Step Away. Reset. Reconnect.
You don't need another conference.
You need space to think again.
This weekend is that space.
The Happy Lawyer Happy Life Mountain Retreat
O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat | Lamington National Park
Friday 11 September - Sunday 13 September
This September, we’re heading to the mountains for an intimate Mountain Retreat – a chance to step away from the noise of running your business, reconnect with your vision and yourself, and spend time with a small group of smart, thoughtful business owners who truly get it.
Designed for boutique law firm owners and female-led business owners who know that sometimes the best thing you can do for your business is step away from it for a little while.
A weekend to pause, reflect, have meaningful conversations, and return with fresh perspective, renewed energy and clarity for what’s next.
Set amongst the rainforest at O’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat, this is not a packed conference schedule or a room full of strangers awkwardly swapping business cards.
It’s a slower, more intentional kind of Retreat.
Think:
- meaningful conversations
- practical strategy
- fresh thinking
- beautiful food
- mountain air
- fireplaces and wine
- time to breathe
- room to reflect on what’s next
Over the course of the weekend, Clarissa will facilitate a series of workshops, conversations and planning sessions focused on leadership, business, energy, systems, growth and the realities of building a sustainable life in law.
There will also be plenty of space for what often becomes the most valuable part of weekends like this – the conversations in between.
This Retreat is for you if...
- You’ve been so busy running the business that you haven’t had time to think about the business
- You’re craving fresh ideas and renewed momentum
- You want practical conversations with people who genuinely understand small business life
- You’re feeling stretched, tired or stuck in the operational weeds
- You miss having space to think strategically
- You value connection over networking
- You’re ready for a reset – personally or professionally
What to expect:
FRIDAY — Arrive & Reset
Arrive, settle in and exhale.
We’ll begin the weekend with lunch, easing into the Retreat and creating space to reconnect before moving into an afternoon of workshops, conversations and thoughtful discussions designed to spark new ideas and fresh perspective.
No pressure. No performance. Just space to land and shift gears.
SATURDAY — Conversations, Strategy & Fresh Thinking
Saturday will include a series of facilitated workshops, conversations and reflective thinking sessions focused on the realities of modern law firm life and running a small business.
This won’t feel like sitting in a seminar room all day.
The rhythm of the weekend is intentionally designed to allow space for learning, discussion, connection and rest – with time to think, wander, journal, talk and simply be out of the day-to-day.
Topics will centre around:
- leadership
- business growth
- systems and sustainability
- energy and burnout
- marketing and visibility
- the future of boutique practice
- designing a business and life that actually works for you
SUNDAY — Clarity & Momentum
A slower morning to wrap up the weekend with clarity, ideas and renewed momentum before heading home.
Our goal is simple:
That you leave feeling lighter, clearer and more connected to what’s next.
What's Included
Your Retreat ticket includes:
- Accommodation at O’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat (Friday and Saturday nights)
- All meals across the weekend (Friday lunch to Saturday dinner)
- Workshops and facilitated sessions with Clarissa
- Connection with a small group of business owners
- Time and space to step out of the day-to-day and think differently again
Investment
Investment: $2,997 per person
- Private bedroom with King bed in a two-bedroom Villa
- Your own ensuite bathroom
- Shared common living space with another Retreat attendee
Because this is an intimate Retreat experience, places are intenionally limited to a maximum of 10 attendees.
To secure your place, a $500 deposit is payable at the time of booking, with the remaining balance due by 20 August 2026.
We know it can be helpful to plan ahead financially, so this option allows you to lock in your place now and finalise payment closer to the Retreat.
Once the 10 places are filled, that’s it!
If the Retreat doesn’t go ahead, your deposit will be fully refunded.
Why we created this weekend
Over the years, the Happy Lawyer Happy Life Retreats became known for big ideas, energy and inspiration.
But lately, we’ve been craving something different.
Something smaller.
Slower.
More connected.
A room where people can speak honestly.
Think clearly.
Share ideas openly.
And leave feeling calmer, lighter and more certain about what comes next.
That’s what this weekend is about.
Join us in the Mountains
Three days away from the constant noise of practice.
A chance to reconnect with your ideas, your energy and your people.
We would love to have you there.
Other useful info
- A deposit of $500pp is required to book your place at the Retreat
- The balance is due by 20 August 2026
- Registration is fully refundable if the Retreat does not go ahead as planned
- Your place is fully transferable to another person
- If you require accommodation for Thursday night, a Retreat Room can be organised for you for $200pp
- Transfers to O’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat are not included
- Brisbane → approx. 2 hours
- Gold Coast → approx. 90 minutes
Reserve your HLHL Mountain Retreat Ticket
Step Away. Reset. Reconnect.-
Private bedroom with King-size bed
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Your own ensuite bathroom
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Shared common living space with another Retreat attendee
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All meals from Friday lunch to Saturday dinner
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Facilitated workshops across the weekend
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Structured + unstructured time to reset
Small group. BIG impact. Real change.
Join us for a 10-month, high touch business and wellbeing experience designed specifically for boutique law firm owners who want clarity, confidence, community and practical strategies.