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The Lawfluent Podcast

by Isabella Elena Carrozzi

Everyone wants to keep up to date with the emerging legal trends and technologies transforming the way Australia’s legal system is practised, but not everyone has the time or patience to sit and read through a bunch of articles. Join Isabella from OpenLaw and BarNet JADE as she provides your go-to series for all things Law. Learn the tips, tricks and challenges of the legal profession's best, challenging conventions and innovating the legal landscape, in under an hour with focused and curated legal episodes.

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Episodes

  1. Dr Duffy v Google - A Story of the Underdog.

    David v Goliath. Duffy v Google. Everyone loves a story of the underdog. Usually, Goliath reigns supreme. But sometimes, just sometimes, the underdog gets justice. Today, we are speaking with an inspiring individual who took on one of the world’s largest companies, Google, in a defamation case…

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  2. The Making of The Victorian Reports with Peter Willis SC

    Peter Willis SC is a Victorian Barrister, and currently The Council's appointed editor for the Victorian Reports. The Victorian Reports contain significant cases from the Supreme Court in its first decisions and appeal decisions, available at victorianreports.com.au. Some 70-75 cases are selected...

  3. 7. The Rise of Uber with General Counsel Michael Coutts

    Uber's business has transformed urban life across the globe. As of 1 January 2022, Uber's platform powers movement in around 10,500 cities around the world. Michael Coutts' areas of practice include competition, regulatory and consumer law, having completed his Master of Laws where his…

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  4. 6. Changes in Recession-Proof Property Law with Gary Newton

    Gary Newton, Partner at HWL Ebsworth in the Real Estate and Projects team discusses all-things property law post COVID. Gary has also published 10 books on property law, including the 2020-2021 edition of the Annotated Conveyancing and Real Property Legislation Book. In this episode, Gary…

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  5. 5. Botox Gone Wrong with Medical Litigators Bill Madden & Justine Anderson

    Australians spend in excess of $1 billion in cosmetic procedures each year according to the Australasian College of Cosmetic Surgery and Medicine. This figure includes beauty treatments from non-medical practitioners. Anyone with a medical degree can advertise as a Cosmetic Surgeon. Join Bill...

  6. 4. Being the CEO of an International Non-Profit as a Law Student with Averie Bishop

    Averie Bishop is the co-founder of The Tulong Foundation, anon-profit organisation that aids children in third world countries to afford education by building libraries, offering scholarships and more. The organisation has been internationally recognised by the Clinton Foundation and can be seen…

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  7. 3. How to Lead using your Emotional Intelligence with Top High Performance Coach Louise Mathias

    Join Louise Mathias, certified high performance, social and emotional intelligence, and leadership coach ranked in the top 1% in Australia, using her experience as a multidisciplinary barrister and mediator, discuss confident leadership in the legal profession. Louise takes us through one of her...

  8. 2. Motivational Leadership and Team Culture in the Law with Jahan Kalantar

    Jahan Kalantar, Founder and Head of Litigation at Executive Law Group, talks about his experience as a Law Lecturer, TEDx speaker, and human rights activist. Jahan details his journey as a barrister from a young age, his tips on leading a firm, the current issues with government action for…

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  9. 1. The Future of Law Libraries with ALLA Law Librarians

    Today we sat down with law librarians Anastasia Stepanovic (Melbourne), Philip Mullen (Sydney) and Alice Hewitt (Perth), part of ALLA (the Australian Law Librarians Association). In this episode we discuss the rarely spoken about role of being a law librarian, particularly in these interesting...

  10. 9. Clerkships at Norton Rose Fulbright

    Ryan, Norton Rose Fulbright's National Early Talent Adviser, describes the firm's widely recognised culture as being inclusive, friendly, collaborative, and flexible. Plus, Andrew gives his insights after completing a Clerkship at Norton Rose Fulbright, then becoming a Graduate. LISTEN HERE and...

  11. 8. Clerkships at Clayton Utz

    Brooke, Clayton Utz’s Recruitment Adviser, denotes the firm's culture as reflecting the types of people they attract; smart, commercially-savvy individuals who are true to themselves, and have a strong social conscience. Tom and Minnie provide their advice after recently completing a Clerkship at...

  12. 7. Clerkships at Ashurst

    Jo, Ashurst’s Human Resources Manager, describes the firm as a collaborative, down to earth, and friendly environment for clerks. Kimberly and James provide their advice after completing a recent Ashurst clerkship. LISTEN HERE and explore more about us - https://linktr.ee/thelawfluentpodcast…

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  13. 6. Clerkships at Herbert Smith Freehills

    James, HSF’s Graduate Recruitment Manager, describes the high performing firm culture as being one in line with HSF’s values and vision, a strong focus on clients, as well as continuous learning, wellbeing, respect, and inclusion. Recent clerks Alex and Andrew detail on their clerkship…

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  14. 5. Clerkships at Corrs Chambers Westgarth

    Cassandra, Corrs’ People and Performance Consultant, denotes the firm’s energetic, exciting, high performing culture, leaving clerks feeling respected, empowered, valued and independent in the pursuit of a client’s best outcome. Corrs clerks Thea and Connor also describe their clerkship...

