Episodes

  • Judge Amy McGowan
    Dec 12 2025

    Her Honour Judge Amy McGowan of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia takes us through her compelling and diverse legal career, from her start as a solicitor and her impactful time in the not-for-profit sector, all the way to her significant role as a Senior Judicial Registrar before her appointment as a judge. She offers essential wisdom for legal professionals, emphasising the crucial role of ethical practice and the emotional resilience required to navigate the complex landscape of family law.

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    36 mins
  • Luke O'Kane
    Nov 18 2025

    Luke O'Kane, Partner at Clyde & Co, joins us to discuss his journey into law—from being inspired by debate and research for Chief Judge Justice Hoeben to his current role in personal injury law. Luke offers crucial advice for young lawyers to take charge of their careers and highlights regulatory efforts in New South Wales to combat claim farming.

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    32 mins
  • Melini Pillay
    Oct 20 2025

    Melini shares her intriguing journey, detailing the challenging pivot in her legal career: moving from a prosecutor to representing defendants in complex employment and safety matters. Plus, she offers crucial advice for early career lawyers on embracing change, seizing control of your professional path, and viewing every shift as an opportunity to grow.

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    35 mins
  • Joanne Sanders
    Sep 18 2025

    In this episode, we chat with Joanne Sanders, a Juris Doctor student at UTS. A former executive manager at the ABC, Joanne chats about studying while working full-time and juggling competing priorities. A self-described theatre kid, Joanne impresses us with her rendition of Shakespeare.

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    39 mins
  • Michael Kirby AC CMG
    Aug 17 2025

    Distinguished international jurist, educator and former Justice of the High Court of Australia (1996 to 2009), the Honourable Michael Kirby AC CMG needs no introduction. In a special episode of Brief Exchange, he sits down with LSJ Online to chat about his life, career, and the lessons he has learnt along the way.


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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Daphne Fong
    Jul 22 2025

    In this episode, we speak to Law Society Student Ambassador Daphne Fong about her inspirations for studying law, the importance of marks in securing a clerkship, and how she built up her advocacy skills.

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    26 mins
  • Samuel Chu
    Jun 16 2025

    In this episode, we're joined by Samuel Chu, a Solicitor at Dentons, who shares his unique journey into law. We dive into what ignited his passion for Charities law and hear his hilarious recounts from his time as a Golden Gavel finalist. Plus, he shares his tips for other aspiring early career lawyers.

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    54 mins
  • Armin Alimardani
    May 18 2025

    In this episode, Armin Alimardani, Senior Lecturer in Law and Emerging Technologies at the University of Wollongong, joins us in the studio to discuss the fascinating intersection of AI, neurotechnology, and the law. He also shares valuable advice for students on leveraging generative AI in their academic and professional journeys.

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    34 mins