getting the best deal for themselves. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.   If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email editor@lawyersweekly.com.au for more insights!

As the founder of a business that specialises in the arts, Alana Kushnir believes that there is “absolute potential” for lawyers to combine what they are passionate about with daily legal practice. On this episode of The Boutique Lawyer Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Guest Work Agency founder and director Alana Kushnir to talk about how and why she built a niche practice in art law, the considerations she underwent in determining whether or not to corner this segment of the market, and the need to have a diversified professional offering as part of that niche segment. The pair also reflect on how the age of coronavirus has impacted upon Australia’s arts sector, lessons learned for professionals in this space, and why Ms Kushnir’s experience offers hope to other lawyers who want to create a niche practice in an area of life they are passionate about. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.   If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email editor@lawyersweekly.com.au for more insights!

Paul McCann was the head of litigation and Sydney office lead partner of a top-tier firm who saw a “noticeable decline in the happiness factor” for lawyers across the board. He decided to start a new firm, through which he felt he could better lead the next generation in meaningful, substantive ways. On this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Cornwalls principal Paul McCann to discuss the reasons he left BigLaw behind, the type of leadership he wants to see in the legal profession and the values he tried to imbibe within his staff. The pair also discuss what constitutes best practice for leadership in a post-pandemic market, how best to create hospitable, collegiate environments for lawyers, what Mr McCann wants to see the profession looking like, and other words of wisdom for existing and emerging leaders in law. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.   If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email editor@lawyersweekly.com.au for more insights!

Law departments cannot risk becoming a “bottleneck for business”. Helping the business scale their operations at this critical juncture not only helps manage workflow issues but will also help shore up the long-term relevance of the law department, says one expert. On this episode of The Corporate Counsel Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Stockholm-based Victoria Swedjemark – the founder of consulting and advisory business Glowmind – to discuss what it means to scale, why there is a need for a more scalable legal service delivery model, and key practical pillars for law departments to strategise about their scaling operations. The pair also talk about the performance of European-based law departments with regard to scaling businesses, putting the department in the best possible position to implement the key pillars, overcoming environmental challenges, and the importance of knowledge sharing in one’s circle of corporate counsel. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.   If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email editor@lawyersweekly.com.au for more insights!

When Sally Nicholes founded her firm, she was adamant that the practice be one that actually gives back and promotes the rights of those most vulnerable. Given the hurdles that LGBTQIA+ persons and families have historically faced, having a dedicated arm within her firm to support such clients was a must. On this episode of The Boutique Lawyer Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Nicholes Family Lawyers managing partner Sally Nicholes and partner Rebecca Dahl, who detail how and why their firm’s dedicated LGBTQIA+ practice group came to be, the issues and challenges it aims to address for vulnerable and disadvantaged clients, and how the age of coronavirus has exacerbated some of these concerns for families. The two partners also dive into the legislative evolutions that have changed the nature of legal work in this space, the impact of vicarious trauma versus the emotional rewards that come from such work, the moral and ethical duties of legal practitioners, and the business case for having dedicated practice groups within law firms for specific demographics of society.

First as an offender and then on the other side of the bench, this budding new lawyer has had a unique experience with the law and the justice system. Through this, he gained some incredible insight into how the profession relegates its newcomers. In this episode of The Protégé Podcast, host Naomi Neilson is joined Queensland Law Society’s First Nations legal executive Joshua Apanui to discuss how his time on the other side of the justice system not only shaped his experience coming into the profession but opened his eyes up to the stereotyping that follows practitioners. Throughout the episode, Joshua touches on how a scholarship with Bond University helped him make a big start in the legal profession. He also explains the work that he has been doing with the Queensland Law Society to make a difference for young, soon-to-be or aspiring lawyers who wish to someday make their own start. Joshua also shares with listeners how his interests in the profession became a reality, his passions for using this new position to give back to the community, and how he hopes to break down barriers for Australia’s Indigenous people. Listeners of this episode can also hear some incredible advice from Joshua on advancing their own careers and coping with the professions’ stereotyping. Have a listen to the episode below! If you have any questions about the episode or if there are any topics that you might want us to look into, please reach out – we would love to hear from you! We’re also always open to new guests so if you have an exciting story to tell, if you’re standing out as a student or graduate, or if you can offer some tips for our young lawyers, get in touch. You can reach us here: Emails: editor@lawyersweekly.com.au or naomi.neilson@momentummedia.com.au Socials: Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter or reach out to me directly here.

On this special episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, produced in partnership with Olvera Advisors, Mirzan Mansoor explores what the post-pandemic future holds for Australian businesses. Mr Mansoor, a manager at Olvera and former corporate banking executive, joins host Jerome Doraisamy to discuss the state of affairs for Australian businesses in the wake of pandemic-inspired fiscal relief and the need for proactive risk management as disaster payments come to an end as creditors look to recover overdue debts. The pair also examine the need (or otherwise) for businesses to review and then renegotiate their contracts, how lawyers can support businesses at this critical juncture, whether there will be a wave of businesses looking to restructure, and other practical steps that can be taken as the new normal looms. To learn more about Olvera Advisors, click here. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.   If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email editor@lawyersweekly.com.au for more insights!

Both law firms and in-house teams make mistakes when it comes to building and maintaining good relationships. In the current climate, it is especially pertinent that both sides find ways to improve. On this episode of The Corporate Counsel Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Cognetic Legal & Consulting founder and principal Damien Sullivan to discuss the biggest mistakes that law firms make when dealing with in-house teams, the responsibility of those in-house to better communicate their needs, whether those in-house have more leverage in relationships right now, and at what point a law department should cut a law firm loose. The pair also delve into the mistakes that law departments make when working with their external providers, how the age of coronavirus might have changed the nature of working relationships and what opportunities are emerging in such relationships.  If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.   If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email editor@lawyersweekly.com.au for more insights!