Springboard: 2017 Careers Guide

CAREERS GUIDE SPRINGBOARD 2017

QUT law society inc.

Careers guide springboard 2017 acknowledgements The QUT Law Society’s annual Careers Guide publication would not have been possible without the support of its sponsors as well as its dedicated Media & Communication team.

Sponsors: Allens Linklaters, Clayton Utz, McCullough Robertson, Johnson Winter & Slattery, MinterEllison, Thomson Geer, QUT PLT, Ashurst, Herbert Smith Freehills, King & Wood Mallesons, Corrs Chambers Westgarth, K&L Gates Acknowledgements must go to: Content Editors: Claudia Choi [Vice-President of Media & Communication] Royce Adcock [Designs Officer] Visual Design and Formatting: Claudia Choi [Vice-President of Media & Communication] Royce Adcock [Designs Officer] Article Writers: Megan Dudley [Publications Officer] Disclaimer: The QUT Law Society apologises for any errors or mistakes which may have been made within this publication and does not take any responsibility for such errors. The QUT Law Society recommends students do not solely rely on this publication for information Further, the information provided in this publication is subject to change, please take caution and visit the website or contact the source for confirmation and updates.

Welcome to springboard 2017 QUT Law Society’s annual careers guide Springboard is a roadmap, helping you on the path to success. Law school can sometimes be tricky and stressful, particularly when it comes to choosing where you want your studies to take you. Studying law does not necessarily mean you must become a lawyer, there are endless opportunities that come with legal education.

Within these pages lie comprehensive material for those looking to advance into their next stage of professional development – specifically those approaching clerkship and graduate year. Springboard provides information on a range of different possibilities within diverse and challenging environments that you may strike a particular interest in.

QUT Law Society aims to offer insight into what is required to take that next step, what you need to do, and who you should talk to. We have compiled the profiles of many firms, financial firms, government departments, not-for-profit organisations and other businesses, so YOU can have that headstart when entering the job market.

We do recommend that once you find an opportunity which ignites your interest, you undertake further investigation and own research to confirm what you need. Springboard is intended as a guide, prepared by students for students, based on what we think is the most important information you should know when looking to the future.

QUT Law Society wishes you all the best in your future endeavours and successes – anything is possible!

Contents Introduction 7 From your presidnt 8 clerkship and graduate program basics 9 Comments from clerks & graduates 10 INTERVIEW TIPS

Law Firms 13 Allens full profile on pages 28−29 13 ANDERSON FREDERICKS TURNER full profile on page 30 13 Arnold Bloch Leibler 13 Ashurst full profile on pages 32−33 14 Baker McKenzie full profile on pages 34−35 14 BARRY.NILSSON. full profile on page 37 14 Bennett & Philp 14 Clarke Kann Lawyers 15 Clayton Utz full profile on pages 38−39 15 Colin, Biggers and Paisley 15 Cooper Grace Ward full profile on page 40 15 Corrs Chambers Westgarth full profile on pages 42-43 16 DibbsBarker 16 DLA Piper full profile on page 44 16 Gadens Lawyers full profile on page 47 16 Gilbert and Tobin

18 Girgenti lawyers 18 Harmer’s Workplace Lawyers 18 Harwood Andrews Lawyers 18 Herbert Smith Freehills full profile on pages 48−49 19 Hogan Lovells 19 Holding Redlich 19 HopgoodGanim LAWYERS full profile on pages 50−51 19 HWL Ebsworth Lawyers full profile on page 52 20 Johnson Winter & Slattery full profile on pages 54−55 20 K&L Gates full profile on page 56 20 King & Wood Mallesons full profile on pages 58−59 20 MacDonnells 21 Maurice Blackburn full profile on page 61 21 McCullough Robertson full profile on pages 62−63 21 McInnes Wilson full profile on page 64 21 Mills Oakley Lawyers 23 MinterEllison full profile on pages 66−67 23 Norton Rose Fulbright 23 Piper Alderman 23 Quinn & Scattini 24 QUT PLT full profile on page 69 24 Results Legal 24 Thomson Geer full profile on pages 70−71 25 Thynne Macartney

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Financial Firms 73 ANZ 73 BDO 73 Commonwealth Bank 75 Deloitte 75 Grant Thornton 75 KPMG 75 Macquarie Group 76 PricewaterhouseCoopers 76 Suncorp 76 Westpac

