Podcast appearances and mentions of gilbert tobin

In this episode Stephen sits down for a wide ranging chat with Barrister Ghassan Kassisieh. The discussion is lengthy and covers lgbt rights, international politics, refugees, the politicisation of gay rights in the Israeli / Palestinian conflict and comparative law, among other things. Ghassan is a Barrister at 12 Wentworth Selbourne chambers in Sydney after being called to the Bar in September 2024. He has a public and commercial law practice. Ghassan was previously Legal Director at Equality Australia where his legal policy advocacy contributed to over 16 LGBTIQ+ legislative reforms, including Australia's first scheme regulating medical procedures performed on intersex people without capacity to consent. Ghassan also has over 13 years' experience working as a solicitor in commercial litigation and regulatory matters at Gilbert + Tobin in Sydney and Freshfields in London. We hope you enjoy the chat!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this final episode of our three-part mini-series about charities, we discuss Charitable Sub-Fund Arrangements with Darren Fittler of Gilbert + Tobin in Sydney, Melbourne and Perth.

In this episode sponsored by Gilbert + Tobin, we talk about the nature of Disputes & Investigations, what sets G+T's practice apart, the skills and experiences that contribute to success in this field, and we share the personal experiences of the firm's employees. We are joined by Philippa Hofbrucker, an experienced litigator and partner in the Disputes & Investigations practice at Gilbert + Tobin, and Harry Meixner, a former clerk and current lawyer in this practice area.  Hosted by Audrey Varghese and Bradley Zhou, with assistance from Sonia Ram and Kayathiri Kuganathan. Music by Bradley Zhou and Teodulfo Jose Reyes. 

In this episode of The Cut, host Simon Cathro, Managing Principal of Cathro & Partners, welcomes listeners to season 3.  This season the team will delve into the legal industry with a focus on insolvency, restructuring, and related legal matters. Simon and his guest, Tom Gardner, a restructuring lawyer from Gilbert & Tobin, discuss the complexities of insolvency law, sharing insights from their extensive experience handling various cases, from manufacturing and retail to food delivery services. Tom recounts their career journey, starting from working for Justice Black at the Supreme Court, where they were first exposed to insolvency matters, to their current role dealing with stakeholders in distressed situations. The conversation also touches on the lighter side of legal work, including the daily responsibilities of a law clerk, right down to the critical task of getting the judge's cappuccino.  Tune in for an informative session that sheds light on the intricacies of insolvency law and the roles of those who navigate this challenging field. What you'll learn about: [00:03:36] Personal Property Securities Register. [00:07:33] Notice board overhaul in law. [00:11:31] Complexities of Personal Property Law. [00:17:37] PPSR registration changes. [00:21:28] Purchase Money Security Interest. [00:26:27] PPSR complexities and case law. [00:32:28] Register data points reduction. [00:36:12] Asset detachment and financing. [00:39:10] Reducing fraud and providing clarity. Links: Gilbert & Tobin Tom Gardner Linkedin Cathro & Partners Simon Cathro Linkedin  

This podcast was recorded on 12 March 2024 as the inaugural session in CLI's Legal GenAI Around the World Series. In this session Terri Mottershead, Executive Director at the Centre for Legal Innovation facilitated a discussion with three amazing panellists from Australia + New Zealand: Matt Farrington, Senior Legal Counsel, Vice Chancellor's Office, Victoria University of Wellington Caryn Sandler, Partner + Chief Knowledge and Innovation Officer, Gilbert + Tobin and Co-Chair, CLI Advisory Board Dominic Woolrych, Co-founder & CEO, Lawpath Topics covered included: How, where and why GenAI is being used in legal businesses and what's driving the uptake LLMs, RAGs, hallucination and whether to build or buy What capabilities are needed to deliver legal GenAI solutions and the impact on legal businesses What's unique about the legal GenAI market in Australia and New Zealand How legal GenAI is likely to evolve in 2024 If you would prefer to watch rather than listen to this episode, you'll find the video in our CLI-Collaborate (CLIC) free Resource Hub here. Please join CLI's free Legal GenAI Global Community for a lightly curated newsfeed on how legal GenAI is transforming the legal ecosystem.

Here, reigning Banking and Finance Partner of the Year Stuart Cormack offers insights into what day-to-day operations look like for practitioners in this space, what he finds meaningful and stimulating about such work, and how best those coming through the ranks can succeed in B&F. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Gilbert + Tobin partner Stuart Cormack about his journey in law and how and why he became a banking and finance lawyer, the expertise one needs to become a practitioner in this space, the crossover with other firm practice areas, the current trends he is seeing in the market, and why he finds such work so meaningful. Mr Cormack also details international opportunities that lawyers in this space can explore, what constitutes best practice for B&F lawyers in the face of market challenges and how best to engage with clients, the key traits that make a successful B&F lawyer, opportunities for those looking to exit private practice, and his advice to this coming through the ranks. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email editor@lawyersweekly.com.au for more insights!

This session has become an annual event for us and, this was a BIG year to review the world of legaltech, AI and innovation. So much has happened since ChatGPT exploded onto the market in November 2022. Its impact has been pervasive, even in an industry like legal which would not, in the past, have been described as agile. So, what changed in 2023?  What stuck, what didn't, and why? We welcomed back Caryn Sandler, Partner and Chief Knowledge & Innovation Officer at Gilbert + Tobin and Co-chair of the CLI Advisory Board; Graeme Grovum, Head of Legal Technology and Client Services at Allens; and Tessa van Duyn, CEO and Practice Leader at Moores, to discuss this and, we wrapped with a little crystal ball gazing into 2024 too! We started this session with identifying why GenAI has captured our attention, dominated every conference, meeting, and the media so completely. Then we moved into the nitty gritty of it all, identifying use cases, interrogating how tech stacks have changed, and how that is impacting the law firm business model (client relationships, billing, risk and value). And we spent a little time on the huge question around capabilities too – do we have them, what do they look like, and how we can bridge the gaps? There's a lot going on in legal businesses right now, in all these areas, so we also explored how these businesses are strategising and planning for/in a market that is changing so rapidly and dramatically. That discussion took us to the next, how leaders/leadership are/is being reinvented for a new legal world, and that for many, this will involve a steep learning curve. We wrapped with what will come next, in the first month of 2024. While plans differed, one thing was certain, we all have to find the space to reflect, consider next steps, and find the calm in this AI storm. Thank you sooooo much Caryn, Graeme and Tessa – this is a session we look forward to every year and we're certain you will too – don't miss this one!  If you would prefer to watch rather than listen to this podcast, you'll find the video here. About the Future 50 Series In the Future 50 Series we're chatting with legalpreneurs who, through their ideas and actions, are challenging and transforming legal BAU all around the world. If you would like to recommend people for this Series, please contact us at: CLI@collaw.edu.au.

In this special episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, produced in partnership with the College of Law, we unpack how practitioners can and should view generative artificial intelligence at this juncture, what to look out for in the new year, and what will constitute best practice moving forward. Host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Centre for Legal Innovation (CLI) executive director Terri Mottershead and Gilbert + Tobin chief knowledge and innovation officer and partner Caryn Sandler to discuss the key takeaways from the recent Legal Generative AI Summit (hosted by the CLI), the headline lessons about the use of gen AI from the past 12 months and what those lessons say about the current state of affairs. This includes why practitioners feel so overwhelmed by the pace and breadth of the change. In tackling this immense change underway, Terri and Caryn suggest some key questions lawyers can ask themselves (and their firms) to help determine the uptake and utilisation of AI. Topics covered include:   How legal education is evolving in this space and what professional development will look like. The responsibility of legal employers with regards to staff development and the support of junior lawyers. Reaffirming the value that lawyers place on themselves and their services. A rethink of client relationships and their needs. Best practice in 2024 and coming gen AI products and services. To learn more about the Centre for Legal Innovation at the College of Law and its offerings in this space, click here. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, X and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email editor@lawyersweekly.com.au for more insights!

