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Lawyer - Prosecutions, Public Law & Administrative Law - Melbourne, Australia - Russell Kennedy Lawyers
Description
Lawyer - Prosecutions, Public Law & Administrative Law LAWYER - PROSECUTIONS, PUBLIC LAW & ADMINISTRATIVE LAWWe 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:
The preferred candidate will demonstrate a desire to work in Public Law and Litigation and have experience or knowledge of prosecutions or criminal procedure.
Other relevant litigation experience will also be considered.Our Firm and Culture
Russell Kennedy is acommercial law firm with more than 300 people in Melbourne and Sydney.
At Russell 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.
Russell Kennedy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is certified as a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.
The firm supports and promotes a range of initiatives including, the Russell Kennedy Women's Network and our Diversity and Inclusion committee, with 3 key focuses: Access RK (Accessibility and Disability), Kaleidoscope (Cultural Diversity) and (LGBTIQ+).
Russell Kennedy is committed to attracting and retaining the best talent available.We acknowledge the importance of work-life balance, each candidate has access to flexible work options and workplace adjustments including alternate formats where required.
If you require an adjustment during the recruitment process please contact Leanda Nissen on or or Carla Viglino on orFurther Information Any questions regarding this vacancy can be directed to Carla Viglino on or
For further information or to submit yourapplication for this position please visit the careers page on our website.
Please note any offer of employment made by Russell Kennedy Lawyers to thesuccessful candidate will be subject to a police check.
We are currentlyaccepting applications from direct applicants only.No agency referrals will beaccepted at this stage.#J-18808-Ljbffr
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