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Making the Leap: From Trainee to Associate Congratulations! You’ve crossed the finish line of your traineeship and emerged as a freshly minted associate. Feeling a mix of excitement and nerves is perfectly normal - it’s a rite of passage. Reflecting on my

Embracing Science and Humanity in the AI Age Dear Learned Friends, Congratulations on being called to the Bar! Three years ago, when I was called to the Bar, the world around us was very different. While there was buzz about whether artificial intelligence

Mental Health Amongst Lawyers “I don’t have time to rest! I have exams, a mooting competition to prepare for and more internships to apply to!” “People are going to wise up and figure out I’m not that smart.” “I keep worrying that I

You would know by now that you will likely be spending most of your waking hours in the office. You may be spending more time with your colleagues than with your family. As a new lawyer, you have to also

Picture this. In the year 2050, Singapore lawyers are not just legal eagles; they are legal unicorns, with an ethical compass so advanced it could navigate interstellar courtrooms. Morality is a disco ball, reflecting the many facets of right and

Every law graduate reaches a point when he or she is confronted with the decision over which career path to take following admission to the Bar. With the coming into force of the Legal Profession (Amendment) Act 2023 in 2024,

Jasmine Toh and Wong Pei Yee are a mentor-mentee pair who participated in the Law Society’s Mentorship Scheme. They share about their experiences as mentor and mentee, and how the process of mentoring can be mutually meaningful and enriching. Find

Mastering Microsoft Outlook Like a Pro Welcome to the first installment of the “Technology Basics” series, brought to you by the Law Society’s Representation and Law Reform department. This series aims to offer lawyers practical tips on how to make the

How to Save Money and Time Congratulations if you have decided to start your own practice. Whether you are flying solo, or partnering a few others, chances are neither of you have done it before. Starting a new practice is like

Embarking on my legal journey was both exciting and daunting. Participating in the Law Society's inaugural mentorship scheme provided me with a transformative experience that shaped my career in ways I could never have imagined. This scheme offered a confidential