Other businesses 79 Accenture 79 Ernst & Young 79 Hassell Studio 79 Korda Mentha 80 Lendlease 80 New Hope Corporation 80 Rio Tinto 80 Santos 80 Telstra

PUBLIC SECTOR 83 ASIC 83 ASIO 83 Australian Signals Directorate 83 Australian Taxation Office 83 Comcare 84 Department of Agriculture,

Fisheries and Forestry 84 Department of Communication and

the arts 84 Department of the Environment and energy 84 Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade 84 Department of Health 85 Department of Human Services 85 Department of Industry,

innovation and science 85 Department of Infrastructure and

Regional Development 85 Queensland Treasury

not-for-profit 87 ARTS LAW CENTRE OF AUSTRALIA full profile on page 91 87 AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE OF

INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS 87 BAYSIDE COMMUNITY LEGAL CENTRE 87 CAXTON LEGAL CENTRE 87 COMMUNITY LEGAL CENTRES QUEENSLAND full profile on page 92 88 COURT NETWORK 88 LESBIAN GAY BISEXUAL TRANS INTERSEX

LEGAL SERVICE INC. full profile on page 93 88 NUNDAH COMMUNITY LEGAL CENTRE full profile on page 94 88 PINE RIVERS COMMUNITY LEGAL SERVICE 88 PRISONERS’ LEGAL SERVICE 89 REFUGEE AND IMMIGRATION LEGAL

SERVICE (RAILS) full profile on page 95 89 WOMEN’S LEGAL SERVICE

Visit www.allens.com.au/careers, www.linklaters.com/ukgrads and www.linklaters.com/hkcareers to find out more.

From your president On behalf of the QUT Law Society, it is my pleasure to introduce to you the 2017 edition of the QUTLS ‘Springboard’ Careers Guide.

A QUT law or justice degree is a first class ticket to a myriad of career destinations as it equips students with a skill-set that is highly sought after by employers within any discipline. While many of you may have aspirations to foster a career as a professional lawyer, others may be contemplating an entirely different career path.

Looking ahead and planning for success is something that can be lost amidst the amount of work we have on our plates, but it is something that we should all be mindful of. With this in mind, the 2017 QUTLS Careers Guide has been produced to help students gain an understanding of the various opportunities available when faced with the important decision of what career direction to choose beyond university.

A career is one of the biggest decisions that most people will ever have to make in their lives and should not be made half-heartedly. As I move into my final year of study, I know that I will be asking myself the following questions: Why did I choose to study law? What area of law am I passionate about? What kind of career will make me want to get up in the morning? Where do I see myself in the short, medium and long-term future and what do I have to do to get there?

This year’s Careers Guide contains a number of articles and profiles written by legal professionals as well as a plethora of information and opportunities. The Guide and accompanying publications such as the First Year Guide, serve as invaluable resources and are must-reads for every QUT law student.

Don’t forget to mark the Annual QUTLS Meet the Profession on Wednesday 15 March 2017, MinterEllison Women in Law evening on 28 March 2017 and other professional events hosted by the QUTLS in your diaries. These events will provide you with a fantastic opportunity to network with the various professionals you may one day work alongside, and you will also be given the opportunity to meet with some of the contributors and sponsors in this guide.

This year’s publication would not be possible without the support of our corporate sponsors.

Accordingly, I would like to thank our major sponsors, QUT Practical Legal Training, Thomson Geer, Clayton Utz, MinterEllison, Allens Linklaters, McCullough Robertson and Johnson Winter & Slattery.

Finally, I would also like to thank Claudia Choi, our Vice-President of Media and Communication, for her incredible leadership and tireless commitment to ensuring this year’s publication was both timely and comprehensive. I would also like to acknowledge the other members of our Core Executive Committee which consist of: Alastair Page (Executive Vice-President), Sarah Nguyen (Secretary), and Courtney Brown (Treasurer). Without them, this Careers Guide would not be possible.

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clerkship and graduate program basics Clerkship Every year, pre-penultimate and penultimate students get the opportunity to put a foot in the door at many law firms. A clerkship is a vacation program that allows students to diversify their legal knowledge through application in practical scenarios over the course of around four weeks (depending on the firm). You can apply for clerkships from March 2017 for placements in the following year.

If you are serious about landing a clerkship, you should ensure that you spend time perfecting your application, as firms will receive a number of these. If your cover letter isn’t the best it can be, you will not maximise your chances of securing a position. Your cover letter is designed to give the reader an insight into the best areas of your studies and previous employment history.

