Artificial intelligence is transforming the way legal work is performed, challenging long-standing models for training junior lawyers. As routine tasks become increasingly automated, firms must rethink how early-career practitioners develop core legal skills, gain practical experience and receive mentorship. This article explores the implications of AI on legal education and workforce development, and what firms can do to build the next generation of legal talent.
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Designing lawyers: Attorney growth in the age of AI-fueled practice
Artificial intelligence is transforming more than legal workflows. It is reshaping how lawyers learn, develop expertise, and progress throughout their careers. This article examines the changing capabilities legal professionals need to thrive in an AI-enabled environment and provides insights for law firm leaders looking to build future-ready talent strategies that support growth, innovation, and long-term success.
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‘Extreme’ stress linked to high turnover of in-house counsel at ASX100 companies
In-house counsel and private practice lawyers are under “extreme” pressure, a panel of experts in Sydney concluded last month. Continued “unsustainable workloads” are significantly affecting the wellbeing, productivity and retention…
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Workplace Wellbeing: Lessons from the Legal Leaders Masterclass
Thomson Reuters recently collaborated with Positive Group to present a Legal Leaders Masterclass at the Hilton Sydney bringing together industry leaders, experts, and professionals to explore the crucial link between…
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2022 Australia: State of the Legal Market Report
Many of Australia’s largest firms performed well in the financial year (FY) of 2022. The market may serve as a beacon for other firms globally.
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The ‘Down Under’ Front in the Competition for Legal Talent
firms in Australia have weathered the global pandemic relatively well, avoiding the market downturn that negatively impacted so many law firms in other regions.
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Australian Law School Takes The Lead in Building Tomorrow’s Law Firm Leaders
Lawyers spend the first years of their career primarily focused on honing their legal skills and gathering experience but leadership skills can be a more important asset.
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Law Firms Facing Several Key Factors in Competing for Legal Talent, says New Report
In the 2022 Law Firms Stay-Go Report, we see how some law firms are better able to retain their top legal talent.
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The Intersection of Law Firm Talent and Legal Tech
Legal technologies are designed to help lawyers serve clients more effectively. But they can also nurture the law firm talent pipeline.
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15th Managing Partners Forum: Legal Heavyweights Deliberate on the Future of Law
Legal leaders from across the Asia-Pacific region gathered for Chilli IQ’s 15th Managing Partners Forum, to weigh in on the future of law.
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