How to write good legal advice as a junior lawyer
A step-by-step guide with practical examples to help junior lawyers write better legal advice
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How to choose a practice area as a junior lawyer
Choosing a practice area is a big decision. Here’s what experienced lawyers say you should consider, and a framework to help you make the best choice for you.
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How to manage up as a junior lawyer
Tips, scripts, and resources for junior lawyers to improve their working relationship with their managers and regain more control over their workflow.
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How to organise and document your workflow as a lawyer
How to set up and use a task manager to visually organise and document your workflow, responsibilities and achievements.
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How to write better job applications
In this article, James Keane (Graduate Hiring Manager at Herbert Smith Freehills) and I set out actionable tips for junior lawyers to improve their job applications.
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How to manage a contract execution process
Checklists, templates and processes that junior lawyers can use to manage contract signings.
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5 career tips to help junior lawyers stand out
Junior lawyers aren’t really assessed on their technical ability in their early years. Here are 5 things (with practical examples) to focus on instead.
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How to write legal research memos
As a junior lawyer, I spent 500+ hours writing legal research memos. Here’s an example and some tips on how to write / structure them.
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AU Clerkship Application Tracker 2022
Australian Law Firm Clerkship Tracker 2022 – a database of 27+ law firms across all major cities and clerkship application resources.
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How to engage an expert witness as a junior lawyer
A step-by-step guide to help junior lawyers engage expert witnesses.
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