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The Penultimate Predicament
Wasn’t first year great? The excitement of university life was so fresh. And second year? Finally shedding off the awkward teen years and...

Survive Law
May 24, 20232 min read


Using Artificial Intelligence to Close the Justice Gap
Reposted from November 2016 #survivelawarchive In recent years, the legal sector has seen the introduction of numerous software designed...

Survive Law
May 23, 20232 min read


When Working in a Law Firm Doesn't Work for You
Work beyond a law firm | What are your options? One of the biggest complaints I hear from students is that there isn’t enough information...

Kath Hall
Oct 18, 20226 min read


A Memorable Conversation with HC Justice Murray Gleeson
It's 5.45 PM on a Wednesday, and I'm more than willing to embrace a bowl of hot noodles and overcooked eggs. However, I realise I'm...

Head Editor
Aug 6, 20223 min read


Alternative career pathways in Law
Interview with Brendan Kelso What do you love or want to change about Law? I'm not sure if I have any specific examples about the law in...

Survive Law
Jan 5, 20226 min read


What students wished they knew about Law School
#squidgame #lawschooledition Law degrees are a popular choice among both undergraduate and postgraduate students. They are known as one...

Survive Law
Dec 22, 20214 min read


Signs You Have a Personal Injury Case
If you’re like most people, you’ve probably not needed to deal with a lawyer for anything. Your typical day will likely see you leave the...

Survive Law
Jul 1, 20212 min read


Getting Involved in Social Justice as a Law Student
When I first started writing this blog, my primary purpose was to provide you with a comprehensive list of social justice organisations...

Kath Hall
Jun 17, 20213 min read


The Differences Between Law School and Legal Practice
As a licensed lawyer with years of experience, Alex Petraglia has a deep understanding of the differences between being a law student and...

Survive Law
Jun 3, 20213 min read


Understanding Cognitive Biases
Intro From litigation to contract negotiations, the legal process is very entwined with the human condition. “Justice systems around the...

Terry Ang
Apr 1, 20215 min read


What does the ALRC tell us about Procedural Justice?
The Australian Law Reform Commission (ALRC) operates independently from the Australian Government to investigate, research and recommend...

Raychel Plath
Mar 18, 20215 min read


Working Your First Job Out of Law School - 4 Helpful Tips
Surviving law school and the several months studying for your bar exam tests your mettle in so many ways. The grind challenges more than...

Head Editor
Feb 23, 20212 min read


Consciously Addressing Unconscious Bias
It is now well known that the legal profession has some severe problems when it comes to diversity and inclusion. Firstly, it is often...

Survive Law
Dec 10, 20205 min read


Tips and Tricks for Dealing with Clients
When you're studying at Law School, the idea of working with clients and solving real-life problems sounds appealing, and it is. But...

Survive Law
Nov 26, 20204 min read


A Day in the Life of a Family Lawyer
Waking up at dawn, the thrill of an exciting day ahead pushes me to hop into the shower and get ready for the day.

Kimberly Clark
Oct 23, 20205 min read


Heydon's Hayday in Court
I couldn't comprehend the gravity of the discovery of the recent sexual assault allegations concerning Justice Heydon.

Survive Law
Jun 25, 20203 min read


Glad to be a grad
What would a post-Covid19 employment market look like for law graduates of 2020/21? Will the ghost of Law's past determine our future?

Terry Ang
May 28, 20206 min read


Outlawed: A call to action
Sometimes Law can feel unreasonably difficult, but does the culture we find ourselves in need to change to better accomodate graduates?

Head Editor
Mar 26, 20205 min read


My journey as a law student finalist in 2019
Surviving Law School can be incredibly arduous, at times. But I hope my journey as a law student finalist can help find your own success.
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Feb 6, 20205 min read


Interning: The Do’s and Don’ts
Your first day can be nerve racking, especially if you’ve never had any practical experience within the law, or general administration.
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Survive Law
Aug 8, 20193 min read
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