Any lawyer who’s made the leap from private practice to in-house law knows the challenge. While the two functions might seem similar, in reality, there are key differences and a unique skill set is required. Competing interests, endless demands across an organisation, and the need to prioritise effectively, make an in-house legal role highly demanding. So, what does it take to be a high impact, commercial lawyer and team leader? We’re covering the key attributes required to succeed.

Law Squared has today announced the launch of Cubed by Law Squared, a legal intake, matter and contract management solution designed specifically for in-house legal teams - and built natively within Microsoft 365.

Do you remember where you were in 2016? For me, it was sitting in a Melbourne co-working space having just launched 'Law Squared' and preparing to deliver "Lunch & Learn" sessions as a part of my strategy to win clients. Its surreal to think how far we've come.

Unpaid debts can significantly impact your cash flow, especially as we approach the end of the financial year. Allowing debts to accumulate without addressing them can lead to financial strain, affecting your ability to reinvest or meet other important obligations.

If you engage any employees in Queensland, recent changes came into effect on 1 March 2025 that directly apply to your business. Here, we briefly summarise the changes that employers in Brisbane will now need to meet.

With the Federal Election now in full swing, charities and not-for-profits need to navigate the fine line between advocacy and lobbying. In our recent webcast, "Advocacy vs Lobbying: Legal Boundaries in an Election Year," experts Gautam Raju, Jo Scard, and Law Squared Founder and CEO, Demetrio Zema, shared critical insights on staying compliant while making your voice heard. Here’s a quick rundown of their key takeaways for NFPs during this election period.

This March, Law Squared’s Energy + Infrastructure team hosted a series of Women in Energy events in Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney — bringing together 70+ remarkable women driving change across the sector.

In times of uncertainty, Demetrio Zema, Founder + Director of law firm Law Squared, shares practical advice for leaders to build trust and bring stability by ‘controlling the controllables.’

Disputes + Litigation lawyer Sarah Cooney discusses key differences, risks and a shared commitment to principles in the approaches to the use of Gen AI in courtrooms on either side of the Murray, below.

Law Squared has kicked off the new year with exciting growth, welcoming new senior lawyers, celebrating the third cohort of its Graduate Program, and expanding its office footprint, with the opening of a Perth office. 

The Privacy and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2024 (the Bill) was introduced in Federal Parliament on 12 September 2024. The Bill contains the first tranche of proposed reforms to the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) (Privacy Act) to implement measures that will enhance the privacy of individuals in Australia. If the Bill successfully proceeds through Parliament this year, the new laws can be expected to commence from mid-2025.

Attention employers!! Important changes to The Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes No.2) Act 2024 (Cth) (the FWA) came into effect this month on 26 August, 2024. Here, we briefly summarise the changes that employers will now need to meet.

Don’t conflate busyness with achievement in the final months of 2024. Here, Founder + Director, Demetrio Zema, offers his advice to make the most of the final months of the year. 

The Fair Work Commission's (FWC) recent decision in Frederick Deon Du Preez v MSWA Limited underscores some valuable lessons for for NFPs and other organisations when carrying out restructures. Here, Employment Lawyer, Amogh Kadhe, unpacks key highlights of the case, and what NFPs need to keep in mind when considering making roles redundant.

Law Squared’s Energy + Infrastructure team welcomes the release of the Australian Energy Market Operator’s (AEMO) Integrated System Plan (ISP), providing much needed guidance and clarity for Australia as it works towards a greener, more resilient energy future.