Johnson Winter & Slattery

agreement to acquire Senex

Energy’s Cooper Basin portfolio of assets for $87.5 million • AMP in high profile general protections proceedings before the Federal Court brought by a former employee and in-house legal counsel, Larissa Baker

Cook, whose employment with AMP was terminated for serious misconduct. The claim involves allegations of whistleblower complaints regarding the fee for no services issues arising from the Royal Banking

Commission • Aurora Travel in relation to threatened class action and series of related claims relating to the “Greg

Mortima” cruise ship which was affected by COVID-19 cases and became stranded off the coast of Uruguay • Plaintiffs in a class action against Swann Insurance and IAG, securing a settlement of $138 million (the second highest settlement in 2020).

What kind of pro bono work does the firm engage in?

We never lose sight of the responsibility of the legal profession in the broader community.

Our focus is on helping low income, disadvantaged or marginalised members of the Australian community and the organisations which support them. We work with many established and emerging charitable organisations taking over their legal issues so they are free to focus on helping the people and causes they support. Just a few of our pro bono clients include Desert PeaMedia, KYUP!, The Social Outfit, Be Centre, Council for Homeless Persons, Noah’s Ark, St Vincent de Paul Society Sydney, Legal Aid NSW and Mary’s House.

We have ongoing secondment arrangements with Marrickville Legal Centre, Youth Law Australia, Law Access and PIAC. We participate in a regular clinic advising self-represented persons involved in litigation in the Supreme and County Courts in Victoria, and accept legal briefs from Legal Aid NSW.

We also work closely with Justice Connect and Law Access to obtain referrals to assist numerous other charitable organisations with matters such as constitution reviews, mergers, lease disputes, obtaining Deductible Gift Recipient status, employment advice, privacy advice, defamation and contract disputes.

We are signed up to the National Pro Bono Target with the Australian Pro Bono Centre as a part of our ongoing commitment to the community.

CLERKSHIP INFORMATION

During which periods do you offer clerkships?

We offer three intakes over summer and winter: • Monday, 22 November 2021 to Friday, 17 December 2021 • Monday, 17 January 2022 to

Friday, 11 February 2022 • Monday, 27 June 2022 to

Friday, 22 July 2022

How many clerkship positions are available for 2021?

We usually take between 6-8 clerks in Perth over the summer and winter intakes.

What tasks do clerks usually undertake?

The day in the life of a clerk is learning in the flow of your work – you add value to our matters from day one: • There’s no limit to your exposure. You have the freedom to work closely with any partner and lawyer across all of our practice areas. • Be supported by a Mentoring Partner and

Buddy Graduate/Associate who will kick-start your learning experience. • Involvement in complex and challenging matters and see how they evolve. • You may learn something unexpected and unusual through detailed research in those matters and writing articles. • Honing in your skills by reviewing, proof-reading and drafting contracts and memorandums. • Supporting on the ground by attending and understanding the courts. • First-hand exposure to the inner workings of a matter by attending and sitting in on client calls and meetings.

What are some things students should avoid doing in their clerkship applications?

Be prepared and submit your application before the deadline. Our clerkship program is very competitive. Make sure you also give your application one last “fresh-eye” review before submitting to avoid any last minute errors.

Do you offer clerkships to non-penultimate year students?

Placements are offered to penultimate and final year law students.

GRADUATE JOB INFORMATION

What does your firm look for in a graduate?

If you are enthusiastic, driven to succeed and want to continually develop your skills, you’ll fit right in. We’re looking for graduates who have not only excelled academically, but have great communication skills, thrive in a collaborative environment and want to deliver legal advice to create the best outcomes for our clients.

How can students apply for a graduate position at your firm?

The best way to get into our graduate program is to join us as a clerk.

Apply to our clerkship program by submitting your CV, covering letter and current official academic transcript via cvMail, addressed to Renee Patu, our Professional Development Advisor.

INTERVIEWS

What does your firm like to see in a clerkship or graduate job interview? Candidates who are well prepared, have great communication skills and show a little bit of their personality. Interviews are a two-way street, so it’s important that you ask questions too, so you can choose the right firm for you.

How can students best prepare for an interview with your firm?

We are looking for candidates that have not only excelled academically, but who will fit with our people and culture. Make sure you tell us why you want to work for us and why you are a great fit. We want to know about your previous work experience, university studies, other achievements and any other experiences you want to share with us – so come prepared.

Of course, we’ll also have a few behavioral questions. It might help to do a little research on common interview questions and have a think about your responses before we meet.

CASUAL/ PART TIME EMPLOYMENT

Does your firm offer any casual or part-time employment?

We offer part-time roles to our incoming graduates, giving you the opportunity to gain practical experience during your final year of university.

How can students find these opportunities and apply?

Once you have signed up to our graduate program, just let us know if you are interested in a part-time or casual role. We’ll also reach out to you if we feel there is a particular opportunity that we think would support your career goals.

Working at Jones Day…

One Firm Worldwide®

Jones Day is a global law firm with more than 2,500 lawyers in 42 offices across five continents. The Firm is distinguished by: a singular tradition of client service; the mutual commitment to, and the seamless collaboration of, a true partnership; formidable legal talent across multiple disciplines and jurisdictions; and shared professional values that focus on client needs.

