At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our Dispute Resolution & Litigation team and tackle diverse legal challenges.
- Company: Modern Australian law firm with a stellar reputation and collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Flexible work, career development, wellbeing programs, and competitive parental leave.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace with a focus on community involvement and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make an impact in high-profile cases while growing your legal skills.
- Qualifications: 1-2 years of litigation experience and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 64350 - 78650 $ per year.
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.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Lawyer (1-2 year PQE) to join our well-regarded Dispute Resolution & Litigation team and build their career in a busy and high performing practice. You will be involved in a diverse range of litigation matters, including commissions and inquiries, historic abuse claims, contract disputes, defamation matters and various regulatory matters, providing sound and practical advice for public sector clients. The work is complex and challenging which will see you working alongside Partner Rosalie Bryne and other exceptional litigators and like-minded professionals in a collaborative team environment. You will be recognised for personal achievements and receive mentoring from senior team members to ensure your professional skills continue to grow and develop.
Day To Day Responsibilities:
- Conducting legal research and preparing advice
- Drafting court documents, submissions and correspondence
- Preparing briefs and evidence
- Assisting with hearings, conferences and mediations
- Assisting with discovery and document review processes
- Working directly with clients and counsel
About You:
- 1-2 years’ post admission experience, ideally in litigation, disputes or government law
- Strong technical, drafting and research skills including excellent attention to detail
- Impressive academic qualifications
- An engaging manner with excellent communication skills at all levels
- A proactive approach and a desire to learn
In return, you will have the opportunity to join a well-regarded team with exposure to complex and high-profile work.
Why join Maddocks?
- 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 Silver Employer at the Australian Workplace Equality Index's 2024 LGBTQ Inclusion Awards.
- 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.
To be eligible for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia.
Lawyer – Dispute Resolution and Litigation in Canberra employer: Maddocks
Maddocks is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and supportive work culture, particularly within our Public Law team in Melbourne. We prioritise employee growth through comprehensive training and development opportunities, including mentorship for junior lawyers, ensuring that you can thrive in your career while making a meaningful impact on both government and private clients.