If you are one of the lucky few who get a clerkship at that firm - congratulations! You will be part of an organisation that will give you an amazing scope of new knowledge and skills. However, if you are not lucky enough to be able to secure a clerkship, don’t stress! Success in the legal industry comes in many different shapes and sizes. Whilst being a clerk provides you with a higher chance of securing a graduate position, there are still alternative pathways to pursue.

Graduate Positions A graduate position is a full-time employment opportunity that is offered to commence after your graduation date. Graduate positions are usually offered to students who have previously clerked at the firm, however, many firms also recruit through an open market process. A graduate position is the perfect job to begin your legal career as you are often paired with a mentor or ‘buddy’ for a certain period of time. This mentor can guide you through any difficulties you may face.

Applications for graduate positions for many firms open in August this year for intake at the start of the following year. Although this time of year is very common for graduate applications, it is important to remember that graduate positions can arise at any time. If you are unsuccessful in obtaining a graduate position in a top-tier firm, it may be useful to keep an eye out for any opportunities that may arise at mid-tier and boutique law firms.

Like clerkships, if you are unsuccessful in securing a graduate opportunity, don’t stress! There is always an alternate pathway to where you want to go.

Clerkship and graduate programs can often be an incredibly daunting time - you’re heading out into the real world of legal practice. Unlike an episode of Suits, clerks and graduates don’t always come prepared for what the job may throw at them. Although you won’t have Louis Litt scolding you for poor performance and inefficiency, it is always better to come into a new position with knowledge and tips. For that reason, we have asked some QUT law students who have clerked recently about their experiences (see page 9).

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Comments from clerks & graduates Maddie Depace “Being a clerk was a significant learning curve - it meant putting my years of study into practice. I have learnt to always carry a notepad and pen around the office because lawyers can spring work on you at any time. When taking notes, make sure you record them clearly and ask for clarification if there is anything you are unsure about. Lawyers run on deadlines, so make sure you ask them when they need a task completed by and if it’s urgent. This will help you prioritise your workload - a must have skill! Also, don’t forget to ask for the file number!”

Georgia Starky “I can safely say I learnt more about the legal profession and working as a lawyer in my four week clerkship than I did in two years of studying straight law. My legal research and communication skills greatly improved and I was able to see first hand how vital these skills are, rather than actual knowledge of the law. My advice is to be upfront and proactive in communicating with the lawyers giving you work – if you already have a couple of urgent tasks, tell them you don’t have capacity right now. If you don’t understand a task, ask the lawyer right away – they will appreciate this far more than if you come back 10 minutes later with a bunch of questions or if you misinterpret the question and waste time doing the task wrong. Also don’t feel bad about leaving on time – if you’ve finished your work, go home!”

Anonymous Graduate Student “Back in law school I would roll my eyes or let out an involuntary groan whenever I heard anything to do with wellness. It didn’t seem relevant to me, most probably because I was for the most part happy and well. Now, one year into my graduate program at a top tier law firm – the importance of it has increased multiple-fold. I’m working in a high pressure and all encompassing work environment, with driven and intelligent people and there are days, weeks and months where I feel enormous amounts of self-doubt, displacement and pretension. In trying to reconcile these feelings, I’ve come to appreciate how essential self-care is and communing with others who you identify with and offer support.”

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interview tips We’ve all heard about how hard it is to get a position in a law firm – regardless of whether you’re a clerk or a graduate. There can often be a significant amount of candidates for only a handful of positions. It is critical at the interview stage to make a positive and lasting impression on the interviewer so you are able to stand out among the crowd. To ensure you are putting your best foot forward, follow these interview tips.

1. Research The Firm Before you head into your interview, make sure you adequately research the firm. You never know what questions the interviewer may ask. You might be asked express why you are interested in their practice areas, or how you can make a difference within their firm. The information you will find will also empower you to formulate effective answers to any question they may throw at you.

2. Understand the role When interviewing for clerkships and graduate positions, the importance of understanding the role can often be overlooked. A substantial amount of applicants often consider a clerkship or a graduate position as a generic opportunity that is offered as standard across firms. However, the role can vary across different firms and across different industries. As you can see in this guide, law firms are not the only companies who offer clerkship and graduate opportunities. A solid understanding of the role you are applying for will assist you in providing tailored responses to any interview question.

