Lawyers Weekly Podcast Network

Newly elected ACC global board chair Mike Madden – just the second Australian to hold the role – speaks with Lawyers Weekly about how the role of general counsel is evolving and his hopes for in-house professionals more broadly. On this episode of The Corporate Counsel Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Hyne Timber head of group legal, compliance, commercial and procurement Mike Madden, who...

The term "intersectionality" was first coined by a lawyer. As a move towards the post-pandemic market, adopting an intersectional approach to legal practice will be increasingly essential for meaningful service of one's clients. On this episode of The Boutique Lawyer Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Regal Lawyers principal Mannie Kaur Verma to discuss what intersectionality means in the co...

Outside of the unrealities played out on television screens, criminal law can be packed full of exciting cases, clients and, sometimes, court appearances – but it's also highly competitive, so how can new lawyers make a career out of it? Protégé chats with a relatively new criminal lawyer on the pathway he took into the field. In this episode of The Protégé Podcast, host Naomi Neilson is joined by...

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 f...

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 man...

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 departme...

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...

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...

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...

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 Fami...

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...

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 ne...

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 w...

On this special episode of The Boutique Lawyer Show, produced in partnership with mattero, a panel of experts unpack the most pertinent professional and technological considerations for SME practices in the looming "new normal". Host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by mattero chief solutions officer Chris Porter, Lawganised founder and director Ben Deverson, and The Remote Expert founder and principal...

Spearheading a national team is not easy, least of all in a listed company and against the backdrop of a global pandemic. However, if one is sure of their purpose and implements the right strategies, opportunities will emerge and success will follow. On this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Shine Lawyers medical law national practice leader Clare Eves to discu...

On this special episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, produced in partnership with So They Can, a partner and a barrister reflect on their support for the organisation's education and empowerment programs that empower vulnerable communities in East Africa and how such work has informed their respective professional outlooks. Host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Wotton + Kearney partner and head of pro...

In an increasingly globalised market, it is imperative that in-house lawyers understand and appreciate the cultural idiosyncrasies of everyone who sits across from you at the negotiating table – especially given that the age of coronavirus has "changed how we communicate". On this episode of The Corporate Counsel Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Diligent assistant general counsel and three...

Fear used to hold Nancy Youssef back from achieving success in business. Her five-step process to overcome one's worries, particularly as we move into a post-pandemic market, is essential for all firm owners. On this episode of The Boutique Lawyer Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Nancy Youssef, the founder and financial strategist of Classic Finance Group and founder of Classic Mentoring a...

Having been caught between the choice of unpredictability in her dream job or the stability in another, one new lawyer shares how she thought she would be giving up her passion for writing when she pursued her interest in law – ultimately, however, she found a way to make both of them work in one big, exciting career. In this episode of The Protégé Podcast, host Naomi Neilson is joined by lawyer,...

There is "no greater gift" lawyers can give themselves than claiming what they want for their lives. Having left BigLaw behind to become a sex and relationship coach, Stephanie Rigg understands the importance of being deliberate and intentional about creating a meaningful life for one's self. On this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with corporate lawyer-turned-sex...

Having worked extensively across financial services and having successfully navigated an arduous royal commission into that sector, Scott Stierli knows how best to showcase one's importance to a business. On this episode of The Corporate Counsel Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by REA Group executive manager (legal) Scott Stierli to reflect on how much legal work in financial services has cha...

Not only do emerging leaders like Sheetal Deo have the power to reshape the makeup and tone of the legal profession and the ways in which client services are delivered – they are already doing it. On this episode of The Boutique Lawyer Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Shakti (Legal Solutions) founder and principal Sheetal Deo to discuss more substantive diversity and inclusion in law and h...

For International Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day, two senior legal professionals discuss their experiences with stillbirth and infertility, respectively. ( Content warning: this episode may be distressing for some listeners. Discretion is advised .) On this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Holding Redlich partner Alexandra Tighe and LOD head of mark...

On this special episode of The Corporate Counsel Show, produced in partnership with LOD, we explore how trust levels in-house have changed since the onset of COVID-19 and what this means for the legal department of the future. Host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by LOD Australia managing director Paul Cowling, St Barbara general counsel and company secretary Sarah Standish, and Willis Towers Watson he...

From youthful run-ins with a now-Supreme Court judge to the need to find a cure for "resting bastard face", Ian Whitworth's life and teachings for business owners are unlike any other. On this episode of The Boutique Lawyer Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Scene Change co-founder and author Ian Whitworth to discuss his journey from vet school to cab driving to being an advertising creative...