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Key requirements
1-2 years of PQE Desire to learn about Commonwealth government litigation and disputes work and to develop their career in this area Excellent analytical and communication skills Strong organisational, time-management and multi-tasking skills
TrendsThe role
Thomsons is seeking a Lawyer with 1-2 years of PQE to join their Dispute Resolution team in Canberra. This role focuses on government litigation and disputes, working alongside partners Melanie McKean, Rob Andersen, and Tom Gaffney on a variety of complex matters for Commonwealth government clients.
What you'll do
- Draft advices, pleadings, submissions, correspondence and briefs
- Work on matters in which junior and senior counsel are briefed
- Attend high level meetings with clients, counsel and opponents
- Attend and appear in Court, settlement conferences and mediations
- Work on interesting and challenging pro bono matters
- Receive feedback, support and mentoring from senior members of the team
What we're looking for
1-2 years of PQE
Desire to learn about Commonwealth government litigation and disputes work and to develop their career in this area
Excellent analytical and communication skills
Strong organisational, time-management and multi-tasking skills
A high level of attention to detail
A proactive approach to managing their work and exercising considerable autonomy within a supportive team
Holds, or eligible to obtain, a security clearance from the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency
Experience working in acting in civil, administrative or commercial litigation and disputes, with experience in ACT or Federal Courts and Tribunals· nice to have
Experience working for or in a Commonwealth government agency, including experience in front-end legal, commercial, contracting or contract administration roles· nice to have
Benefits
Flexible working
Generous parental leave
Flu vaccinations and skin checks annually
Full study assistance framework with leave
Sophisticated employee assistance program
Corporate discounts
A variety of social activities including EOFY and end of year functions
Sporting teams
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