Often around this time of year, firms will be interviewing a fair amount of people. The best weapon you could have to stand out is tailored responses.

3. Prepare Preparation is the key to a successful interview. The biggest negative indicator that can show an interviewer that you are not the right person for the job is an inability to directly and concisely answer interview questions. If you spend at least 10 minutes prior to an interview researching commonly asked interview questions for the position you are going for, you will have a great advantage over other applicants who haven’t prepared as such. You should also be prepared to not only answer a question but link it to your experience and the position you are applying for.

For example, a question about how you can interact with clients can relate to past customer service experience, and your ability to carry out the position by being personable in a professional environment.

4. Ask Questions Asking questions shows the interviewer that you are interested in the position, and that you are knowledgeable about the job itself. Always have a couple of questions prepared to ask that suits the tone of the interview. A good starting point is to ask about the corporate culture of the workplace.

Otherwise, you may have questions arise during the course of the interview that you can ask at the end. It is critical to remember that there are some questions that portray you as an unfavourable candidate. For example, question that relate to pay, other candidates and career progression can indicate a lack of passion for the job advertised.

If you follow these four tips, in addition to your own interview research, you will be able to put yourself in the best possible position for that dream clerkship or graduate position.

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As a junior lawyer, your enthusiasm is in overdrive. Everything is interesting. You have a million questions for everyone. You want to be the best. And for me, I wanted to be the best lawyer and leader I could be.

Right now I’m a corporate and tax lawyer, buying and selling companies, structuring investments and having the occasional battle with the ATO.

STAY TRUE.

So, a little while after I started at Clayton Utz, I joined the social committee. A powerful assembly fuelled by lunchtime pizzawielding lawyers making important decisions like choosing the Christmas party theme. They knew I liked pizza, but had no idea I was gay. You see, I wasn’t out at work yet and this became a genuine source of anxiety for a good two years.

But In May 2015 this all changed...

To listen to Luke’s full story, go to: claytonutz.com/graduates Academic brilliance certainly counts, but graduates who thrive here have something extra – a natural passion for connecting with people and a strong sense of self. That’s what staying true is all about. If you have these qualities, Clayton Utz is for you.

Law Firms

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Allens www.allens.com.au Level 26, 480 Queen St, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

student.careers@allens.com.au Clerkship Program: Opens 27 February, close 20 March.

Graduate Program: See website for more information and updates.

See pages 28-29 for a full copy of Allen Linklater’s profile.

anderson Fredericks Turner www.aftlawyers.com.au Level 10, 420 George St, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

contact@aft.legal Clerkship Program: Graduate Program:

No fixed times for recruitment.

No fixed times for recruitment.

See page 30 for a full copy of Anderson Fredericks Turner’s profile.

arnold bloch leibler www.abl.com.au Level 21, 333 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000 Programs

Clerkship Program: Graduate Program: Indigenous Student Cadetship:

Melbourne: see website.

Sydney: see website.

See website for more information and updates.

See website for more information and updates.

ashurst www.ashurst.com Level 38, 123 Eagle St, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

Kate Medlen: graduate.programs@ashurst.com Clerkship Program: Opens 27 February, closes 20 March.

Graduate Program: Generally acquired through the clerkship program. See profile for more information.

See pages 32-33 for a full copy of Ashurst’s profile.

Disclaimer: Information provided is subject to change. Visit website for confirmation and updates.

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Baker McKenzie www.bakermckenzie.com Level 27, AMP Centre, 50 Bridge Street, Sydney NSW 2000 Contact Programs

Melbourne - Joshua Crook: joshua.crook@bakermckenzie.com Sydney - Angelique Wanner: angelique.wanner@bakermckenzie.com Clerkship Program: Brisbane: N/A Melbourne: opens 9am 10 July, closes 11.59pm 13 August.

Sydney: opens 9am 15 June, closes 11.59pm 16 July.

Graduate Program: See profile for more information.

See pages 34-35 for a full copy of Baker McKenzie’s profile.

Barry.Nilsson. www.bnlaw.com.au Level 21, 215 Adelaide St, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

Katie Guarrera: katie.guarrera@bnlaw.com.au Clerkship Program: Closes 20 March.

Graduate Program: Generally acquired through the clerkship program. See profile for more information.

See page 37 for a full copy of Barry.Nilsson.’s profile.

Bennett & Philp www.bennettphilp.com.au Level 13, 15 Adelaide St, Brisbane QLD 4001 Contact Programs

careers@bennettphilp.com.au Clerkship Program: See website for more information and updates.

