Large firm King & Wood Mallesons has managed to attract the attention of a Worksafe investigation. Why? For "overworking lawyers and staff..." (the phrase used in the Australian). So far …
Have you Fallen Into a Rut?
Most people don't even realise they're in it, of course. But there it is, high walls on either side, determining your path and instructing your future. It's the rut. You start your career, …
The Poisonous Quest for Work/Life Balance
It's been a while since I had an inflammatory headline, so I thought I'd give it a go. Here's the gist of this article: striving for work/life balance is not only a terrible idea, but likely to cause …
Law Is Not a Good All-Round Degree
For those not paying attention, Malcolm Turnbull, the Prime Minister of Australia, recently said to a bunch of year 12 students (and later in a radio interview): I think too many kids do law. They …
6 Types of Nightmare Bosses in Law
Of the many difficult scenarios you're going to face in a legal career, one of the most challenging can be when your immediate supervisor is a source of grief. But grief takes many forms. Let's …
3 Things you Need for Flexible Work to Succeed
Implementing a flexible work "policy" is largely a waste of time unless you give the idea a chance to thrive. These days, many law firms have paid lip service to the desire for greater …