Don’t Skip the Boilerplate: A Guide to Review (Part 2)
This is part two of a four-part series on how to review boilerplate clauses, focusing generally on lesser-known risks. Part one covered confidentiality clauses, and this part two discusses boilerplate clauses from A to En. Parts three and four have
Technology Basics – Part 2: Commanding the Content
Mastering Microsoft Word Like a Pro Welcome to the second 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
The Changing Lawyer
The legal profession is undergoing a profound transformation. Driven by technological disruption, evolving client expectations, and a reevaluation of traditional skill sets, lawyers today face a landscape that looks vastly different from even a few years ago. Success in this
Don’t Skip the Boilerplate: A Guide to Review (Part 1 – Confidentiality)
When pressed for time in reviewing agreements, lawyers tend to skim the boilerplate clauses. Lawyers may believe that they pose little risk, particularly if those clauses were taken from a previous precedent or from a reputable source. Or we may
Reflections on 40 Years of Legal Practice
I was called to the Singapore Bar in 1980 when the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Singapore was Wee Chong Jin CJ, the Prime Minister was Mr. Lee Kuan Yew, and the Bee Gees dominated the airwaves. Back
What’s Your Law Firm’s AI Strategy?
Global interest in artificial intelligence (AI), particularly generative AI, is transforming business operations across industries, including the legal field. Despite concerns about AI's reliability, law firms are increasingly adopting AI to remain competitive and improve services. Successful AI adoption necessitates a strategic
So … Now You’re a Qualified Lawyer. What Next?
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
Let’s Talk About Mental Health
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
Life in a Law Firm
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
Technology Basics – Part 1: Taming the Inbox
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