Edition · 5 April 2026
The Edition is The Profession's bi-monthly column of considered writing — commentary, analysis, and long-form contribution from editorial and the practitioners who shape Australian legal life. Not news. Not noise. The kind of writing that earns a second reading: pieces that take a position, sit with complexity, and trust the reader to meet them there. Published twice monthly, to a standard that makes the wait worthwhile.
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The professional advice to "network" arrives early and often in a legal career. The practical experience of attempting to do so — the cocktail functions, the LinkedIn strategies, the alumni events and breakfast seminars — is somewhat less inspiring than the advice suggests. A junior lawyer reflects on what networking actually is, and what it is not.
James Okafor · 21 June 2026
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Becoming an Independent Children’s Lawyer is more than a career move; it is a commitment to a specific, highly regulated form of advocacy. The Profession breaks down the current landscape for Victorian practitioners seeking to join the specialist list.
Profession Contributor · 7 May 2026
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The transition to the Bar is often described in terms of independence and intellectual autonomy. Less discussed is the operational reality: building a sustainable practice without predictable workflows, institutional support, or guaranteed income. For newer barristers, the absence of structure is both the greatest freedom and the most persistent constraint.
Ashleigh Morris · 6 May 2026
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The indemnity principle, party-party cost orders, and the operation of cost sanctions in Australian civil litigation are frequently discussed as access to justice tools. They are not working as intended — and the reform conversation needs to be more honest about why.
Profession Contributor · 14 April 2026
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LinkedIn is no longer optional for Australian lawyers serious about their careers or client pipelines. From profile optimisation to strategic engagement, this guide covers how to use the platform with purpose, precision, and professional credibility.
Profession Contributor · 17 February 2026