Features

• KWM puts Asia on centre stage as it turns over a new leaf

  Disappointed but unfazed by the end of its European partnership, KWM focuses on its strengths as Sue Kench takes over as global managing partner read more

• Regional firm finds success by empowering women lawyers

  Affirmative action policies make good business sense for this firm read more

• What’s the future of predictive coding in Australia?

  Use is growing and the benefits are numerous and significant, but what do law firms and lawyers need to understand about AI tools like predictive coding and technology-assisted review? read more

• Study: Many law students consider falsifying billed hours

  Almost one in four law student respondents in England and Wales would consider dishonestly billing additional hours for a bonus. read more

• Paid parental leave cuts threatens mums’ health and safety, says lawyer

  The government plans to curb “double dipping” which could mean many new mothers would lose up to $12,000. read more

• What next for cyber resilience?

  Cyber threats facing Australasian businesses are growing in scale and complexity. What was once largely an issue for IT professionals is now a crucial consideration for all of us. Lawyers are no exception. Toby Gee and Oliver Tapper report read more

• Weekend wrap

  A new project has revealed the best firms for women, Norton Rose Fulbright has worked out a new way to utilise student labour and industry leaders have weighed in on industry flux. read more

• Opinion: Hashtagging Law: mandatory reform

  Legal and professional services is being impacted by creativity and innovation, writes Belinda Coniglio. read more

• How to avoid a ‘secret resistance’ during change management

  Three management experts weigh in on the HR mistake that can lead to poor employee practices during organisational change. read more

• Australasian Lawyer: weekend wrap

  Making news this week, a report by Allen & Overy has found that an influx of mega deals may lead to the biggest M&A year since the GFC, an Aussie first court academy has opened and Australasian Lawyer revealed the top legal employers in the country. read more