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LIV Young Lawyers 20 Nov 2019

Welcome to the Summer edition of the Young Lawyers Journal.

In this 40^th anniversary edition of the YLJ, we look back on the last 40 years and catch up with YL alumni who've gone on to successful and diverse careers.

President's Report

Matthew Daly 20 Nov 2019

As we celebrate 40 years of LIV Young Lawyers (YL), we wish to thank you for your involvement with YL, highlight some of our incredible achievements over the past decade and reaffirm the commitment of over 9000 members to our shared vision going forward.

Editorial: A ruby anniversary

Alice Cooney & Jade Hopper 20 Nov 2019

The tradition behind a 40-year anniversary is to give a ruby and this edition of the YLJ is a true gem.

40 years of evolution

Adam Wakeling 20 Nov 2019

As YL enters its fifth decade, we look back on its growth and development.

What does CEDAW mean for women in Australian workplaces?

Allana Smith 20 Nov 2019

CEDAW strives for substantive equality, requiring nations who ratify it to be proactive. Is Australia doing enough?

Advocacy Discrimination Diversity Women's Rights Workplace

From YL to Deputy Chief Magistrate

Ileen Eshak 20 Nov 2019

Magistrate Franz Holzer shares lessons learned throughout his illustrious career.

Interviews Legal Biography Occupations

Switching gears: practice to academia

Liz Bishop 20 Nov 2019

Liz Bishop reflects on her time with YL and how it helped shape her career.

Interviews Legal Biography Occupations

Following your passion

Amanda Storey 20 Nov 2019

Amanda Storey’s time with YL helped pave the way to a diverse and rewarding career.

Interviews Legal Biography Occupations

How a legal problem led to a tech solution

Brendan Lacota 20 Nov 2019

Among other things Brendan Lacota is co-founder of onlinewillkit.com, a tool born from his experiences with frustrated clients.

Interviews Legal Biography Occupations Technology

A world of experience

Michaela Kennedy 24 Jun 2019

As a final year law student I am constantly thinking about what I could be doing to distinguish myself from my peers as we prepare for entry into the legal profession. Throughout my degree I have realised that skills required...

Competition Continuing Legal Education Students

Editorial: Your Innovative Career

Alice Cooney & Jade Hopper 24 Jun 2019

"Young people should be at the forefront of global change and innovation.” Kofi Annan. As young members of the legal profession, we have lived through a rapidly changing world, primarily driven by technological evolution...

Getting to grips with innovation

Zach Moon 24 Jun 2019

The legal profession is undergoing unprecedented change. Many if not all law firms seem to be investing heavily incorporating legal technology into their services. For law students and young lawyers trying to find our footing in the legal industry...

Technology

Bringing AI to family law

Max Paterson 24 Jun 2019

Lawyer Max Paterson reflects on his journey from legal practice to co-founding tech start-up Settify.I’m in a boardroom in London. There are 15 senior partners of one of London’s elite family law practices...

Technology

The entrepreneurial law student

Brad Woolstencroft 24 Jun 2019

Law students today are facing more pressure than ever to stand out from the rest, so how do they create opportunities for themselves by leveraging off technology...

Technology

Adapting to change

Andre Ong & Mitchell Zadow 24 Jun 2019

Andre Ong and Mitchell Zadow talk about their experiences at Sharrock Pitman Legal, 2018 Boutique Law Firm of the Year, and explain how technology has influenced and enhanced their careers as principal lawyers at the firm...

Technology

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