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Leadership for Lawyers

An executive leadership short course, specifically aimed at exploring the core values and attributes essential for success as a legal leader.

Next Dates: Announcing soon
Duration: 2 days
Delivery mode: In-person
Price (AUD inc. GST): $4,950

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Course summary

Tailored leadership for lawyers

The legal landscape is evolving. Lawyers today are expected to do more than provide legal advice. They are expected to lead.

Leadership for Lawyers is a two-day executive course designed for legal professionals stepping into, or already in, leadership roles.

Whether you work in a law firm, an in-house legal team, the public sector or a regulatory environment, this practical, research-based course gives you the tools and insight to lead effectively in complex and fast-changing workplaces.

Led by experienced facilitators and legal professionals, the program blends proven leadership frameworks with honest discussions and peer learning. It provides real-world insight into the challenges and opportunities of legal leadership today.

Who will benefit

Lawyers in management, people leadership or strategic roles
In-house counsel seeking to lead teams or projects with greater impact

Course is suitable for

Government or regulatory lawyers transitioning into leadership
Senior associates, partners or general counsels who want to sharpen their leadership toolkit

Delivered by experts

Anthony Kearns

Educator – Melbourne Law School, UNSW Law & Justice

Anthony offers a wealth of expertise in leadership, facilitation and adult education, helping expert professionals navigate complexity to lead change and performance
As a Senior Fellow and visiting lecturer at leading institutions, including Harvard, Anthony brings global experience in teaching leadership and decision-making to the legal profession
Anthony’s career spans law, risk management, organisational development and senior executive roles, giving him deep, real-world insight into professional practice and leadership
As an accredited coach and mindfulness teacher, Anthony combines evidence-based approaches with human-centred practice to create transformative learning experiences

Alistair Marshall

Business Development Specialist – Professional Services

Alistair brings over 30 years of experience helping law firms, accountancy practices and major corporates win new, profitable business
His delivery is dynamic and engaging, inspiring participants to adopt practical business development strategies straight away
Alistair’s hands-on, jargon-free approach ensures professionals move beyond theory to make real, lasting changes in practice
He specialises in simple, achievable and cost-effective solutions that drive growth across boutique and international firms alike

Rosamund Christie

Educator - UNSW Law & Justice

Rosamund offers a depth of experience in leadership development through many years leading executive coaching and development programs
As an accredited practitioner, Rosamund has a mastery of adaptive leadership tools
Rosamund brings diverse, real-world relevance that enriches every learning experience through global and cross-sector experience

Professor Michael Legg

Professor – UNSW Law & Justice, Director of the Centre for the Future of the Legal Profession

Michael offers deep expertise in complex litigation and regulatory disputes, with particular focus on class actions and civil procedure
As a leading researcher, Michael brings cutting-edge insights on technology in litigation, online dispute resolution and the future of the legal profession
He combines academic leadership with practical legal experience, admitted to practice in Australia and New York, and recognised as a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Law

Dr Felicity Bell

Senior Lecturer – UNSW Law & Justice, Deputy Director of the Centre for the Future of the Legal Profession

Felicity is internationally recognised for her expertise in family law, legal professionalism and the impact of new technologies on legal practice
Her research draws on over a decade of studying lawyers and their work, often grounded in empirical projects
As co-author of Artificial Intelligence and the Legal Profession (Hart, 2020), Felicity brings leading insights into the intersection of law, technology and professional regulation

Vicki McNamara

Senior Research Associate – UNSW Law & Justice, Centre for the Future of the Legal Profession

Vicki brings extensive experience across legal practice, business management and legal operations in leading firms and corporates
Her expertise lies at the intersection of law and technology, with a focus on generative AI, knowledge management and innovation in the legal sector
Vicki is a recognised thought leader, regularly presenting at conferences and publishing widely on legal technology and the future of the profession

Moises Henriques

Professional Cricketer – Captain of the Sydney Sixers

Moises brings over 15 years of experience at the elite level, representing Australia across all formats and captaining the Sydney Sixers to multiple championships
He is recognised for his calm, strategic leadership and ability to unite teams, nurture emerging talent and lead through challenge and scrutiny
As a strong advocate for mental health in high-performance environments, Moises shares powerful insights on resilience, purpose and vulnerability in leadership

About the course

Leadership designed for today’s lawyers

This two-day executive program brings together legal professionals from private practice, government and industry to build practical leadership capability. Through interactive workshops and expert guidance, you’ll explore how to influence effectively, lead teams with confidence and navigate the complex challenges facing the legal profession.

