IT contracts have become the backbone of modern business. Whether you’re procuring software, outsourcing a service, or integrating third-party platforms, the risks embedded in these agreements can have significant commercial and operational consequences. Here, Commercial Lawyer + Team Lead, Vladimir Kravchenko, explores six emerging pressure points shaping risk allocation in contemporary IT deals.

From 1 November 2025, a new whistleblower framework in the Australian aged care sector is being introduced under the Aged Care Act 2024 (Cth) (Aged Care Act). Designed with a rights-based, transparency-focused approach following the Royal Commission’s recommendations, it aims to strengthen safety and accountability in aged care.

At Law Squared, we, like many in the legal and tech communities, are closely monitoring the evolving landscape of AI and copyright law. In June 2025, a significant development occurred when a U.S. federal judge ruled in favor of Meta Platforms Inc. in a copyright lawsuit brought by authors including Sarah Silverman and Ta-Nehisi Coates. The authors alleged that Meta had unlawfully used their works to train its AI system, LLaMA.

This month, Law Squared’s Energy + Infrastructure team hosted our next round of “Let’s Talk About It” events in Brisbane and Melbourne, designed specifically for women working in the Energy + Infrastructure sector. Guided by the leaders of our Energy + Infrastructure Team lawyers, Natasha Ozolins-Stubbs and Sarah Ward, the events brought together over 30 women from all ages and stages of their careers to engage in honest conversations around the topics that are too often left out of the workplace dialogue: mental health, menopause and money.

In this blog, we share highlights from the recent How to Design a Safe Workplace in 2025: Respect@Work & More webcast featuring Dr Laura Kirby – Executive Director and Chief Psychologist, Australian Psychological Services, Andrew Brooks – Head of Employment and Workplace Relations, Law Squared, and hosted by Cassandra Hatton – Chief People and Capability Officer, Law Squared.

We are delighted to announce officially launch Tetra Claims – Law Squared’s new end-to-end third-party claims administration business, designed to transform the way insurers, MGAs and corporates manage risk and navigate insurance claims.

As we kick off the new financial year, it's an important time for companies to review their debtor's ledger and clear outstanding debts that be lingering from FY2024-25.

As Law Squared approaches its 10^th year anniversary in early 2026, the multinational leading NewLaw firm is pleased to announce the addition of two highly regarded industry leaders to its Advisory Board and 10 new starters, positioning the business for continued growth and innovation in the years ahead. 

As of 30 May 2025, new cybersecurity reporting obligations under Part 3 of the Cyber Security Act 2024 have come into effect. These provisions introduce mandatory reporting for certain businesses that make ransomware or cyber extortion payments.

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.