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
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,
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Why Lawyers Need to Know Basic Stats and UIUX in the Age of AI It has become common parlance to talk about making data-driven decisions. At most tech-related conferences, there will be one topic on making more data-driven decisions. It usually
What happens to a Sole Practitioner’s law practice when they pass away or when they lose mental capacity? What preparatory steps could a Sole Practitioner take to plan for such contingencies? What are some areas in which regulators can consider
Associates play a pivotal role in the delivery of legal services, serving as the backbone of law firms' operations and representing the future leadership of the organisation. The ability to attract, develop and retain top legal talent is essential for
In recent years, the legal industry has experienced notable transformation with the emergence of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) based on large language model (LLM) systems such as ChatGPT, Bard, Bing and Copilot. These and other similar LLM tools present exciting
Key Considerations for Technology Pilots in Law Firms In an era of rapid legal evolution, how are law firms reviewing new technology? This article examines the necessity of technology pilots for law firms alongside key considerations to ensure these new tools
In 2023, the value of the global financial services market was estimated at US$28,115 billion, encompassing a complex web of domestic and international transactions entered into by banks, financial institutions and other participants. Access to and the provision of banking
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