Solicitor - Commonwealth Government - Melbourne

1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Hwle Lawyers Full time

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We have an opportunity for a high performing Solicitor to join our highly regarded Commonwealth Government Melbourne practice, led by Sarah Thompson.
This team works in government and administrative law, conducting judicial and merits review on behalf of the Commonwealth government in a range of litigation matters.
You will be a part of a local team of 5 lawyers and 2 paralegals and a national team of 3 Partners, 17 lawyers and 10 paralegals.
You'll get direct client access and scope to team up with our national colleagues.
This is a unique opportunity to take your career to the next level and be a part of a growing practice.
You'll be busy with
Manage a high-volume litigation practice on behalf of the Commonwealth Government
Provide advice on prospects of success
Prepare court documents in accordance with court deadlines
Undertake solicitor advocacy in the Federal Courts and Administrative Review Tribunal
To succeed in this role, ideally you'll have
1-3 years post admission experience within litigation
previous government or migration experience viewed favourably
good interpersonal and communication skills to be able to deal with clients and other parties
excellent document drafting and advice writing skills
What we offer
Unrivalled career pathways:Our meritocracy model offers career development based solely on merit.
Our size, range of experience and competitive pricing model will provide you with everything you need to succeed.
Our solicitor-to-partner ratio enables greater mentoring and client engagement.
Our 180 day career forecasting sessions provide the platform to fast-track your progression.
Location:Our cutting-edge office is located in the heart of the Melbourne CBD with modern facilities.
Culture:Friendly and down-to-earth culture.
Prestige:Join a firm consistently ranked at the forefront of the Australian legal market.
How to apply
To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter via the 'Apply' link.
Applicants must have full working rights in Australia and a valid practising certificate to apply.
HWL Ebsworth also strongly encourages applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
HWL Ebsworth strives to create an inclusive environment where our people want and feel comfortable bringing their entire selves to work.
Varied perspectives contribute to our collective success, so whatever your background, we'd love to hear from you and encourage you to apply.
If you have accessibility requirements that will enable you to participate equitably in our recruitment process, please reach out to for a confidential discussion.
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