Maddocks
Lawyer - Dispute Resolution & Litigation
To make a difference for our clients, each other and the community.
Consulting and Professional Services
Full-time
Office | Sydney, NSW, Australia
Visa sponsorship · No
Mid Level · A role for someone with some well-developed knowledge and skills they can bring to the role and team. Typically within 2-5 years of experience.
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Why Maddocks
Our brand and business reputation is successfully built on strong client relationships. Our customised service is based on a deep understanding of our clients' legal requirements in the context of their business objectives. We are highly regarded for our exceptional, practical legal services that add value to our clients' businesses.
Maddocks was established in 1885 and employs more than 600 people. We have one of the highest proportion of female partners (38.5%) and are recognised as leaders in gender equality in the legal industry in Australia.
About the role
We are currently looking for a Lawyer (2-4 year PQE) to join our innovative Dispute Resolution & Litigation team. In this role you will be involved in high volume litigated and unlitigated historic abuse claims for the State of NSW.
What you'll be responsible for
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Legal Document Drafting and Review
Draft and review legal documents, such as contracts and policies
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Organisation and Administration
Manage the smooth operation of projects and cases including filing documents, scheduling appointments, and organizing files and documents
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Legal Advice
Write advice and guidance to clients on a wide range of legal issues, including employment law, commercial law, and intellectual property law
Skills you'll need
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Prioritization
Compares and ranks the relative importance &/or urgency of different tasks to identify the best order of actions
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Decision Making
Considers the costs and benefits of potential actions and determines the most appropriate one
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Critical thinking
Identifies and synthesizes patterns and trends amongst various sources of information to reach a meaningful conclusion, perspective or insight
Meet the team