Graduate Program: See website for more information and updates.

Clarke Kann Lawyers www.clarkekann.com.au Level 7, 300 Queen Street, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

ck@clarkekann.com.au Clerkship Program: N/A Graduate Program: See website for more information and updates.

Disclaimer: Information provided is subject to change. Visit website for confirmation and updates.

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Clayton Utz www.claytonutz.com Riparian Plaza, Level 28, 71 Eagle St, Brisbane City QLD 4000 Contact Programs

Alison Tassiou: atassiou@claytonutz.com Clerkship Program: Opens 27 February, closes 9am 20 March Graduate Program: Generally acquired through the clerkship program. See profile for more information.

See page 38-39 for a full copy of Clayton Utz’s profile.

Colin Biggers & Paisley www.cbp.com.au Level 35 Waterfront Place, 1 Eagle Street, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

law@cbp.com.au Clerkship Program: Graduate Program:

N/A. Brisbane: opens 7 August, closes 14 August.

Melbourne: opens 11 August, closes 27 August.

Sydney: opens 1 March, closes 14 April.

Cooper Grace Ward www.cgw.com.au Level 21, 400 George Street, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

www.cgw.com.au/careers Graduate Development Opens 1 September, closes 15 September.

(Clerkship) Program:

See page 40 for a full copy of Cooper Grace Ward’s profile.

Corrs Chambers Westgarth www.corrs.com.au Level 42, 111 Eagle St, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

Tania Daly : tania.daly@corrs.com.au Clerkship Program: Opens 27 February, Closes 20 March.

Graduate Program: Opens 7 August, closes 14 August.

See page 42-43 for a full copy of Corrs Chambers Westgarth’s profile.

Disclaimer: Information provided is subject to change. Visit website for confirmation and updates.

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DibbsBarker www.dibbsbarker.com Central Plaza Two, Central Plaza, 66 Eagle St, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

careers@dibbsbarker.com Clerkship Program: See website for more information and updates.

Graduate Program: See website for more information and updates.

DLA Piper www.dlapiper.com Level 9, 480 Queen St, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

ClerkshipsAU@dlapiper.com Clerkship Program: Opens 27 February, closes 9am 20 March.

Graduate Program: Generally acquired through the clerkship program. See profile for more information.

See page 44 for a full copy of DLA Piper’s profile.

Gadens www.gadens.com Level 11, 111 Eagle Street, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

info.qld@gadens.com Clerkship Program: N/A Graduate Program: Opens mid-August.

See page 47 for a full copy of Gaden’s profile.

Gilbert + Tobin www.gtlaw.com.au Level 35, Tower Two, International Towers Sydney, 200 Barangaroo Avenue, Barangaroo NSW 2000 Contact Programs

Clerkship Program: Graduate Program: Sydney Indigenous Cadet Program:

Sydney: opens 15 June, closes 11.59pm 16 July.

Melbourne: opens July, closes August.

Perth: opens 18 July, closes 5 August.

See website for more information and updates.

Opens April, closes late June.

Disclaimer: Information provided is subject to change. Visit website for confirmation and updates.

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Girgenti lawyers girgentilawyers.com.au Level 1, 10 Eagle St, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

info@girgentilawyers.com.au Clerkship Program: See website for more information and updates.

Graduate Program: See website for more information and updates.

Harmer’s Workplace Lawyers harmers.com.au Level 19, 10 Eagle St, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

info@harmers.com.au Clerkship Program: Brisbane: N/A Melbourne: N/A Sydney: opens 15 June, closes 11.59pm 17 July.

Harwood Andrews Lawyers harwoodandrews.com.au Level 5, 707 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3008 Contact Programs

hr@ha.legal Clerkship Program: Graduate Program:

See website for more information and updates.

See website for more information and updates.

Herbert Smith Freehills www.herbertsmithfreehills.com 480 Queen St, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

Tanya Dunbabin: Tanya.Dunbabin@hsf.com Clerkship Program: Opens 27 February, closes 20 March.

Graduate Program: Generally acquired through the clerkship program.

See profile for more information.

See page 48-49 for a full copy of Herbert Smith Freehills’ profile.

Disclaimer: Information provided is subject to change. Visit website for confirmation and updates.

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Hogan Lovells www.hoganlovells.com Level 17, 20 Martin Place, Sydney NSW 2000 Contact Programs

+61 2 9093 3500 Clerkship Program: Graduate Program:

See website for more information and updates.

