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Claire Walters

Claire Walters

Student, Monash University

Lawyer 2.0: Future-Ready Skills for Practicing Law in 2030 

The legal profession is evolving at an unprecedented pace. By 2030, lawyers will need to navigate a world shaped by AI, data-driven decision-making, and global digital ecosystems. In this day-in-the-life presentation and fireside chat, we’ll explore what it means to be a levelled-up lawyer. How will technology redefine the practice of law? Which skills including technical, ethical, and human will be essential for success? And how can today’s practitioners and incoming professionals prepare for a future where adaptability and innovation are as critical as legal expertise?

Join us for a day-in-the life presentation followed by a candid conversation between a seasoned lawyer and a law student.

  • Core competencies for 2030: Digital literacy, AI fluency, and data ethics
  • The human edge: Emotional intelligence, creativity, and client-centric thinking
  • Practical pathways: How to upskill and future-proof your legal career

3 Key Learnings

  1. How technology will reshape law over the next several years
  2. What skills are essential for future lawyers
  3. A roadmap to prepare for 2030

About Claire

Claire is a final year double degree student at Monash University studying Law (Honours) and Biomedical Science in Melbourne. She has over four years’ experience across the legal industry, having worked with law firms, barristers, in house legal teams and academic researchers, alongside her studies. She is enthusiastic by what the future holds and the role emerging technologies will play in transforming the legal landscape.

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