The results from the 2019 Legal Firm of Choice Survey are in, and Momentum Intelligence head of research Michael Johnson joins host Jerome Doraisamy on this week's episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show to discuss satisfaction levels, or lack thereof.

Michael outlines the attitudes, perceptions and priorities of legal professionals as identified in this year's Survey. Also, in unveiling younger practitioners (i.e. those with 1-3 years of experience) as the least satisfied demographic, he explains the possible contributing factors for such dissatisfaction and suggests proactive measures that firms can and should be taking to help those coming through the ranks to remain satisfied throughout their legal career.

Senior legal counsel-turned-yoga instructor Amity St Clair joins host Jerome Doraisamy on this week's episode of The Corporate Counsel Show to discuss why she has recently taken a break from law to focus on teaching Japanese yoga. She shares how practicing yoga helped her bring more of herself to work, the lessons she was able to apply in her day-to-day life and how yoga helped shape her into a better leader in the work place. In conversation with Jerome, she also discusses the issues and challenges for lawyers in the in-house space, the role of general counsel in fostering a more hospitable workplace environment and the importance of having conversations around any issues that arise in the workplace.

Principal of SBA Legal and treasurer of NSW Council of Civil Liberties Stephen Blanks joins host Jerome Doraisamy on this week's episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show to discuss the role of ethics in law and its relationship to civil liberties. Stephen discusses ethical considerations that legal professionals need to be aware of, the relationship between ethics and civil liberties and why legal professionals need to ensure they aren't just doing what their clients want. He also discusses the current political landscape, the environment around parliament and how lawyers in the workplace should view civil liberties.

Diane Yui – also known by her stage name, Astral Days – reveals why she stepped away from her legal career to start a pole dancing studio on this week's episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, with host Jerome Doraisamy.

Dianne reveals why she left legal practice, the benefits of pole on her wellbeing, why she believes it can make someone a better lawyer and the stigma around pole dancing and some the challenges she has faced.

She also shares why she recommends for those who are "pole curious" to just give it a go and why law firms should be looking at implementing pole as a lunchtime activity for staff.

Laser Clinics Australia general counsel and company secretary Kristy Silbert discuss the issues, challenges and opportunities for legal counsel in the beauty industry on this week's episode of The Corporate Counsel Show, with host Jerome Doraisamy.

The pair discuss what it is like to work as an in-house lawyer in an industry that is always evolving, the importance of general counsel having a seat at the table among senior leadership to ensure legal is prominent, and how she strikes a balance to ensure they are covered where legislation has not yet caught up. Kristy also shares her advice for anyone looking to enter or shift over to the beauty space and the parallels between the industry and the banking royal commission.

Former Lawyers Weekly journalist Grace Ormsby, who has been closely following the Lawyer X Royal Commission, shares her thoughts on the situation and raises the question of whether Victoria Police need more substantive training to better understand the importance of legal professional privilege. Together with Lawyers Weekly editor Emma Ryan, Ms Ormsby discusses the issues raised by the Royal Commission into the Management of Police Informants, whether cultural issues exist within Victorian Police and the grey area surrounding collaboration with legal professionals. She also shares her thoughts on the possible need for another Royal Commission, if the ethical issues uncovered are a wider spread issue throughout the country and how legal professionals need to ensure that justice is being held.

Award-winning barrister Matthew Littlejohn joins host Jerome Doraisamy on this week's episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show to discuss why he chose to go to the bar at such a young age and why he is encouraging others to follow in his footsteps. Matthew shares the issues, challenges and opportunities he has faced in his career as a barrister so far, why it's imperative to identify when you need help, and his advice for graduates coming through the ranks if they are thinking of joining the bar. He also shares why he uses social media to promote his chambers, how he navigates the need for social interaction at work and how barristers need to ensure they are looking after themselves in regards to mental health.

This week on the Corporate Counsel Show, Jerome Doraisamy is joined by CEO of the Governance Institute of Australia Megan Motto to discuss company secretaries, why the role can be very rewarding and the lead up to AGM season. They discuss the challenges and issues company secretaries are facing, what makes a good company secretary and how the ability to understand personality and behaviours will play in one's favour. They also touch on workplace culture within the industry and advice for those promoting healthy wellbeing within organisations.

This week on the Corporate Counsel Show, Jerome Doraisamy is joined by CEO of the Governance Institute of Australia Megan Motto to discuss company secretaries, why the role can be very rewarding and the lead up to AGM season.    They discuss the challenges and issues company secretaries are facing, what makes a good company secretary and how the ability to understand personality and behaviours will play in one's favour.    They also touch on workplace culture within the industry and advice for those promoting healthy wellbeing within organisations. 

In May of 2017 Amani Haydar's father was sentenced to 18 years in prison for the murder of his wife. In this episode of the Lawyers Weekly Show, Amani joins host Jerome Doraisamy to reflect on the incident, her experience as a lawyer navigating the resulting legal proceedings, and how the event has driven her to be an advocate for others. Amani discusses her role on the board of the Bankstown Women's Health Centre, how through the creative industries she is leading a narrative around women's rights, and shares where she believes there are shortfalls in the legal system surrounding harassment and abuse towards women. If you are in need of support or information, you may wish to contact the below services: www.ourwatch.org www.whiteribbon.org.au www.lifeline.org.au or the national hotline for sexual assault, domestic family violence / counselling on 1800 RESPECT