The Firm’s 125 years of sustained growth—in experience, reputation and successful client interaction—have been built by its dedication to a ‘One Firm Worldwide’ philosophy, which fosters the creation of interoffice and cross-practice teams, assembled to ensure that clients receive the best possible guidance and representation, without regard to barriers conventionally imposed by geography, borders, time zones or language.

Australia

Jones Day’s presence in Australia has grown significantly. The Firm has added new offices in Melbourne, Perth and Brisbane over the last five years in addition to our office in Sydney, reflecting our commitment to expanding our service to the Australian market.

Our lawyers work in a dynamic and stimulating multidisciplinary environment by collaborating with colleagues from different practices and different offices worldwide.

We continue to attract many of the legal industry’s most highly regarded and sought-after lawyers while maintaining our focus on promoting internal talent through the ranks.

The New Lawyers Group

Jones Day recognizes that many law students leave law school not knowing which practice they want to enter. We also believe that a more well-rounded lawyer is a better lawyer and that a wide range of experience is valuable to a new lawyer. Accordingly, many years ago Jones Day created the New Lawyers Group, which allows new associates to gain exposure to different practice areas and lawyering styles at the Firm before making a commitment to a specific-practice.

We provide extensive training through the New Lawyers program. Each year, we endeavor to bring together new associates from across the Firm at the “New Lawyers Academy” in Washington for three days of hands-on training and meetings with Firm leaders. In addition to helping them understand Jones Day’s culture, organization and operation, the Academy gives our new lawyers the opportunity to meet their peers in the Firm’s other offices. Graduate and Clerkship Program

We run clerkship programs at Jones Day across our offices in Australia that offer selected positions to talented students who are in their penultimate year of university. We give our clerks real work for real clients, to provide them an opportunity to learn what the practice of law at a large firm is all about. Providing challenging assignments also allows us to assess clerks’ potential to deliver first-rate legal services and to flourish in Jones Day’s culture. We aim for clerks to become future graduates of the Firm.

Applications

We run a Summer Clerkship program in Sydney and applications and recruitment dates follow the NSW Law Society Guidelines.

Opening date: 8 June 2021 Closing date: 11.59 pm on 4 July 2021

Applications must be made online.

Please visit us at www.jonesdaycareers.com/australia and follow the links to the relevant page.

For further information regarding our recruitment programs, the application process or the interview process, please visit our website at www.jonesday.com.

Jones Day

Central Park - Level 51 152 - 158 St Georges Terrace Perth WA 6000

43 offices globally, 4 offices in Australia - Sydney, Brisbane, Perth and Melbourne https://www.jonesday.com/en/careers

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Global Disputes, Labour & Employment, Energy

ABOUT THE FIRM

What are your firm’s core values?

Jones Day’s key differentiator is that we are One Firm Worldwide. This means shared values, shared methodologies and a shared commitment to superior client service. Teamwork, respect for and from colleagues, and shared credit are essential and form the Firm’s core values. Every facet of the Firm is structured to promote an environment that’s client-focused and team oriented.

How would you describe your firm’s culture?

As a Jones Day graduate, you will have the chance to work closely with the Perth Partners and Associates, who are widely recognised as some of the leading lawyers in the country. The size and structure of the Perth office means you will quickly become a key member of the team while being exposed to a wide variety of complex work, both domestic and cross-border. You will also be deeply involved with our other Australian and international offices. Jones Day is a global law firm with more than 2,500 lawyers in 42 offices across five continents.

How does your firm distinguish itself from other law firms?

Our unique structure and philosophy of “One Firm Worldwide” fosters interoffice and cross-practice teams, assembled to ensure that clients receive the best possible guidance and representation, without regard to barriers conventionally imposed by geography, borders, time zones or language. Our global presence means we work on some of the largest and most complex matters across a wide variety of practice areas. Firmly part of this integrated network, our Perth office is recognised for its leading disputes presence, and its expanding front-end practice in the construction, energy and infrastructure sectors.

What significant work has your firm recently undertaken?

Our clients include Australian and multi-national companies across a range of industry sectors including financial services, energy and resources, pharmaceuticals and biotechnology, technology and telecommunications, health care, agriculture, retail and consumer goods, manufacturing, and chemicals. Our lawyers in Australia represent these clients in a variety of practice areas including mergers and acquisitions, private equity, capital markets and securities law, company and commercial advice and transactions, employment and employee benefits, intellectual property, litigation, restructuring and insolvency, energy and resources, and competition law.

What kind of pro bono work does the firm engage in?

Through our “One Firm Worldwide” ethos, Jones Day’s Australia offices participate in the Firm’s global pro bono initiatives which often involve high profile issues of international importance. We also participate in domestic initiatives to contribute to the local community.

GRADUATE JOB INFORMATION

What does your firm look for in a graduate?

We are looking for exceptional and independent individuals with strong analytical and communication skills. Apart from strong academic achievements, it is important to demonstrate an ability to deal effectively with people in a professional environment. You should be flexible and creative in your approach to work, and be able to work cooperatively and responsibly in a team setting.

How can students apply for a graduate position at your firm?

Graduates at Jones Day’s Perth office typically commence employment at Jones Day as