So much has happened in tech/AI and the legal world in a year! Will 2024 see GenAI being more impactful, less impactful, the same? And where, what, how and when will it impact? In this podcast, Caryn Sandler, Partner + Chief Knowledge and Innovation Officer at Gilbert + Tobin and CLI Advisory Board Co-Chair gazed into the crystal ball to help you get prepared, and discussed what's next with these legal industry gurus: Stuart Fuller, Global Head of Legal Services and Asia-Pacific Regional Leader for Legal Services, KPMG Hilary Goodier, Partner and Co-Head, Ashurst Advance, Ashurst and CLI Advisory Board Member Uwais Iqbal, Founder, simplexico Rajesh Sreenivasan, Head, Technology Media and Telecoms Law Practice, Rajah & Tann Singapore LLP, Director & Co-Founder of Rajah & Tann Technologies Pte Ltd and Rajah & Tann Cybersecurity Pte Ltd, Board Member, Mediacorp Pte Ltd and CLI Advisory Board Member This podcast was on Day Two of the CLI Legal Generative AI Summit 2023 on 25 October. If you would prefer to watch rather than listen to this episode, you'll find the video in our CLI-Collaborate (CLIC) free Resource Hub here.

What a wonderful Recruitment Chinwag this is! Today I had the pleasure of catching up with the incredible Karine McAuliffe from Gilbert + Tobin.We take a trip back to the start of Karine's career, in fact we go all the way back to her High School days in Kings Cross, her Tertiary studies and Retail jobs. We talk through her very first role in the Recruitment Industry, stapling CV's , and why she decided that Recruitment and Talent Acquisition was the dream career path for her.Karine gives some fantastic advice to anyone working in the Recruitment Industry, and very strong tips on how to form valuable a partnership between Agency and Internal teams. With a breadth of experience across generalist HR & Talent Acquisition (both in London and Sydney) and in complex Industries such as Insurance and Legal, there is something for everyone here.Enjoy!Join RUBBERBAND today!

Nick and Alex hear pitches from ten up and coming Australian startups working on climate solutions! *Vote HERE* We're back with our second pitchfest episode! And again teaming up with EnergyLab's accelerator program, but this time it's different - there will be a winner decided by YOU!  We've secured some awesome prizes that will go to the People's Choice startup.  G+T Ventures, the startup arm Australian law firm Gilbert + Tobin has donated a full day legal workshop to prepare a startup for their next fundraising round. Cake Equity - an Australian software platform that helps startups manage their equity and stock options in minutes - has donated free access, premium support and mentoring. And there's more prizes! Each startup gets a 60 second free pitch then there's some Q&A from us to better understand their unique solution and opportunity. All the startups are listed below and don't forget to vote for the People's Choice! Voting will close on Friday October 27. The lineup (00:00) Intro Alex and Nick (04:09) Renewable Metals - Turning Battery Waste into Battery Metals (Luan Atkinson) (10:09) Pyrochar - Biochar for Green Steelmaking (Cameron Bell) (17:06) Dovetail -  Zero emission electric aviation (David Doral) (23:37) Orkestra - Energy project feasibility just got easy, accurate and fast (James Allston) (31:42) Tasmanion - Developing new aluminium-ion battery technologies (Shalini Divya) (36:21) Elecsome - Solar panel recycling, reusing and upcycling (Neeraj Das) (43:54) Savic -  Australia's premium high-performance electric motorcycle company (Dennis Savic) (53:16) Emmi - The platform to help investors assess the carbon impact of their portfolio (Michael Lebbon) (61:13) Bygen - Low cost production of activated carbon from waste (Lewis Dunnigan) (66:34) Perl Street - Enables distributed infrastructure companies to sell more, raise more and manage more  (Tooraj Arvajeh) We are proudly supported by Bank Australia (www.bankaust.com.au). You can hear last year's episode here. *** As always if you don't want to miss any eps, hit that follow button! We'd also love it if you gave us a review / rating on Apple or Spotify! It helps other listeners find us. You can sign up to our mailing list, say hello@apositiveclimate.com or follow us at www.instagram.com/apositiveclimatepodcast and https://au.linkedin.com/company/a-positive-climate.  ** About the podcast A Positive Climate is an uplifting podcast about tackling climate change. An entertaining look at the products, people and technologies making a real difference.  Hosted by Australian climate technology experts Alex McIntosh and Nick Zeltzer, two friends on a mission to find the solutions to keep our existential crises at bay. Previous guests have included innovators from JET Charge, 5B, Amazon, Zoomo, V2Food, All G Foods, Vow, Sea Forest, Great Wrap, Infravision, Zero Co, Hysata, Sicona, OneSmallStep, Tenacious Ventures, CarsGuide, AMSL Aero, Nori, EnergyLab, MicroTau and many more. Music by the late, great Nick Weaver Production by our hero Mark Spencer from Here.Media Social Media, Comms and PR by Alistair PerkinsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you an oat milk aficionado or do you thrive on a well set-up OneNote Notebook?If so, today's episode is perfect for you. In this episode we sat down with the two lovely graduates from Gilbert + Tobin to chat all about their graduate program and their tips for graduate success. Together we mulled over what admission day is like, G+T's unique rotation system and some great morning routines. Listen in to this episode with your hosts – Neeharika Palachanda and Paige Carter to hear about life behind the grind as a grad at Gilbert + Tobin.But wait! There's more!Follow Behind the Grind Podcast (AUS) on InstagramFollow Behind the Grind Podcast (AUS) on LinkedInFollow Behind the Grind Podcast (AUS) on FacebookGet in touch:Say hello at behindthegrind@btgmedia.com.au

