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Conference - May 2025
Next Gen Legal Leaders’ Summit
Are you ready to redefine your legal career and step into the spotlight as a leader in the industry?
Register your interest to attend Next Gen Legal Leaders Summit 2025, in a city near you.
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Thomson Reuters' Inaugural Next Gen Legal Leaders' Summit in Sydney. It was an inspiring gathering of the brightest minds and emerging talents in the legal field, all coming together to redefine their careers and step into leadership roles within the industry.
About the Summit
As the legal landscape continues to evolve with the shift towards remote work, our summit aimed to address the challenges of career progression and professional development that many face today. The event provided a platform for learning, networking, and sharing actionable strategies to enhance your legal career.
Featured speakers
Clarissa Rayward
Director, Accredited Family Law Specialist and Mediator, Brisbane Family Law Centre and Happy Lawyer Happy Life
Prof. Michael Legg
Director, Centre for the Future of the Legal Profession UNSW Law & Justice
Marija Dukadinovska
Career Coach for Lawyers and Senior Associate, Legalite
Elisabeth Flett
General Counsel and Company Secretary, Cancer Council NSW
Darshana Parekh
Senior Legal Counsel & Inclusion Consultant
Canon Oceania
Testimonials
It sounded like an incredbly worthwhile conference (and it was!)
The topics were interesting. it is important for me to continue learning and taking in new perspectives.
Engaging, helpful, practical advice.
Thank you to our 2024 event partner
Australian Lawyers Alliance
The Australian Lawyers Alliance is a not-for-profit membership association dedicated to protecting and promoting justice, freedom and the rights of the individual. We're an active community of nearly 1,500 solicitors, barristers and other legal professionals and we welcome new members. In addition to unlocking your ability to advocate effectively for justice, becoming a member gives you opportunities to network, raise your professional profile, keep up-to-date with legal developments and attend our conferences and seminars at a discounted rate.
Key Highlights
Bridging Knowledge Gaps: The summit focused on replacing the incidental learnings lost in a remote working environment, enhancing essential business acumen, leadership, and client management skills.
Supporting Career Advancement: We aimed to support the growth of the next generation of legal leaders, providing tools and insights to navigate both traditional and alternative career pathways.
Networking Opportunities: Attendees had the chance to connect with peers and industry leaders, fostering relationships that extend beyond the summit.
Learning Outcomes
Mastering Legal Business: Insights into legal finance, budgeting, and innovative growth strategies.
Leadership Skills Boost: Strategies to cultivate resilience, emotional intelligence, and leadership in a tech-driven world.
Strategic Acumen: Ways to optimize processes and deliver exceptional client service in a rapidly evolving landscape.
Future of Legal Profession: Discussions on overcoming industry barriers and embracing new leadership strategies.
Who Attended?
The summit was designed for legal professionals at all stages of their careers—from recent graduates to mid-career professionals and emerging leaders—who are eager to enhance their skills and fortify their career paths.
Why It Was Beneficial:
Participants acquired practical skills and strategies from industry leaders, refined their personal brands, and engaged in discussions about the future of law, gaining fresh perspectives on the industry's direction.
Missed the Summit? Register Your Interest for Future Events
If you missed this year's summit but are interested in participating in future events, we invite you to register your interest. Stay informed about upcoming opportunities to grow as a legal professional and leader in the industry.
Contact us
Attendees:
If you have any questions about the event or your registration, please contact us at eventsanz@thomsonreuters.com
Sponsors and speakers:
If you are interested in partnering with us or speaking at this event, please contact Katie Ardzejewski at katie.ardzejewski@thomsonreuters.com