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Legal Secretaries Today
The role of legal secretary has evolved dramatically over the last 20 years becoming more complex, more technical and more critical to the overall performance of a high functioning legal team. In case you didn’t know, there is a huge shortage of experienced legal secretaries right now. Leading firms are

Advertising for In-House roles
There should be a degree in creating a job title and posting an ad. What responsibilities does the title imply? Will it fit on an email signature or business card? Will it date? Will it offend an existing team member? We think there is one other really big factor that

Coolest in-house counsel jobs in the world
Of course what makes a “cool” in-house counsel job will swing on individual interests or even what is going on in the world but we have listed some of the sectors to work in which will instantly make you the most interesting person to talk to in any room. Tech

Is the Grass Greener in-house?
There are a number of benefits to working in a law firm. However, there has been a significant growth in the role of in-house counsel. If you have ever wondered what the benefits are, you may wish to consider the following: – even for just a secondment. Here is a

Do you need an unrestricted legal practising certificate to be an in-house lawyer in NSW?
We recently spotted an ad for a relatively junior, in-house corporate lawyer role. The job sounded terrific but the advertisement said the employer specifically needed a candidate with an unrestricted practising certificate. Whilst this might be the employer’s preference, there is certainly no legal requirement in Australia for an in-house

Navigating Opportunities: How to Position Yourself for Legal Career Advancement
In a world where convenience is at our fingertips, from groceries to transportation, it’s natural to wonder why securing a job isn’t as simple. Many lucrative career opportunities remain hidden from public view, particularly in the legal field. Savvy employers understand that top lawyers are often too busy to scour