Why enrol in this course

Tailored leadership frameworks

Build skills in decision-making, influence, ethical leadership and resilience within the legal context.

Practical strategies

Gain tools to manage teams, navigate change and drive stronger performance.

Personal reflection tools

Align your leadership style with your personal values and strengths.

Diverse peer network

Connect with leaders across law firms, corporates, government and the wider profession.

Martin Bean CBE

CEO, The Bean Centre

"Lifelong learning is the key to staying relevant in an ever-changing world. At UNSW, we provide a dynamic environment that encourages growth and excellence, ensuring learners are empowered to lead and innovate in their careers."

Key features

Cross-sector perspectives

Insights drawn from law, business and leadership beyond the profession.

Exclusive keynote insights

Learn resilience and leadership under pressure from Moises Henriques, Sydney Sixers captain.

Career-ready leadership impact

Develop clarity, confidence and purpose to thrive in today’s legal landscape.

Learning outcomes

Leading with impact in a changing legal landscape

By completing this course, you’ll develop the confidence and capability to lead in today’s complex legal landscape. You’ll learn how to make sound, ethical decisions under pressure, inspire and guide high-performing teams, and manage change with resilience. The program also helps you reflect on your personal leadership style, align it with your strengths and build connections with peers across the legal profession.

What you'll learn

The program examines the evolving legal landscape while developing self-leadership and the skills to guide high-performing teams. It delves into culture, wellbeing and trust, helping leaders balance practice, management and leadership. With a focus on practical strategies and a culture of action, the course equips participants to drive innovation and growth beyond the billable hour.

Topics covered

Understanding legal leadership
Self-leadership and leading high-performing individuals
Leadership, culture and team dynamics
Practising, Managing, Leading (The PML Trilemma)
Innovation, business and economics in legal practice

Course delivery

Format	Commitment	Method
In-person	Course pre-work 2 day attendance	Insightful presentations Experiential activities Collaborative discussions Real-world, immersive experiences Real-life case studies

Schedule

Day 1	Day 2
9am-9.30am Welcome and The Need for Leadership – Professor Michael Legg 9.30am-10.30am \| Lawyer Personalities and Leadership Skills – Dr Felicity Bell 11am-12.30pm \| What is Leadership? The System of Leadership – Anthony Kearns 1.30pm-3pm \| Leading Sustainable High Performance – Anthony Kearns 3.30pm-4.30pm \| Leading Sustainable High Performance – Anthony Kearns 4.30pm-5.15pm \| Keynote Q&A: Beyond the Boundary: Leadership, Pressure and Performance – Moises Henriques	8.30am-10.30am \| Adaptive Leadership and the Legal System – Rosamund Christie 11am-12pm \| The Practicing, Managing, Leading Trilemma for Lawyer Leaders – Professor Michael Legg and Tony Song 12pm-1pm \| Law Firm Challenges – Responding through Innovation – Vicki McNamara 2pm-3.15pm \| Building a Practice: The Business and Economics of Law Firms (Part 1) – Alistair Marshall 3.30pm-4.45pm \| Building a Practice: The Business and Economics of Law Firms (Part 2) – Alistair Marshall

Day 1

Day 2

9am-9.30am Welcome and The Need for Leadership – Professor Michael Legg
9.30am-10.30am | Lawyer Personalities and Leadership Skills – Dr Felicity Bell
11am-12.30pm | What is Leadership? The System of Leadership – Anthony Kearns
1.30pm-3pm | Leading Sustainable High Performance – Anthony Kearns
3.30pm-4.30pm | Leading Sustainable High Performance – Anthony Kearns
4.30pm-5.15pm | Keynote Q&A: Beyond the Boundary: Leadership, Pressure and Performance – Moises Henriques

8.30am-10.30am | Adaptive Leadership and the Legal System – Rosamund Christie
11am-12pm | The Practicing, Managing, Leading Trilemma for Lawyer Leaders – Professor Michael Legg and Tony Song
12pm-1pm | Law Firm Challenges – Responding through Innovation – Vicki McNamara
2pm-3.15pm | Building a Practice: The Business and Economics of Law Firms (Part 1) – Alistair Marshall
3.30pm-4.45pm | Building a Practice: The Business and Economics of Law Firms (Part 2) – Alistair Marshall