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Colleen Tankard, retired Partner of Legal People, at her farewell lunch
October 20, 2025
After an incredible 38 years, we celebrate Colleen Tankard's dedication and contribution to Legal People and wish her the best in her retirement.
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October 1, 2025
How to use AI tools in a smart way when preparing your next legal job application so you don't end up sounding like every other applicant.
Aerial view of central business district at dusk
August 20, 2025
Making a lateral move is a significant decision that warrants more than just a salary comparison. The questions you should ask yourself before making the leap.
Four business people connecting jigsaw puzzle pieces.
July 9, 2025
Cultural fit can be just as important for your legal industry career as technical skills and work experience. Find out why and how law firms assess value alignment.
Sharon Henderson presenting at the 2025 Legal Recruitment Landscape for Lawyers & Hirers seminar
May 23, 2025
Stand out in a competitive market through understanding trends in the Melbourne legal sector and how you can attract, recruit and retain talented lawyers!
Corporate employee pressing graphic image of an 'Exit' button.
April 16, 2025
Dreading Mondays? Feel like you've hit a ceiling at work? The 7 signs that suggest you may have outgrown a role and should start considering your options.
Two corporate people shaking hands in an office
March 4, 2025
The questions aspiring in-house counsels are likely to be asked in interviews. Find out how to approach these questions & what corporate employers are looking for.
Magnet attracting people standing in a line.
January 16, 2025
Law firms & corporations: discover where you should focus your energy and the type of attraction and retention initiatives to invest in to attract top legal talent!
Aerial view of city buildings
December 4, 2024
Private practice can offer a dynamic & rewarding working environment - from career advancement, skill-building & opportunities to work with high quality clients.
A woman is holding a newspaper and smiling while standing in front of a building.
October 21, 2024
Understanding practice areas & specialisations is essential for a young lawyer's career advancement. Explore key practice areas, trends & future opportunities!
A robotic hand is typing on a laptop computer
August 28, 2024
AI in recruitment offers numerous advantages, but a human-centric approach has never been more important to ensure the best possible outcome in legal recruitment.
A woman shakes hands with another woman in a crowd of people
July 17, 2024
Building and maintaining a well thought out network fosters opportunities and allows you to learn, grow and progress your career.
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June 12, 2024
Legal People celebrated its 50th anniversary! At our market insights seminar, we discussed areas of law in demand and prevailing market conditions.
Two colleagues engaging in collaboration and team work
April 24, 2024
Skills lawyers should focus on, highlight in their CV and add to their career development plan to make the shortlist in their next legal industry role.
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March 12, 2024
Soft skills can be highly valuable in a successful legal career. Here's how to demonstrate you possess these skills on your CV & LinkedIn profile.
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