From Lawyers Weekly

Idealism and professionalism go hand in hand

DANNY GILBERT, of Gilbert + Tobin has urged law students to use their abilities, not just for their own benefit, but for the benefit of the community, the nation and humanity. Gilbert told graduating law students at UNSW that “altruism, a commitment to the service of others, a commitment to critical dialogue and advocacy and a commitment to the strengthening of civil society will enlarge and transform you, both personally and professionally”. He said that lawyers in firms can and should do more for the community, by supporting legal centres, participating in discussions about public law and human rights and supporting universities that undertake work on these issues, doing pro bono work and standing up for the rule of law.


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