In our fourth episode, we sit down with Karla - a Kamilaroi woman who grew up in Tamworth and now works as a graduate at leading law firm Gilbert + Tobin. We get a glimpse into what it has been like for a young, Indigenous woman to navigate studying law in a new city and working at a large law firm. Through Karla's story, we learn the importance of "backing yourself", especially in situations which may initially seem impossible. This episode isn't one to miss!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Partner Simon Muys returns from the International Bar Association Competition Conference in Italy with the latest developments in European competition law, digging into the Jarndyce-scale Intel litigation and the Illumina/Grail blood offering. What do these trends reveal and what do they mean for Australia in a time of global antitrust coordination and domestic change? We ask the Machine.   Plus we look at the ACCC's new enforcement and compliance priorities and its recent green sweep, short thoughts on the ports in the courts, what's next for the Digital Platform Services Inquiry, the release of our annual analysis of competition enforcement, and smurf-smurfing at the Smurfic Games (or the Olympic Smurfs) …   All this and more with co-hosts Moya Dodd and Matt Rubinstein of The Competitive Edge with Gilbert + Tobin.   G+T's summary of the ACCC's 2023-24 compliance and enforcement priorities G+T's competition and consumer law year in review Australian Financial Review interview with ACCC Deputy Chair Catriona Lowe G+T's summary of ASIC's greenwashing action against Mercer The Guardian on price-fixing at the Tokyo Olympics The Danish Competition and Consumer Authority on detecting collusion with computational methods The Battler's Prince The Competitive Edge Cryptic Crossword #3 Meet the Gilbert + Tobin Competition + Regulation team Email us at edge@gtlaw.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Philip Marsden is a Professor of Law and Economics, an ultra-marathon runner, an antitrust rapper and a co-author of the Furman report into digital competition, and he joins us to talk about all these things and more. Plus everything that's happened since the last episode: regulations, consultations, user locations, triangulations, revised variations, and artificial intelligence gets fast and furious. All this and more with co-hosts Moya Dodd and Matt Rubinstein of The Competitive Edge with Gilbert + Tobin.   Treasury consultation on Digital Platform Regulatory Reform Jeremy Jose on the gas price cap in the Australian Financial Review ACCC consultation on the NBN Revised Variation to the Special Access Undertaking All 25 of Claude's absurd Fast & Furious movie titles Digital Competition Expert Panel, Unlocking Digital Competition ft. Dr Philip Marsden Dr Philip Marsden's original antitrust rap. Meet the Gilbert + Tobin Competition + Regulation team Email us at edge@gtlaw.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This session has become a signature event for CLI – this is our fourth year of looking back, seeing what stuck and what didn't in legal innovation and tech and why. We always wrap with a little crystal ball gazing into 2023 too! This year we chatted with Caryn Sandler, Partner and Chief Knowledge & Innovation Officer at Gilbert + Tobin and Co-chair of the CLI Advisory Board; Graeme Grovum, Head of Technology and Client Solutions at Allens; and Tessa van Duyn, CEO and Practice Leader at Moores - we had lots to discuss, 2022 was a big year… On the tech side, we spoke about tech stacks (the nice to haves vs not negotiable now in our post-COVID BAU world); the winners and the REAL, practical differences between platforms and point solutions; the outlook for legaltech start-ups in 2023 (the good, the bad and the ugly); and yes, ChatGPT too! On the innovation side, we discussed the rate and distribution of REAL change in the legal world, where that was happening i.e., in legal departments vs law firms and why that mattered. We did a deep dive into capabilities – how these were changing and expanding to accommodate new law firm business models and meet/exceed client expectations – that inevitably led us to a discussion about NewLaw careers! We also chatted about the many practical, critical ways that firms were processing all of this and addressing that in an employment market increasingly typified by skills shortages, resignations, hybrid work, and with the threat of more economic challenges to come in 2023. We wrapped with predictions for 2023…you'll need to watch/listen to this session to find that out…no spoiler alerts here! If you would prefer to watch rather than listen to this podcast, you'll find the video here. About the Future 50 Series In the Future 50 Series, we're chatting with legalpreneurs who, through their ideas and actions, are challenging and transforming legal BAU all around the world. If you would like to recommend people for this Series, please contact us at: CLI@collaw.edu.au.

Half-time at the ACCC's five-year Digital Platform Services Inquiry sees the agency reflecting on changes in the high-tech sector and recommending a new approach to regulation, with up-front or ex-ante rulemaking in additional to traditional enforcement. Digital Platforms Branch General Manager Kate Reader discusses the ACCC's proposals and what they would mean for big tech, small business and consumers. Plus turf wars and concerted practices, government action on privacy and buy-now-pay-later arrangements, and Swift justice for Ticketmaster. All this and more with co-hosts Moya Dodd and Matt Rubinstein on The Competitive Edge with Gilbert + Tobin.   G+T on the ACCC's first concerted practices enforcement outcome against Lawn Solutions Australia MLex reporting on Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus and Information and Privacy Commissioner Angelene Falk at the IAPP Summit 2022 The Privacy Legislation Amendment (Enforcement and Other Measures) Bill 2022 has finally passed both houses G+T on Treasury's consultation on the regulation of buy now, pay later services G+T's deep dive into the ACCC's Digital Platform Services Inquiry Interim Report No. 5 Senator Amy Klobuchar's letter to Ticketmaster following Taylor Swift ticketing issues Meet the Gilbert + Tobin Competition + Regulation team Email us at edge@gtlaw.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we chat with Natalie Zwar from Gilbert + Tobin about her work in the area of intellectual property law. Hosted by Susan Tang, with assistance from Susan Tang, Tracey Ren and Jeremy Kuan. Music by Jonathan Wong.

Group leader Elizabeth Avery reports from a world tour of competition law conferences with an update on the new progressive antitrust which is quickly occupying the mainstream in the US, Europe and beyond. Plus ex ante or up-front regulation on the horizon with latest Interim Report in the Digital Platform Services Inquiry, an update on merger reform proposals, a lamentable rise in poetry scams, and class actions for cyber incidents. All this and more with co-hosts Moya Dodd and Matt Rubinstein of The Competitive Edge with Gilbert + Tobin.   Links: The ACCC's Digital Platform Services Inquiry Interim Report, September 2022  (Reppo No. 5) G+T's take on the Interim Report The Northern Ireland Assembly commissioned a briefing paper on the etymology of "ombudsman" Scams Awareness Week 2022 at Scamwatch. IP + Tech partner Michael Williams talks to the Law Society Journal about privacy and data breaches. Speeches from the 49th Fordham Antitrust Conference: FTC Chair Lina Khan, DOJ AAG Jonathan Kanter, EC EVP Margrethe Vestager, and ACCCCGCG. FTC Chair Lina Khan's address to Utah Law conference: "The New Roaring Twenties: the Progressive Agenda for Antitrust and Consumer Protection". MLex, "Big Tech could still face tailor-made merger thresholds in Australia, antitrust chief says" [$] Meet the Gilbert + Tobin Competition + Regulation team Email us at edge@gtlaw.com.au and follow us @gtcompedge See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our illustrious alum the Hon Michelle Rowland, Minister for Communications, joins us to talk about the broadband repair job, sports broadcasting in the age of streaming, cyber security and the road from G+T to the Ministry. Plus new penalties for privacy breaches after Optus and Medibank; antitrust tackles the gender pay gap in Mexican football; and we're going a bit crazy waiting for DPSI Interim Report No 5.  All this and more with co-hosts Moya Dodd and Matt Rubinstein of The Competitive Edge with Gilbert + Tobin.   Links: The new Privacy Bill and the old Privacy Act Review MLex's reporting on ACCC Chair Gina Cass-Gottlieb and Cofece's Heidi Sada at the Antitrust in Developing & Emerging Economies conference The proposed US (of course) Communications Over Various Feeds Electronically For Engagement or COVFEFE Act of 2017 How to really pronounce "GIF" at howtoreallypronouncegif.com The Minister wants YOU for the Anti-Siphoning Review Peter Waters on the US Blueprint for an AI Bill of Rights Ladies and Gentlemen, the original Mambo #5 Meet the Gilbert + Tobin Competition + Regulation team Email us at edge@gtlaw.com.au and follow us at @gtcompedge See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monopolies! Competition law hates them, intellectual property law creates them. It's not that simple, but the two areas of law often find themselves in conflict, and in Australia they've been unleashed on each other after the repeal of a key exemption. Competition partner Susan Jones and IP partner John Lee dissect the issues after pharma competitors Celgene and Juno failed to get their patent settlement agreement authorised by the ACCC. Plus punishing (or at least deterring) penalties proposed, good news and bad news for Google in location tracking and defamation cases, and myths and legends from Olympus to the Olympics while the AEMO fiddles with the national energy objectives. All this and more with co-hosts Moya Dodd and Matt Rubinstein on The Competitive Edge with Gilbert + Tobin.   G+T's update on the proposed penalty increases Celgene/Juno on the ACCC's authorisation register More from John and Susan with special guests at the G+T/Legal 500 webinar in May Google pays in the Federal Court but wins in the High Court Check out the new National Energy Transformation Partnership Meet the Gilbert + Tobin Competition + Regulation team Email us at edge@gtlaw.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why should you start your legal career in Australia's leading competition and regulation practice? Recent grads Asha Keaney and Amelia Douglass, partners Louise Klamka and Charles Coorey, and some old friends who've moved on to great things let us know in this special episode. Hear what they think about the people, the opportunities and the firm's focus on innovation and social impact. Subscribe to the podcast mailing list - https://bit.ly/3SmIXaJ  Visit our website for details regarding the selection process for each office and to access the application form  https://www.gtlaw.com.au/careers/students/clerks Students can also get in touch with us via gtcareers@gtlaw.com.au Meet the Gilbert + Tobin Competition + Regulation team Try our competition law cryptic crossword like Justice Wigney would want you to See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kate is the founder and creative director of luxury work handbag e-tailer, She Lion bags www.SheLion.com.au and the National Transformation Lawyer at Gilbert + Tobin. Kate adores fashion and wanted to be an actor. Her parents suggested she study law. Listen to how Kate has intentionally created a career by design that feeds her passion for both. She is anchored by a belief that you are only limited by your imagination. Together we discuss the embarrassment of failing very public goals, why Hunter gumboots are not the best accessory to wear to an interview, power poses and the stigma of working flexibly.

