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Melbourne, Australia Russell Kennedy Pty Ltd Full time

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**LAWYER - PROSECUTIONS, PUBLIC LAW & ADMINISTRATIVE LAW**

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Lawyer to join our Public Law & Regulatory Compliance team in Melbourne.

The successful applicant willhave up to 3 years' PAE litigation experience in the areas of prosecutions, public law and/or administrative law. The role predominately involves acting for State Government and other statutory bodies and agencies in prosecutions, disciplinary proceedings, and reviews of administrative decisions. This is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in a fast paced, impactful area, and contribute to the growth of this practice area at the firm.

**Primary Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Representing government clients in court and tribunals in prosecutions, disciplinary proceedings, and reviews of administrative decisions (merits and judicial review).
- Advising on investigations and exercising enforcement powers and functions, including infringements, notices and orders and prosecutions.
- Drafting affidavits.
- Reviewing evidence, drafting charges and briefs of evidence for criminal proceedings.
- Reviewing evidence and drafting allegations for disciplinary proceedings.
- Reviewing evidence and drafting advice on the prospects of success (criminal and disciplinary proceedings).
- Advising on statutory interpretation, good decision-making, and natural justice requirements.
- Drafting enforcement manuals and decision-making policies.
- Appearing in courts and Tribunals and instructing counsel.
- Representing government bodies in litigation matters.
- Drafting written advice and recommendations.
- Briefing and instructing counsel.
- Conduct of litigation files.
- Research in order to keep abreast of legislation changes and case law.
- Contributing to business development activities, such as writing articles, client presentations, webinars and contributing to the RK Vic Gov CPD day.
- Identifying business development opportunities.
- Opportunity to design and present CPD seminars.
- Time recording and billing.
- Any other reasonable duties as directed by the Principals.

**Our Firm and Culture**

Russell Kennedy is acommercial law firm with more than 300 people in Melbourne and Sydney. AtRussell Kennedy we are committed to providing exceptional legal strategies andsolutions to our clients, guided by market-leading expertise across our keysectors of focus.

As part of our team,you'll receive hands-on experience, quality mentoring and access to valuablelearning opportunities. We encourage a professional and committed workethic, while recognising the importance of an enjoyable working environment andbalanced lifestyle. We believe we have a culture where individuals of allbackgrounds and abilities feel included and confident in bringing their wholeselves to work, and where your talents are fostered, empowering you tocontribute to the success of the firm.

At Russell Kennedy, we respect and celebrate the things that make each of us different. The firm is dedicated to creating an environment that is characterised by equal access and respected participation of all groups and individuals. This is regardless of all differences, including culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity, age, religion, personal circumstances, physical features, abilities and disabilities, socioeconomics and sexual orientation.

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