Lawyer - Government Advisory/Litigation & Dispute Resolution
6 days ago
Legal - Dispute Resolution & Litigation | Melbourne
About us
We are a modern Australian law firm with a leading reputation. We focus on exceptional service, operational excellence, and being at the forefront of employee experience. We work closely with Australian and international businesses, organisations, and governments.
About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Lawyer/Associate to join our well-regarded Government Advisory team. Working alongside Partners Mark Henry and Angela Barac and the wider team, this role will focus on providing merits review for a Commonwealth Government agency.
This is a unique opportunity to join a collaborative team and have responsibility for your own matters. Day to day you will have the following responsibilities:
- Drafting summaries of evidence and statements of issues.
- Assisting and attending case conferences and hearings.
- Conducting directions hearings.
- Drafting litigation strategies.
- Complex statutory interpretation.
About you
In order to be considered for this role, you will have the following skills and experience:
- Approximately 1-3 years post qualification experience, ideally with experience in government advisory work, and have a strong interest in administrative law and statutory interpretation.
- You may have a background of working in government and be keen to make your first move into a law firm. Alternatively, you will be doing similar work in another firm and looking for a new opportunity.
- You will have strong drafting skills, excellent communication skills, and a collegiate approach.
In turn, you will have the opportunity to join a well-regarded team with exposure to complex and high-profile work. You will be well-supported in your career with structured learning and development plans.
A diverse and inclusive workplace: We have been named an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workforce Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) every year since 2004 along with being named a Bronze Employer at the Australian Workplace Equality Index's 2022 LGBTQ Inclusion Awards. We promote diversity internally through our Maddocks Women, Maddocks CALD, and Maddocks Pride groups.
Career Development: Learn and develop through structured learning and development programs at each stage of your career and study support programs.
Community involvement: Give back to the communities in which we operate through our thriving pro bono and grants programs and staff volunteering initiatives.
Work flexibly: Work in a hybrid way with part of your week in the office and support to set up your home office.
Wellbeing & Benefits: Access to up to 20 weeks paid parental leave, discounted gym memberships & health insurance, salary continuance insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and parents and carers wellbeing programs.
Ready for your next career move? Make your Move to Maddocks – Apply Now.
To be eligible for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia. Please note that unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered at this time.
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