In this International Women's Day special, our hosts sat down with Jacqui Joudo Larsen to explore her career in research. If you're interested in an untraditional career in criminology or just want to hear how being in a court jury can bring your career full circle, this episode is for you!A big thank you to our episode sponsor, Gilbert + Tobin. You can check out their website for further information at https://www.gtlaw.com.au.

On this special episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, produced in partnership with Commonwealth Bank, the reigning Innovator of the Year details how innovative thinking has evolved in accordance with changing client expectations and technological advancements. Hosts Jerome Doraisamy and CBA National Director of Professional Services Daniela Pasini speak with Gilbert + Tobin chief knowledge and innovation officer and partner Caryn Sandler about what innovation means to her and her team and how innovation has changed in the last two years, the most influential factors driving new thinking in law firms, managing client expectations and the most important considerations in pursuing meaningful innovation. Ms Sandler, who won the Innovator of the Year category at the 2021 Partner of the Year Awards, also details the pace of change in innovative thinking during the age of coronavirus, responds to findings from CBA's most recent Legal Market Pulse report, predicts what firms will focus on when it comes to tech and digital transformation in the future, and also reflects on G+T Innovate and where her firm's initiatives are headed. CBA was the principal partner for the 2021 Partner of the Year Awards. To learn more about its professional services offerings and its recent Legal Market Pulse report, click here. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.   If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email editor@lawyersweekly.com.au for more insights!

As 2021 draws to a close, we welcomed back our innovation and legaltech gurus, now also our good friends, for a third year in review podcast: Caryn Sandler, Partner and Chief Knowledge and Innovation Officer at Gilbert & Tobin; Warrick McLean, CEO at Colman Grieg Lawyers; and  Graeme Grovum, Head of Technology and Client Solutions at Allens – we discussed the year that was…and it was quite a year! Topics covered in our discussion included: Did we see deep change, transformation or something different altogether in the legal ecosystem in 2021? And, how will that influence where we launch from in 2022? With “digitisation” almost being the word of the year, how did that translate into action (or inaction) in legal practice in 2021? Did data analytics move from numbers on a spread sheet to something pervasive in, and critical to, decision making internally and for clients externally in 2021? How did the concept of the “adjacent business” evolve in 2021 and where did it/will it find its mark? With so much changing in the legal ecosystem, what capabilities/talent did we see prioritised in 2021, how did that redefine the war for talent, and will that change in 2022? And finally, with 2021 almost in the rear-view mirror, what are the top priorities in innovation and legaltech for 2022? Thank you, Caryn, Warrick, and Graeme, such a delight to spend the time with you – can't wait to see you all same time, next year! To all our friends around the world, thank you for your support in 2021 – we are so grateful to you and for you every year. Our very best wishes to you and your families for a restful, joyful, and peaceful holiday season!

CLI Distinguished Fellow, Sarah El-Atm is our guest host for this episode (one of three). Sarah's 12-month Fellowship explored whether client problems can be better solved by multidisciplinary teams (lawyers and allied professionals). In this first episode, Sarah identified, analysed and discussed the importance, evolution and nature of multidisciplinary teams in contemporary legal practice. Practical insights and examples were provided by Hilary Goodier, Partner and Co-Division Head (formerly Partner and Chief Operating Officer) at Ashurst Advance; Mick Sheehy, Partner New Law at PwC; Anu Briggs, Head of Capability, Development, and Change at Gilbert + Tobin; Jemima Harris, Legal and Strategic Projects Director at Megaport (formerly Head of Legal Operations & Tech at LOD); and Denise Doyle, Chief Product Officer, Xakia Technologies (formerly Specialist Legal Operations Consultant). Topics covered in the episode include: What a multidisciplinary team is within the context of the legal profession. How the demand from clients is continuing to change, and shape, legal teams. Why it is important to think holistically about a client's legal problem and not just through a legal lens. Additional resources: You'll find additional information of these topics in Sarah's blog posts, Can legal matters be solved better within multidisciplinary teams? and, Is there a place for multidisciplinary teams in the legal profession? Don't forget to tune in for the second and third episodes in this three part series, Episodes 106 and 107, you'll find them here.

CLI Distinguished Fellow, Sarah El-Atm is our guest host for this episode (three of three). Sarah's 12-month Fellowship explored whether client problems can be better solved by multidisciplinary teams (lawyers and allied professionals). In the third and final episode, Sarah discusses the critical factors and questions law firms should ask as they start to build their own multidisciplinary teams. She discusses these and how they might work in law firms with Anu Briggs, Head of Capability, Development, and Change at Gilbert + Tobin; Jemima Harris, Legal and Strategic Projects Director at Megaport (formerly Head of Legal Operations & Tech at LOD); Hilary Goodier, Partner and Co-Division Head (formerly Partner and Chief Operating Officer) at Ashurst Advance; and Jan Christie, Director, Capability + Organisational Development (formerly Capability and Development Manager) at Gilbert + Tobin. Topics covered in this episode include: How to ensure your clients stay at the centre of your objectives for your multidisciplinary team. The questions you need to consider as you plan out a multidisciplinary approach within your firm. Some of the realities to be mindful of with this new approach in the legal profession. Additional resources: You'll find additional information of these topics in Sarah's blog How to start building a multidisciplinary team in a law firm. Don't forget to tune in for the first and second episodes in this three part series, Episodes 105 and 106, you'll find them here.

