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27/08/2026

The legal profession demands a lot, but carrying the weight of every matter home is not sustainable.
This article is a timely reminder that something as simple as an intentional end-of-day ritual can help lawyers mentally switch off, reduce stress and avoid staying stuck in the "fog" of practice.
For law firms, supporting these habits is not just about wellbeing.
It's about helping people perform sustainably over the long term.

https://www.lawyersweekly.com.au/corporate-counsel/44163-end-of-day-ritual-that-helps-lawyers-escape-the-fog-of-practice?highlight=WyJicmlzYmFuZSJd

27/08/2026

Are you building an In-House career?
The role of the General Counsel is evolving faster than ever. Technical legal expertise remains essential, but today's most effective GCs are also strategic business partners, leading through ambiguity, embracing change and helping organisations make smarter commercial decisions.

It's an insightful reminder that the future of in-house legal leadership will be defined not just by legal knowledge, but by judgement, adaptability and influence.

25/08/2026

Did you catch the latest edition of Alex Advocates?
In it, Alex Correa talks about one of the biggest reasons talented lawyers lose out on securing the opportunities they deserve.

Is your CV underselling your skills?
Does it describe the work you did, rather than the value you delivered?
Read on to discover practical advice on how to transform your CV from a list of matters into a compelling career story that captures the attention of hiring partners and opens more doors.

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/your-cv-isnt-list-matters-its-argument-value-alex-correa-uuqlc/?trackingId=e%2FmFcSxXRwGGgstDz3Lz9A%3D%3D

Welcome to this month’s edition of Alex Advocates. My name is Alex Correa and I‘m a Brisbane-based Legal Industry recruiter, and the Founder of Alex Correa Executive In this newsletter I explore one of the biggest reasons talented lawyers fail to secure the opportunities they deserve.

25/08/2026

Have you subscribed to Alex Correa's Alex Advocates newsletter here on LinkedIn?
If you want thoughtful insights about what is going on in legal industry recruitment, then you don't want to miss this. Subscribe here.

https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/alex-advocates-7086854925720150016/

04/08/2026

Congratulations to the finalists in the QLD Excellence in Law Awards. The winners are announced at the Law Gala on 22nd of August and tickets are available here.

The winners will be named at the Excellence in Law Awards Gala on Saturday 22 August at The Star Brisbane.

30/07/2026

The legal market is shifting.
Firms are thinking more carefully about succession and retention. In-house teams are placing greater value on commercial capability and influence.
Government opportunities are becoming increasingly competitive and selective.
The challenge is rarely whether opportunities exist.
It’s whether you have visibility of the right ones before they hit the broader market.
The best career moves often begin long before an application is submitted.
They start with a confidential, informed conversation about the market and what is realistically possible based on your experience and skills.
If you're even slightly curious about what your next chapter could look like, it is worth a conversation with Alex or Jennifer at Alex Correa Executive. Get in touch today.

28/07/2026

Early career lawyers are not necessarily less ambitious. They are simply asking better questions about what success in law should look like.
For many, the traditional path to partnership or senior leadership is no longer the default goal. Autonomy, flexibility, wellbeing, meaningful work and genuine development are carrying far more weight.
This is an important read for law firms thinking seriously about attraction, retention and the future of legal careers.

Early career lawyers are rethinking traditional notions of success, prioritising autonomy, flexibility and wellbeing over climbing up the ladder.

23/07/2026

Do you really need a five-year plan to build a successful legal career?
In this episode of our Friends in Law podcast, Georgia Huf shares her journey from career uncertainty to projects and construction law, including the lessons learned along the way.
It's an honest conversation about imposter syndrome, taking opportunities before you feel ready, the value of great mentors, and why some of the best career moves are the ones you never planned.
For lawyers questioning their next step or feeling pressure to have everything figured out, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on what a meaningful legal career can look like.
Listen to the full episode here.

Alex Correa Executive is a leading legal recruitment firm. Experts in providing career advice to lawyers across private practice, government and in-house.

22/07/2026

Junior Lawyers, don’t miss our new blog!

Sometimes, the best career move isn't applying for more jobs.
It's applying for the right ones.

We explore why a strategic approach to your legal job search often leads to better long-term outcomes than a scattergun approach.

Don’t miss this if you're considering your next move in the Queensland legal market.

Alex Correa Executive is a leading legal recruitment firm. Experts in providing career advice to lawyers across private practice, government and in-house.