What's Happening | April 2023

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Here's what's happening in April

We're back with your monthly list of things to keep you occupied, informed and entertained!

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Matt Margolis on TikTok

If you’re in the mood for silly little lawyery videos, Matt has what you need. He’s American but fighting in footnotes is relevant no matter the continent.


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It is never too late for lawyers to start using social media

Henry J. Chang writes for Canadian Lawyer Mag about how even lawyers in big firms should establish their own social media presence.


The Value of Catastrophe

If you’re on TikTok you’ve probably seen Alex Su’s videos before, but did you know he also has a blog? In this post he writes about how being denied entry to the bar in California changed the trajectory of his career in a good way.


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The Callover season 2 Episode two: The benefits of a diverse profession with The Honourable Anthe Philippides

Justice Philippides was the first woman of Hellenic heritage to be admitted as a barrister in Queensland in 1984 and to attain silk in Australia in 1999. Many would know her for her efforts to increase diversity in the profession and bring like-minded lawyers together to promote mental wellbeing and social inclusion for young lawyers through music and the arts more broadly.


Pearls On, Gloves Off: A Culture of Experimentation with Michele Lau at GoDaddy

Michele Lau, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary at GoDaddy, joins host Mary O’Carroll to talk about her career path, the evolution of the CLO role, and the company’s embrace of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.


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Sexual Harassment: Changing Workplace Culture

Learn what you can do to reduce the harm to individuals, organisations and the profession as a result of sexual harassment. There are multiple sessions in multiple locations around the state, but coming up soon are the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, and Brisbane sessions.