CLI Distinguished Fellow, Sarah El-Atm is our guest host for this episode (two of three). Sarah's 12-month Fellowship explored whether client problems can be better solved by multidisciplinary teams (lawyers and allied professionals). In this second episode, Sarah identified five key characteristics common to successful high performing multidisciplinary teams in the legal profession. She discusses these in the context of real tangible insights from Hilary Goodier, Partner and Co-Division Head (formerly Partner and Chief Operating Officer) at Ashurst Advance; Katrina Gowans, National Legal Operations Lead at Origin Energy; Mel Scott, Senior Legal Counsel at Megaport; Mick Sheehy, Partner New Law at PwC; Anu Briggs, Head of Capability, Development, and Change at Gilbert + Tobin; Jemima Harris, Legal and Strategic Projects Director at Megaport (formerly Head of Legal Operations & Tech at LOD); and Denise Doyle, Chief Product Officer, Xakia Technologies (formerly Specialist Legal Operations Consultant). Topics covered in this episode include: The five key characteristics that make up successful high performing multidisciplinary teams in the legal profession. Why these characteristics work together to help form successful teams. Additional resources: You'll find additional information of these topics in Sarah's blog post What characteristics do you need in a successful multidisciplinary team? Don't forget to tune in for the first and third episodes in this three part series, Episode 105 and 107, you'll find them here.

There has been an “explosion of interest” in the clean energy space, say three senior lawyers from Gilbert + Tobin, with a fascinating 2021 set to lead to an even busier and more interesting 2022. On this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by G+T partner Michael Blakiston and special counsel Patrick Tydde and Christopher Marchesi to discuss the year that was in clean energy and decarbonisation, the big issues that lawyers in this space have had to grapple with (particularly given the political undertones), the role of hydrogen moving forward, and the economic viability of new energy pathways. The BigLaw trio also delve into the state of affairs with carbon markets, how Australia is performing relative to global counterparts, the challenges created for lawyers in advising clients, the impact of “greenwashing”, and what's been happening in the courts with regards to energy, including but not limited to the outcomes of recent cases, the likelihood of climate-related class actions, and what lawyers in this space can look forward to as 2022 approaches. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.   If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email editor@lawyersweekly.com.au for more insights!

In this podcast, Jan Christie, Director, Capability + Organisational Development at Gilbert + Tobin shared her experience, provided practical mini case studies, and discussed the importance of communication for legal innovation projects. Topics covered in this session included: Understanding preferred communications styles Getting clear on your project so you can communicate it effectively Identifying and understanding the different communication needs of all stakeholders Understanding what needs to be communicated (the right information, not all the information all the time) When to communicate – formal vs informal and structured vs unstructured How to communicate – the optimal mix of digital and in-person and different tools for different communication style and stakeholders The importance of structuring and determining the best type of communication for your project team (including establishing a psychologically safe environment) You'll find details about the other episodes in this series here. If you would prefer to watch rather than listen to this session, you'll find the video in our CLI-Collaborate (CLIC) free resource hub here.

This episode features Alastair Mordaunt, partner and co-head of our Asia competition practice and Elizabeth Avery, a senior partner at Australian law firm Gilbert + Tobin and leader of its competition and regulation group. Merger control and antitrust regulation are on the rise across the region and Australia is high on the list of jurisdictions to watch out for in terms of competition enforcement. In this episode, our experts will discuss:  An overview of the Australian merger regime as it currently operates today The proposed overhaul of the regime and why the ACCC thinks reforms are necessary Next steps and when we might see reforms come into force

The second and final episode in our two-part series breaks down five of the six recommendations in the ACCC report to the Federal government on the Digital Advertising Services inquiry – the first recommendation was covered in Part 1 yesterday. On the mics again today for the follow up are Peter Leonard, Professor of Practice at UNSW Business School, advisor at law firm Gilbert + Tobin and principal of Data Strategies; Gai Le Roy, CEO at the IAB; Dan Stinton, Managing Director at The Guardian Australia and Kristiaan Kroon, Chief Investment Officer at OMG. Buckle in because as our experts say in this two-part series, apathy won't work for the industry this time. It's no time to ignore the regulators.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Avoid reading another 200 page ACCC probe with this two-part series on the regulator's final recommendations to the Federal Government from the Digital Advertising Services Inquiry. Google is squarely in the spotlight but as our panel of industry experts warn, what the ACCC is doing to Google is an early signal for broader industry. In today's heavyweight line-up: Peter Leonard, Professor of Practice at UNSW Business School, advisor at law firm Gilbert + Tobin and Principal at Data Strategies; Dan Stinton, Managing Director at The Guardian Australia; Gai Le Roy, CEO at the IAB and Kristiaan Kroon, Chief Investment Officer at OMG.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this podcast, Caryn Sandler, Partner + Chief Knowledge and Innovation Officer at Gilbert + Tobin, shared her significant experience in taking numerous legal innovation projects from conception through to implementation and, everything in between! Topics covered included: Guiding your projects with an innovation pipeline How do ideas enter your innovation pipeline? Managing your innovation pipeline with guardrails to keep you on track; and Prioritising the right projects through your innovation pipeline. If you would prefer to watch rather than listen to this session, you'll find the video in our CLI-Collaborate (CLIC) free resource hub here.

What you need to know about the latest in competition law and policy from Australia's leading Competition and Regulation practice at Gilbert + Tobin. Subscribe to the podcast mailing list - https://bit.ly/3bVDpAe    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kate Dillon is the Founder and Creative Director of She Lion, a luxury handbag brand. Purposefully designed to organise and diversify women on the go, the She Lion range embodies the attributes that Kate believes are key to success – fierce elegance, premium practicality, and bold ambition. Kate is a true innovator at heart, joining us on the podcast to discuss her personal journey in the design industry and her mission to empower others. We explore: - How she worked with 22 Australian businesses to create a new, 100% Australian made product during the height of Covid - The future of Australian manufacturing and sustainable fashion, and the power of collaboration in the Support Local campaign - Her experience in the design industry, and how she went from corporate lawyer to handbag innovator with her motto “just do it!” Kate has over 11 years' experience as a corporate lawyer and currently practices as a National Transformation Lawyer at Gilbert + Tobin. Balancing her corporate career with her growing company, Kate is also mum to 2 children and is a true representation of the fierce, determined brand she promotes. With a passion for design, transformation and innovation, Kate is a keen advocate for supporting local business and making a difference in the lives of others. She Lion Website: www.shelion.com.au Instagram and Facebook: @shelionbags Follow us: @_nakedambition www.naked-ambition.com.au

Did you ever dream of travelling the world as a pilot or as a rockstar only to realise your destiny was to be surrounded by law books and legislation?  If so, this episode is perfect for you.  In today's episode we sat down with the team from Gilbert+Tobin to hear all about their world of Corporate Advisory. Together we discussed the dynamic and connected firm they work for and how it is able to motivate their employees to work hard everyday. We also chatted about the balance between working hard and working smart and how the firm has an amazing track record with female partners and promoting equality. The team from Gilbert+Tobin also reassured us that you do not need to sell your soul to work in corporate law and that it is very rewarding work! Listen in to this episode with your hosts – Neeharika Palachanda and Paige Carter to hear about life behind the grind at Gilbert+Tobin. Produced by Sabine Johnson.But wait! There's more!Follow Behind the Grind Podcast (AUS) on InstagramFollow Behind the Grind Podcast (AUS) on LinkedInFollow Behind the Grind Podcast (AUS) on FacebookGet in touch:Say hello@behindthegrindpodcast.com.au

The Young Professionals Podcast (TYPP), proudly brought to you by ADAPT Careers (https://adaptcareers.com.au) and co-hosted by Luke Marriott and Nicholas Sargeant (Sarge). SPECIAL EPISODE: In this very special bonus episode we chat with graduate recruiters from some of the biggest commercial law firms in the country! Featured: Norton Rose Fulbright (https://www.nortonrosefulbright.com/en-au), Allens (https://www.allens.com.au), Herbert Smith Freehills (https://www.herbertsmithfreehills.com), Gilbert + Tobin (https://www.gtlaw.com.au) and Ashurst (https://www.ashurst.com). We cover what a commercial law firm actually does, what clerkships and graduate programs are, how students can best prepare to apply for these programs and what being a junior lawyer actually looks like. If you have a career story you would like to share, a role you would like to learn more about or any questions you would like us to ask young professionals, you can reach us through any of our social media that can be found at TYPP.com.au. We would love to hear from you!

