Drupal + Next.js legal publishing platform
NSW Law Reports
A legal publishing platform built on Drupal and Next.js, supporting subscription-oriented content, search-led discovery, and structured editorial workflows.
Overview
What this project shows
NSW Law Reports is a live publishing product for legal research and report access, combining structured content, search journeys, and subscription-facing user flows.
Problem
The product required dependable content delivery for legal materials, with clear navigation, search support, and a frontend experience tailored to a professional audience.
Role
Senior Full-Stack Developer
Solution
Norman contributed across the Drupal and Next.js implementation, supporting publishing features, structured content surfaces, and the frontend/backend plumbing needed for a subscription-led platform.
Challenges
- Presenting dense legal content in a way that stays clear, searchable, and manageable for editors.
- Supporting platform changes without compromising consistency across publishing and account-related flows.
Technical Decisions
- Use Drupal for structured legal content and editorial control, with Next.js handling the public-facing experience.
- Keep publishing and search features within a unified frontend/backend delivery pattern rather than treating them as separate systems.
Open to Opportunities
Have a project in mind?
Talk with Norman about full-stack product development, system modernization, API-backed workflows, and long-term production support.