Practice Intelligence

The rule of law is fundamental to the functioning of any society and its democracy. It ensures fairness, resolves conflicts, and maintains social order. To effectively fulfil these responsibilities, governments...

Family violence is on the rise in family law matters in Australia, with 68% of the approximately 2,000 Australian family law professionals attending the Smokeball and FamilyProperty State of Family...

Bloomberg Law announced the release of an environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) litigation report that draws upon emerging ESG legal and compliance issues from dockets across the US in...

Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers has launched a new multimedia campaign, including television, radio, outdoor and digital, as the Firm continues to grow its practice and expand its presence across NSW....

According to PwC Middle East, 89% of the total Merger and Acquisition deals in the Middle East were collectively recorded in Saudi Arabia, UAE and Egypt. Saudi Arabia has already...

Outside GC, a law firm of veteran attorneys that augment in-house legal teams and provide early-stage companies with a business-first approach to lawyering, today announced its new brand identity and...

The global professional services market grew from $4,877.15 billion in 2017 to $5,890.11 billion in 2022 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.8%. The market is expected to...

The legal profession is undergoing a significant transformation, with attorney compensation reaching unprecedented heights, as revealed by a study conducted by Thomson Reuters. In a world marked by uncertainty, the...

The Law Council of Australia welcomes today’s entry into force of the Free Trade Agreement between Australia and the United Kingdom. “Having engaged with DFAT throughout the negotiation of the...

The legal industry is no stranger to the adage "bigger is better," as demonstrated by the growing trend of law firm mergers. Data from legal consultancy Fairfax Associates reveals that...

The rise of cryptocurrencies has revolutionised the financial landscape, offering an alternative to conventional monetary systems. Last year, the global cryptocurrency market reached a valuation of around USD 4.67 billion,...

There has been a significant cultural change within law firms in recent times. With Mental Health Awareness Week commencing last week, there has been a renewed focus on employee mental...

Smokeball, a leading legal practice management software, announced the finalists of its third annual National Secretary's Day competition, which celebrates the outstanding contributions of paralegals and legal secretaries across Australia....

Boosting profitability in a law firm involves various strategies and practices. Here are some top profitability strategies to consider per ChatGPT: Focus on High-Value Clients: Identify and prioritise clients that...

The Budget acknowledges the tough times of the current economic climate and in a number of ways seeks to help Australians through them.  In his speech tonight, the Treasurer has...