Observations on Brief: A Legal Podcast

Dr Sage Leslie, James Haddock, and Brodie Buckland. Barristers
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Observations on Brief is a topical legal podcast by ACT barristers Dr Sage Leslie, James Haddock, and Brodie Buckland. The podcast covers the legal issues of the day and the trials and tribulations of legal practice.

Episodes

  1. 04/10/2024

    S3 E1 Don't Panic! : Changes to the Family Law Act Part 1

    In this episode of Observations on Brief, we celebrate the opening of our third season with Sage and James covering the first part of a series dedicated to changes made to the Family Law Act, which have effect from 6 May 2024.  Yes the changes are coming into effect soon, but our message is 'don't panic'. This episode covers the changes to parental responsibility, best interests, and the way the legislation will now deal with Rice & Asplund.

    1h 9m

  2. 09/13/2023

    S2 E3 Briefing Counsel 101 and Japanese Torpedo Boats

    In this episode, the team outline the tips, trick, and general rules about briefing counsel. This is not just an introduction; it provides some important knowledge for experienced hands and new players alike.  James, Bordie, and Sage explain why the brief is important why the relationship with counsel is important, and when should you consider briefing. We wrap up with a famous legal story about why you should never mistake a fishing boat for a torpedo boat.

    1h 7m

  3. 08/31/2023

    S2 E2 War Crimes in Ukraine

    In the second episode of season 2, we welcome the return of our co-host Brodie Buckland. James, Brodie, and Sage then discuss what we mean by using the term 'war crimes', what can be done to bring alleged perpetrators to justice, and what is being done on the ground to collect evidence and move forward with prosecutions. We end on a lighter note- tales of poetic justice in judgments.

    43 min

  4. 04/19/2023

    S2 E1 Dealing Effectively with High Conflict People

    In our first episode of the new season, James explains high-conflict people and the tips and tricks for dealing with them in litigation. We also learn of the rather bizarre recent behaviour of a New York State Town Justice that led to his censure, including his taste in car bumper stickers.

    50 min

  5. 11/25/2021

    Episode 7: Coming to the Bar: How, When, and Why

    In this episode, we discuss becoming a barrister. What is the journey like, what do you need to do, what it is actually like, and what you need to think about if you decide to go to the bar are the focus of our discussions.  We are joined this week by special guest Ian Metz of Blackburn Chambers who recently completed his readership year and who provides insightful contributions to the topic at hand from the point of view of recent experience.     We end our episode with a novel question- I can change my name legally but can I legally change my age?

    1h 10m

  6. 10/07/2021

    Episode 6: Expert Evidence: The right expert in the right time and the right place

    In this episode, James and Sage discuss expert evidence. We delve into what the requirements for expert evidence are, what you need to look at as a practitioner in assessing expert reports, and when you need to think about getting expert evidence in your matter.   We end the podcast with one of James' all-time favourite cases.

    49 min

  7. 09/03/2021

    Episode 5: The Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia Rules

    In this episode, Sage and James provide a key update for practitioners who work in the family law jurisdiction.  They provide an overview of the new Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia Rules for Divisions 1 and 2. This presentation was done in conjunction with the Canberra Regional Family Law Professional's Association.

    1h 42m

  8. 08/30/2021

    Episode 4: Vaccines and the Law

    In this episode James, Brodie, and Sage discuss legal issues surrounding vaccines- can they be mandated? what are the psychological reasons why people do not comply with Public Health Orders, and what are the problems with 'rights' and 'equality' discourses when it comes to vaccines? We end with one of the big legal questions of our time- are Pringles crisps?

    52 min

  9. 08/13/2021

    Episode 3: Legal News and Big Bird on the Run

    In this episode, James, Brodie, and Sage discuss legal news from home and around the world. What are the big stories happening in law and what might they mean for you? They end with a discussion about Sesame Street which is a little different from what you might expect.

    46 min

  10. 07/28/2021

    Episode 2: Law in Lockdown

    In celebration of our first full episode, we have a double-length episode for our listeners. Sage, Brodie and James talk legal news, voluntarily assisted dying legislation, virtual crime scenes, some Federal Court decisions, and a UK defamation decision. Following that, our panel discuss the law in lockdown- tips, tricks and things to be aware of for legal practitioners and law students.

    1h 41m

  11. 07/23/2021

    Episode 1: Introduction and Aims

    In Episode 1 we meet the hosts of the podcast Dr Sage Leslie, James Haddock, and Brodie Buckland, Barristers at Blackburn Chambers in Canberra. Our hosts explain the aims and purpose of their podcast and, as will be tradition, finish with a legal anecdote for this episode.

    10 min
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Observations on Brief is a topical legal podcast by ACT barristers Dr Sage Leslie, James Haddock, and Brodie Buckland. The podcast covers the legal issues of the day and the trials and tribulations of legal practice.

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  • Creator
    Dr Sage Leslie, James Haddock, and Brodie Buckland. Barristers
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    11
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Observations on Brief: A Legal Podcast
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