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Legal eagles take off in pursuit of record LifeFlight fundraiser

Eloquence of Brisbane’s best lawyers planning to again take off to raise funds for Queensland’s legendary LifeFlight rescue helicopter service.

Tony Keim

Outside the law

In Conversation with Paul Richards

Paul’s journey shows us that it doesn’t matter how long, or how long ago you were in the ‘game,’ because some things don’t change: the opportunity to develop friendships, relationships and the value of adaptability to the unpredictability of life.

Sheetal Deo

Outside the law

In conversation with Karen Johnson

Asserting your right to exist, your right to be human, is not a choice, it is a necessity. This message instilled in Karen at an early age and has stayed with her through her legal studies.

Sheetal Deo

Outside the law

In conversation with Michael Bidwell

As a legal clerk, Michael Bidwell was told his sexuality would ‘hold back his career.

Sheetal Deo

Outside the law

In conversation with Kathryn Dorante

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are disproportionately and systemically oppressed by the justice system. I wanted to utilise the privileges I have in accessing tertiary education to gain qualifications in an area where I can become an advocate for, and empower, my people.

Sheetal Deo

Outside the law

In conversation with Adam Saunders

I believe there is a lot to be said about taking your time following graduation to not just reflect on what you just achieved, but also to avoid burnout and set some goals and take time for yourself.

Sheetal Deo

Outside the law

In conversation with Ivan Ingram

Don’t sit idly by to wait for that change to happen and for other people to do that kind of work; be involved, and contribute to the dialogue, and help facilitate the passage of change – even in the simplest of ways.

Sheetal Deo