Matthew Golab is the Director of Legal Informatics and R+D at Gilbert + Tobin. He leads a specialized in-house multidisciplinary legal informatics team that utilizes a variety of data analytics and eDiscovery, and other AI technology tools. Matthew has more than 20 years of experience in the legal technology industry, including two of Australia’s preeminent law firms.

Moya Dodd, who splits her time between a national firm and governance and human rights advocacy roles, says there is much that lawyers can learn from team sports, as she works to improve the lives of women worldwide. On this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Gilbert + Tobin partner Moya Dodd about her football career – which saw her play for Australia in the late 80s and early 90s – the myriad hats she wears in law, governance, football administration and human rights advocacy and what she is hoping to achieve from such work. The pair also talk about the lessons that lawyers can learn from sportspeople, why playing sport can be so valuable for legal professionals, the critical importance of teamwork and keeping one's wellness in check while pursuing excellence. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email editor@lawyersweekly.com.au for more insights!

What do Geoffrey Rush, Rebel Wilson and Alan Jones have in common? All three were involved in defamation trials. But what exactly is defamation, why is NSW considered the defamation capital of the world, and what statutory changes have been proposed to improve our defamation laws? We break down these issues with the help of Professor David Rolph from Sydney Law School, an expert in the modernisation of defamation law. Footnotes is a podcast created by the Sydney University Law Society for students, by students, supported by Gilbert + Tobin, and available wherever you get your podcasts. Season 2 production team: Alison Chen (SULS Publications Director), Alana Callus, Vivienne Davies, Llewellyn Horgan, Vivien Lin, Brandon Velleley, David Zhu. If there is anything you want to hear in the next season of Footnotes, get in touch via Facebook or suls.org.au.

Change is hard. Most people are more comfortable resisting change than making it happen. So, in organisations that have embraced different, new, and continuous improvement, how did they do it? What's the “secret leadership sauce” that inspires teams and motivates change? Is one leadership style better than others? What do these leaders do when they hit a brick wall? How do they approach failure? What are the characteristics of these great transformational leaders? In this podcast, Alison Laird, Director, Laird Innovations Pty Ltd and CLI Advisory Board member, facilitated a roundtable discussion with legal leaders who have transformed their legal businesses and shared their experience on how they made that happen: Kate Fazio, Head of Innovation and Engagement, Justice Connect; Caryn Sandler, Partner + Chief Knowledge and Innovation Officer, Gilbert + Tobin and Co-chair of the CLI Advisory Board; and Laura Vickers, Principal, Nest Legal This session was part of the CLI-ALPMA Innovation and Legaltech Week 2021 Live program on 8 February 2021. If you would prefer to watch rather than listen to this session, you'll find the video in our CLI-Collaborate (CLIC) free resource hub here.

This podcast was recorded as a video for the CLI-ALPMA Innovation and Legaltech Week 2021 On Demand program published on 1 February 2021. In this podcast, Anu Briggs, Head of Capability, Development & Change, Gilbert + Tobin and Anna Lozynski, Problem Solver and Author, Legally Innovative discussed the challenges and opportunities of thinking differently in the legal world. If you would prefer to watch rather than listen, the podcast is also available as a video in the CLI-Collaborate (CLIC) Free Resource Hub.

Law School Legends is Footnotes' new series interviewing prominent academics and alumni of Sydney Law School about their careers, passions and advice for budding students and practitioners. In part 2 of our interview with Professor Peter Gerangelos, we delve into the reasons behind the public's fascination with US constitutional processes, his passion for teaching and his thoughts on his ubiquitous Facebook fan page. Footnotes is a podcast created by the Sydney University Law Society for students, by students, supported by Gilbert + Tobin, and available wherever you get your podcasts.

Law School Legends is Footnotes' new series interviewing prominent academics and alumni of Sydney Law School about their careers, passions and advice for budding students and practitioners. In our inaugural episode of this series, we interview Professor Peter Gerangelos about his journey from studying in Sydney Law School to a successful career in public law and academia, his passion for teaching and his interest in federal constitutional law. Footnotes is a podcast created by the Sydney University Law Society for students, by students, supported by Gilbert + Tobin, and available wherever you get your podcasts.

This Next Normal Leadership series podcast features Elevate's Chairman and CEO, Liam Brown, talking with Danny Gilbert, the Managing Partner of Gilbert + Tobin. Gilbert + Tobin is a firm of over 830 persons with offices in Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth. During this surprising episode, Liam and Danny cover BIG topics in a quick 20 minutes. Including leading during challenging and changing times, the need to embrace change - specifically technology, and meeting and exceeding expectations – as a leader with a viewpoint, a provider of solutions - and a contributing member of the greater community. 'You have to be on top of the technological changes and the new software systems that are going to become available across everything we do, and there's probably very little we do that can't be automated' - Danny Gilbert. Episode highlights include: [01:01] – The beginning, the middle, and G+T today… one of Australia's leading corporate law firms[02:47] – A firm that matters, an influencer firm…[06:35] - For a society to work, all of the constituent elements of that society need to step up…[10:15] – As a leader, you have to have a view that is carefully thought about and expressed[13:41] - Danny is feeling both prepared and optimistic[14:28] - Technology enables complex work - and increases expectations around capacity and delivery[18:15] - You need to be on top of technological changes… if automation is going to take expense out of the business, then clients expect you do that[19:15] - Meeting the expectations of colleagues and clients while running a business … profitability and financial strength are incredibly importantEnjoy

As 2020 draws to a close, we welcomed back our crystal ball gazers from 2019, innovation and legaltech gurus: Caryn Sandler, Partner and Chief Knowledge and Innovation Officer at Gilbert & Tobin; Warrick McLean, CEO at Colman Grieg Lawyers; and Graeme Grovum, Principal at legal industry consultancy Alpha Creates, to discuss the year in review… Topics covered in our discussion included: 1. What stood out in innovation and legaltech in 2020? And, how did it show up on law firm Managing Partner/CEO agendas? 2. Whether or not, because of COVID-19, the legal industry had been pushed to a tipping point or a previously unimagined awakening to innovation and legaltech. And, what did that mean going forward? 3. How “sticky” were innovation and legaltech “gains” likely to be in 2021? 4. How important has data been in the operation of legal practice? And, how would that stay the same or change in 2021? 5. How did the changes to work, how we worked and what we used to work, connect and intertwine in legal practice in 2020? And, what will that look like in 2021? 6. And finally, what were (or should be), top priorities in innovation and legaltech in 2021? Thank you, Caryn, Warrick, and Graeme, for another fabulous conversation – can't wait to see you all same time, next year! To all our friends around the world, thank you for your support in 2020 – we appreciate it every year, and especially this one. Our very best wishes to you and your families for a restful, joyful, and peaceful holiday season!