  15. 4. Clerkships at MinterEllison

    Eleni, MinterEllison’s Graduate Resourcing Consultant describes their culture as high performing, friendly, supportive, and genuine. MinterEllison’s goal is to create lasting impacts and deliver excellence, while supporting sustainable ways of working. Recent clerk and current MinterEllison...

  16. 3. Clerkships at Gilbert + Tobin

    Kristie Barton, Gilbert + Tobin’s Early Talent Manager explains that despite their high performing and ambitious lawyers, their firm culture is of relaxed intensity compared to other top tier firms, down to earth, and informal. Recent Gilbert + Tobin clerks Karla Jeffrey and Harry Kennewell give...

  17. 2. Clerkships at McCullough Robertson

    Thao Le, McCullough Robertson’s Human Resources Manager, details the firm’s down to earth, friendly, welcoming, and collegiate culture, explaining that partners are approachable and generous with their time. Plus recent clerks Georgia Kirschberg and Peta Banbas explain their clerkship…

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  18. 1. Clerkships at Allens

    Kajol, Allens’ Early Careers Advisor defines their culture as inclusive and respectful diverse perspectives helping solve complex problems. Allens is looking for curious, motivated candidates with soft, transferable skills suitable for a lawyer. Plus, listen to the experiences and tips of recent...

  19. Mastering The Clerkship with ClerkshipReady

    Jeffrey Zhao went from not passing the written application stage to scoring 11 clerkship interviews the year after, and created ClerkshipReady to help students prepare throughout the application process with the skills he had learnt. In this episode we go through the written application including...

  20. 7. Redefining Medical Law with Clare Eves

    Today we sat down with Clare Eves, the National Practice Leader for Medical Law at Shine Lawyers, Queensland. Clare leads a national team of expert medical negligence lawyers. To date, Clare and Shine’s medical law team have won landmark decisions in a number of jurisdictions, achieving...

  21. 6. Modernising Chambers as a Clerk with Jackie Charles

    Today we discuss with Jackie Charles, the Clerk of Level 22 Chambers. Jackie has done extensive work researching best practice in court education for school students, and she ran the first Court Education Program in NSW whilst being a high school teacher. In this episode we discuss: Jackie's...

  22. 5. Starting Your Own Virtual Law Firm with Elizabeth Davey

    Are you a legal practitioner wanting to add "Practice Manager" to your experience? Listen to Elizabeth Davey, Director of Coates Davey Solicitors as we discuss: Starting your own law firm, and how to do things differently during COVID. The challenges of founding Coates Davey and how she overcame...

  23. Case Note: Stubbings v Jams 2 Pty Ltd [2022] HCA 6

    Join Erica, Isabella and Rhea in this short bonus episode to discuss the new High Court of Australia decision Stubbings v Jams 2 Pty Ltd [2022] HCA 6 passed down on 16.3.2022. In this case note we discuss: The facts and procedural history of Stubbings v Jams 2 Pty Ltd The key issues for...

  24. 4. Social Media Lawyers & Shy Advocates with James d'Apice

    The episode you've been waiting for! Today we sat down with James d'Apice, Special Counsel at Chamberlains. James is a corporate and commercial litigator who uses his skills to help companies, trusts, and partnerships protect their interests. He is also know for Coffee and a Case Note on Tik Tok...

  25. 3. Wellbeing & Confidence Vs. A Law Degree with Christina Ienco

    "Being busy is the main cause of mindless behaviours. It justifies and reinforces living in this ‘autopilot’ mode. When you can't find time for yourself, you use the same excuse “I'm just really busy.” " Join Rhea and Isabella as Christina Ienco, Co-President of the UNSW Law Society gives insight...

  26. 2. Criminal Defence Careers & Briefing Cases with Tyson Manicolo

    Today we sit down with Tyson Manicolo - A senior criminal defence solicitor approaching 6 years post admission experience, and currently the head of Criminal Law at MMH Lawyers located in Victoria. Tyson also creates short yet high-quality case summaries on his LinkedIn. In this episode we…

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  27. 1. High Court Cases with Erica Taylor

    The legal landscape in Australia has undoubtedly evolved procedurally in the past 2 years. Today’s guest speaker is none other than Erica Taylor, the Director of Special Projects at JADE and the Victorian Reports. This episode explores: What her role as "Director of Special Projects" entails The...

  28. The Introduction - By Rhea & Isabella

    Welcome to The Lawfluent Podcast! We are your go-to Law Podcast connecting the legal community and law students with inspiring and knowledgeable legal mentors. Whether you're a law student looking to expand your legal research skills, or a legal practitioner interested in tips from the industry's...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Everyone wants to keep up to date with the emerging legal trends and technologies transforming the way Australia’s legal system is practised, but not everyone has the time or patience to sit and read through a bunch of articles. Join Isabella from OpenLaw and BarNet JADE as she provides your go-to series for all things Law. Learn the tips, tricks and challenges of the legal profession's best, challenging conventions and innovating the legal landscape, in under an hour with focused and curated legal episodes.

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Isabella Elena Carrozzi

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Everyone wants to keep up to date with the emerging legal trends and technologies transforming the way Australia’s legal system is practised, but not everyone has the time or patience to sit and read through a bunch of articles. Join Isabella from OpenLaw and BarNet JADE as she provides your go-to...

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