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For much of its history, the Australian legal profession has equated commitment with endurance. Long hours, constant availability, and the quiet acceptance of pressure have often been seen as markers of professionalism. But that model is showing its limits. Across the profession, from sole practitioners to large firms, lawyers are increasingly questioning whether the traditional structure of practice is sustainable. Not because they care less about the law, but because they c

If you’re finding it strangely hard to think straight right now — to plan, prioritise, or remember basic things — you’re not imagining it. December brings with it a predictable cognitive crash for many high-performing women, especially those juggling demanding work and family lives. You may still look competent on the outside. You are still getting through the work. But the  feeling  underneath — the fatigue, the short fuse, the “please don’t ask me one more thing” — is your

Ask any sole practitioner across Australia when they last took a proper holiday, and the answer is often the same: A pause? I can’t afford to stop. That mindset is understandable. Sole practitioners carry enormous responsibility

The legal profession is evolving — and flexibility is no longer a luxury For decades, the Australian legal industry has been built on tradition. Long hours, fixed offices, and unwavering commitment were the hallmarks of professional success. But as the pace of modern life accelerates, client expectations shift, and workplace culture evolves, the question facing law practices today isn’t just how to deliver exceptional legal services - it’s how to do it sustainably . Across