Caryn Sandler, Partner and Chief Knowledge & Innovation Officer at Gilbert + Tobin, joined our Impact Podcast Series to share her experience implementing a significant and disruptive document review unit. Her goal? Deliver the best document review solutions to clients.GT Docs is the name of this innovative, centralized document review unit and platform to support regulatory and litigation matters. In this episode, Stephen Allen, the VP of Get Sh*t Done at Elevate, and Caryn Sandler talk about planning and implementing efficient change that meets user's needs - and provides a high-quality work product.Caryn said – “What GT Docs does for us - it allows us to have a platform from which we can continue to innovate and rethink legal service delivery."Click on the links below to hear what we have covered in our first episode of Impact Series:[00:51] - Caryn realized it was the right time to move to a Knowledge Management role.[04:37] - Caryn describes a change she delivered within G + T.[07:58] - How G + T implements change.[13:17] - After implementing GT Docs, G+T surpassed its initial utilization estimates.[15:55] - Caryn's thoughts on the benefits of radical change.[18:42] - How GT Docs helped G + T achieve their business targets.[21:05] - GT Docs as a competitive advantage.[22:35] - Key advice from Caryn to deliver a successful change project. Enjoy!

Do you want to nail that clerkship interview? Want to know what you're heading into at different firms and how best to prepare for online interviews?In today's episode, hear from the HR representatives of Baker McKenzie, Clayton Utz, Gilbert+Tobin, Herbert Smith Freehills and Lander & Rogers who tell us all about their tips for acing that clerkship interview and how each firm runs their interviews so you can be prepared. These tips are useful for any firms clerkship interview or any professional interview so make sure to have a listen!Listen in to this episode, with your hosts - Neeharika Palachanda and Paige Carter to hear about HR's Hot Tips for Clerkship Interviews.But wait! There's more!Follow Behind the Grind Podcast (AUS) on Instagram Follow Behind the Grind Podcast (AUS) on LinkedInFollow Behind the Grind Podcast (AUS) on FacebookGet in touch:Students: hello@behindthegrindpodcast.com.auFirms: info@behindthegrindpodcast.com.au

Are you curious about what a clerkship at Gilbert+Tobin really looks like? Or do you want to know more about how involved junior staff are on G+T matters?In today's episode, hear from G+T's very own hype team and learn all about Gilbert+Tobin's fantastic clients, supportive culture and practical tips for the upcoming clerkship season. You might also hear about Carlton architecture and ice-cream recommendations. There's lots to find out so tune in now! Listen in to this episode, with your hosts - Neeharika Palachanda and Paige Carter to hear about what you can look forward to when completing a clerkship at Gilbert+Tobin.But wait! There's more!Follow Coffee and Case Podcast on Instagram Follow Coffee and Case Podcast on LinkedInFollow Coffee and Case Podcast on FacebookGet in touch:Students: hello@coffeeandcase.com.auFirms: info@coffeeandcase.com.au

Considering a career in commercial law? Keep hearing buzzwords like "legal tech" or "legal innovation" but not sure what they mean? In this episode, we interview Kristie Barton (Clerk and Graduate Programs Manager), Bryce Craig (Lawyer, Technology + Digital) and Lauren Ziegelaar (Legal Transformation Lawyer) from Gilbert + Tobin about clerkships and graduate roles, how the delivery of legal services has changed in the face of new and innovative legal technologies, and the skills young lawyers need to equip themselves for the legal industry of the future. Footnotes is a podcast created by the Sydney University Law Society for students, by students, supported by Gilbert + Tobin, and available wherever you get your podcasts.

How has the legal profession been (mis)represented in popular culture? How has our perception of the law profession changed over the years? The latest episode of Footnotes explores these questions and more. Can we truly rest our case on the basis that it's "the Constitution, it's Mabo, it's justice, it's law, it's the vibe and... uh... no that's it, it's the vibe" (The Castle)? Footnotes is a podcast created by the Sydney University Law Society for students, by students, supported by Gilbert + Tobin, and available wherever you get your podcasts.

Kim Lewis is the Legal Transformation Manager at Gilbert + Tobin.

As 2019 draws to a close, it seemed like a good time to celebrate our 10th TLPS podcast episode looking back on how the legal industry fared in terms of legaltech and innovation: What happened? What surprised us? What didn't happen and maybe disappointed us? And, what should we watch for in 2020? We were joined on this partly reflective and partly prospective journey by an amazing group of legaltech/innovation gurus: Caryn Sandler, Partner and Chief Knowledge and Innovation Officer at Gilbert & Tobin; Warrick McLean, CEO at Colman Grieg Lawyers; and Graeme Grovum, Principal at legal industry consultancy Alpha Creates. Topics covered in our discussion included: What stood out in legaltech and innovation in 2019? And, how it showed up in law firm/legal department strategic priorities, Managing Partner/CEO agendas and industry research. What trends were expected or surprised the legal industry in 2019? What was the uptake of legaltech and innovation in law firms in 2019? Was uptake being driven by clients or a new level of skills/industry maturity or a discernible move towards a culture of continuous improvement or something else? And, how would that change in 2020? How did industry change support and shape new legal work and a new workforce profile in 2019?  Was it redefining the definition of “team”? Would that continue in 2020? Did changes in work and the workforce in 2019 also change the way law firms worked with their clients e.g. in-house counsel and, vice versa? Where did Australia rate in the take up of legaltech/innovation in law firms on a scale of 1-5 (1 being little or none and 5 being we're all over it)? And, where did that place Australia in the Asia-Pacific region? What were the big trends to look for in 2020 and, how should the legal industry prepare for them? And finally, would 2020 bring with it a new opportunity for optimism for legaltech/innovation, or something different? Thank you Caryn, Warrick and Graeme for a wonderful conversation – we love your work! And, all our friends around the world, thank you for your support in 2019, we can't wait to be part of your lives again in 2020. Our very best wishes to you and your families for a restful, joyful and peaceful holiday season!

Shona Rowan works internationally as a Performance & Mindset Consultant, Inspirational Speaker and Coach. She has over 20 years of experience helping organisations and individuals sharpen performance and maximise success via peak performance workshops, inspirational events and private coaching sessions.Shona worked across the UK and Europe for more than a decade and started her bespoke training, coaching and consulting business in London in 2008. She relocated back to Perth Western Australia in 2016 and works both locally and internationally. Shona's clients include Allens, ATCO, Baker McKenzie, Chevron, Gilbert + Tobin, Gold Fields, DLA Piper, Women in Energy and Shell.Prior to launching her own performance consulting business, Shona was ranked 6th in the world as a competitive Ballroom and Latin American 10-Dancer and has represented Australia in over 12 different countries. Having grown up in the world of elite sport, Shona has lived and studied peak performance for more than 25 years, making her uniquely placed to help organisations and individuals boost their performance and thrive. You can read more here: www.shonarowan.com

In this episode, Gregor Jeffery and Garrett O'Hara discuss an Australian cyber-criminal ring targeting Superannuation accounts, scammers using deep fakes of CEO voices and the recent PayID hack that affected the big four banks. Garret also interviews Mitch Owens, CTO at Gilbert + Tobin Lawyers. If you enjoyed The Get Cyber Resilient Show, head over to GetCyberResilient.com, a new online destination for cyber professionals in Australia and New Zealand. The Get Cyber Resilient Show is brought to you by mimecast.com. Related articles: This month in security: September 2019 https://www.getcyberresilient.com/threat-insights/month-security-september-2019 This month in security: August 2019 https://www.getcyberresilient.com/threat-insights/month-security-august-2019

In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, Jerome Doraisamy is joined by Gilbert + Tobin tax partner, Muhunthan Kanagaratnam. Recorded just over 12 hours after Treasurer Josh Frydenberg delivered the Coalition Government's economic blueprint in the House of Representatives, Jerome and Muhunthan unpack the proposals that will impact upon lawyers and the legal profession, particularly tax changes for SME firms, superannuation updates for senior lawyers eyeing off retirement, and the lack of funding for legal assistance services.  

