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LCA advocates for federal Human Rights Act

The Law Council of Australia has called on the Government to implement a national Human Rights Act.

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Ensuring access to justice for all

The primary role of courts is to provide access to justice, settle disputes, and uphold the rights of our citizens and good government. Yet they have not been given sufficient technological resources to function properly and efficiently in the modern world.

, Louise Corrigan

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Motor vehicle disputes at QCAT: Some practical observations

Just over a year since new 'lemon laws' were enacted, there is already a body of case law.

, Glen Cranwell

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Solar and wind farm lease considerations

Growing interest in renewable energy will lead to rural clients leasing out land for solar or wind farms. Here's a primer for practitioners.

, Tony Randall

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The buck doesn’t stop with the ‘next generation’

But the profession has changed and the narrative needs to change too, and you have the opportunity to change that narrative.

, Sheetal Deo

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QLS Diverse Ability Network releases Accessibility Guide

The guide, created by the members of the QLS Diverse Abilities Network, includes a list of simple measures that may assist people with diverse abilities who frequent or visit your workplace and in doing so, assist you in providing a more inclusive workplace.

, Sheetal Deo

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First Nations lawyers shaping a deadly future

I believe we need the diversity of First Nations solicitors to enhance the legal profession.

, Joshua Apanui

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A message from our youngest QLS Councillor…

You need people to back you so you can back yourself.

, Lexi Kehl

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Success beyond the concrete jungle

Why the voice of regional practitioners is vital to the future of the profession.

, Lexi Kehl

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Queensland Coronial Legal Service funding to support grieving families

Queensland Coronial Legal Service has received a five-year funding boost to increase its capactiy to assist Queensland families

, Tony Keim

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Queensland Coronial Legal Service

Demand for the services Queensland Coronial Legal Service provides is set to increase as Queensland's population grows.

, Tony Keim

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Making coronial inquests more bearable for families

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FLC: Support, socialisation and future-shaping

The legal profession often takes a conservative approach to change, but our generation is the first to have lived with unprecedented access and exposure to technology.

, Lexi Kehl

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What makes a great leader?

I think we all know bad leadership when we see it.

, Midja Fisher

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Future leaders needed!

There has probably never been a time the legal profession needed its future leaders more than now. But, why?

, Matt Dunn

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Opening the closet door to shape the future

Michael and Dean have worked tirelessly to leave their rainbow mark on the legal profession. They're now encouraging others to do the same with the FLCE.

, Lexi Kehl

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QLS Future Leaders Committee: Not your typical ‘young lawyer’ committee

While the establishment of a committee comprising of members who are either 35 years of age or younger or have 0-5 years post admission experience (PAE) is not unique, the Future Leaders Committee is.

, Sheetal Deo