In Episode 5, “Inspiring Others To Follow You”, Blenheim Partners’ Gregory Robinson is delighted to talk with Danny Gilbert, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Gilbert + Tobin, a leading independent corporate law firm and a key player in the Australian legal market.Danny shares his journey, from when he left a leading law firm in 1988 to establish the firm with fellow Lawyer Tony Tobin. Over the next 30 years, Gilbert + Tobin built an outstanding reputation taking market share from the major well established law firms, many of which had been in practice for over 100 years and would not have thought it possible for a new brand to emerge and challenge them. Today, Gilbert + Tobin employs 700 people, including 80 Partners with one of the highest proportions of female partners of any major Australian law firm and are acknowledged as a pioneer in providing pro bono services.Starting life in country NSW, he followed the advice of his school teacher and moved to Sydney to study law, the vehicle which would later allow him to transcend from lawyer to entrepreneur and successful businessman. Danny placed an early bet that Gilbert & Tobin should build a profile as the experts in technology, telecommunications and media. Soon the firm became renowned for their progressive approach to legal issues and client service.Danny also had a burning desire from day one to give back with an unswerving commitment to social justice. Danny realised if he was to make a difference and walk the walk he had to generate revenue. It was obvious he needed to grow the firm if he was to significantly give and did so with vigour and dedication. Not everyone makes it, and Danny has faced setbacks but sees his role increasingly as the disrupter balancing the desire to grow and the need to be a good corporate citizen.Danny also discusses his views on the need to amend the constitution and recognise the indigenous people. He highlights the standing of business in the Australian community and shares responsibility for the damage being done by banks as a former Director of one of the four major banks. Danny highlights the role of the political parties, the relationship with business and a personal disappointment in regards to the ABC.Danny has created a spirit in the organisation of relentless energy and an open environment with people who want to achieve, creating a top tier firm. Gregory asks Danny what he feels are the essential qualities for success and where he actually spends his time. Is Leadership really as simple as inspiring others to follow you?In a topical and engaging discussion Danny sums his success in two words, “Back Yourself”.

This week in Crypto Watch, Producer Greg Dimopoulos spoke to Sam Nickless, a Partner and the Chief Operating Officer at Gilbert + Tobin to find out about the impact of blockchain within the legal services industry.

Mandatory Data Breach Notifications are becoming law in 2018. Third parties can often hold details like a mailing lists, credit card data and other personal information. But who owns that data, who is responsible when a network is compromised and who tells the customers? IAB Regulatory Affairs Director Kamani Krishnan runs through the law and its implications with data law expert and Consultant at Gilbert + Tobin, Peter Leonard.(Please note this is general information only, if you are seeking legal advice you should directly contact a legal expert to discuss your specific needs and requirements.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we sat down and picked the brain of a techie legal product manager on what’s coming in the future. Philipp Thurner is one of the key faces behind LawAdvisor, he’s also an associate consultant with Janders Dean and founder of CHITIT, a lean innovation consultancy firm. He has been responsible for the co-ideation, design, and development of innovative legal technology solutions that have been recognised by the Financial Times and RSG Consulting APAC Innovative Lawyers Awards. In our conversation, we traced the trajectory of his career, talked about the state of legal tech development, touched on resistance he’s facing in introducing new tools, what lawyers can do to prepare for the future, artificial intelligence, cryptocurrency, the dark web and blockchain technology. Listen to this episode to get to grips with the cutting edge innovations taking place in and around the legal industry, plus all this too: Gilbert & Tobin’s approach to building an innovation team A quick primer on blockchain technology and where it might be headed The mindset and skills needed for a new law graduate today Why the gig economy is the way of the future What the dark web is and how it functions in practice The value of being allowed to experiment and fail Philipp’s experience balancing tech solutions against pre-existing business models Why law firms need legal project management Typical problems, pain points and inefficiencies that legal tech can address How making himself ‘redundant’ was one of Philipp’s best professional moves   Links: LinkedIn Law Advisor Twitter

Data breaches are way more common than we think, and have a massive impact on the consumers and the companies that are breached. But what exactly is a "Data Breach"? What are the new Australian laws coming into effect in Feb. 2018 and how will they change the way the market, companies and customers deal with breaches? IAB Regulatory Affairs Director Kamani Krishnan talks to data law expert and Consultant at Gilbert + Tobin, Peter Leonard. (“Please note this is general information only, if you are seeking legal advice on the GDPR you should directly contact a legal expert to discuss your specific needs and requirements.”)Got your attention? You can learn more about the new laws here:https://www.iabaustralia.com.au/regulatory-affairs/government-regulations/item/44-government-regulations/2396-iab-australia-regulation-update-new-mandatory-data-breach-notification-lawsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For everyone except Doctor Who, time marches on. How is that future impacting the skill sets that law firm technologists need to have? Listen to a conversation on current and future skill sets and how people, process and *new* technology is impacting the delivery of legal services. Speakers: Jeffrey Brandt is the Chief Information Officer at the law firm of Jackson Kelly PLLC and has over 30 years of experience in the field of legal automation. Jeffrey is also editor of the popular PinHawk Law Technology Daily Digest, a respected thought leader in the legal technology community and a frequent educational speaker at industry conferences. Mitch Owens is the CTO at Gilbert + Tobin and leads the firm's technology function. He has held senior roles in the global banking and professional services industries for many years. With a background that is predominately outside legal Mitch is able to provide a different, and interesting, slant on technology challenges that face legal firms today. The focus for Mitch, and his team, is clients - internal or external. He is constantly evaluating against the expected and looking to give them advantages. He has a diverse understanding of business functions and processes allowing for creative technology solutions. Luke Schnoebelen manages technical training and e-learning development for his firm. He is solidifying a development process to improve the technology expertise for all firm employees, associates and partners. Luke also assists with all facets of in-house CLE, technology adoption and general promotion of process improvements.

22 July 2014 - An expert panel on the High Court case involving 157 Sri Lankan Tamil asylum seekers held by an Australian customs vessel on the high seas (later handed down as CPCF v Minister for Immigration and Border Protection [2015] HCA 1). The case raises questions of international law, constitutional law, and administrative law, all of which were the subject of the discussion. Panel members: Professor Jane McAdam, Director, Kaldor Centre for International Refugee Law Professor George Williams, UNSW Associate Professor Tim Stephens, University of Sydney Ed Santow, CEO, Public Interest Advocacy Centre The event was kindly hosted by Gilbert + Tobin and chaired by partner Steven Glass.