See website for more information and updates.

Holding Redlich www.holdingredlich.com Level 1, 300 Queen St, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

Justine Casey: brisbaneclerkships@holdingredlich.com Clerkship Program: See website for more information and updates.

Graduate Program: See website for more information and updates.

HopgoodGanim Lawyers ww.hopgoodganim.com.au Level 8, Waterfront Place, 1 Eagle Street, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

Lisa Stockwell: l.stockwell@hopgoodganim.com.au Clerkship Program: Opens 27 February, closes 20 March.

Graduate Program: Generally acquired through the clerkship program.

See profile for more information.

See page 50-51 for a full copy of HopgoodGanim’s profile.

HWL Ebsworth Lawyers www.hwlebsworth.com.au Level 19, 480 Queen Street, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

Brisbane.Applications@hwle.com.au Clerkship Program: Opens 27 February, closes 20 March.

Graduate Program: Opens 7 August, closes 14 August.

See page 52 for a full copy of HWL Ebsworth’s profile.

Disclaimer: Information provided is subject to change. Visit website for confirmation and updates.

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Johnson Winter & Slattery www.jws.com.au Level 29, 111 Eagle Street, Queen St, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

+61 7 3002 2555 Clerkship Program: Graduate Program:

Brisbane: opens 27 February, closes 20 March N/A

See page 54-55 for a full copy of Johnson Winter & Slattery’s profile.

K&L Gates www.klgates.com Level 16, 66 Eagle St, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

+61 7 32331233 Graduate Program:

Opens 7 August, closes 9am 14 August.

See page 56 for a full copy of K&L Gates’ profile.

King & Wood Mallesons www.kwm.com Level 33 Waterfront Place 1 Eagle Street, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

Jill Stocker: jill.stocker@au.kwm.com Clerkship Program: Opens 27 February.

Graduate Program: See profile.

See page 58-59 for a full copy of King & Wood Mallesons’ profile.

MacDonnells www.macdonnells.com.au Level 9, 120 Edward St, Brisbane City 4000 Contact Programs

1800 632 930 Clerkship Program: Graduate Program:

See website for more information and updates.

See website for more information and updates.

Disclaimer: Information provided is subject to change. Visit website for confirmation and updates.

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Maurice Blackburn www.mauriceblackburn.com.au Level 8, 179 N Quay, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

Mariah Pollard: MPollard@mauriceblackburn.com.au Clerkship Program: Opens 9am 27 February, closes 9am 20 March.

Trainee Lawyer Opens 9am 7 August, close 9am 14 August.

Program:

See page 61 for a full copy of Maurice Blackburn’s profile.

McCullough Robertson www.mccullough.com.au Level 11, Central Plaza Two, 66 Eagle Street, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

Tara Elston: telston@mccullough.com.au Clerkship Program: Opens 27 February, closes 9am 20 March.

Graduate Program: Generally acquired through the clerkship program.

See profile for more information.

See page 62-63 for a full copy of McCullough Robertson’s profile.

McInnes Wilson www.mcw.com.au Level 23, 345 Queen St, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

recruitment@mcw.com.au Clerkship Program: Opens 1 March, closes 14 April.

Graduate Program: Opens 1 March, closes 14 April.

See page 64 for a full copy of McInnes Wilson’s profile.

Mills Oakley Lawyers www.millsoakley.com.au Level 14, 145 Ann St, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

info@millsoakley.com.au Clerkship Program: See website for more information and updates.

Graduate Program: See website for more information and updates.

Disclaimer: Information provided is subject to change. Visit website for confirmation and updates.

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MinterEllison graduates.minterellison.com Waterfront Place, Level 22, 1 Eagle St, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

Ciara Phelan: ciara.phelan@minterellison.com Clerkship Program: Opens 27 February, closes 9am 20 March.

Graduate Program: Generally acquired through the clerkship program.

See profile for more information.

See page 66-67 for a full copy of MinterEllison’s profile.

Norton Rose Fulbright www.nortonrosefulbright.com Level 21, 111 Eagle Street, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

Katie Dunlop: katie.dunlop@nortonrosefulbright.com Clerkship Program: Brisbane: opens 1 March, closes 9am 21 March.

Melbourne: opens 11 July, closes 14 August.

Perth: opens 18 July, closes 5 August.

Sydney: opens 15 June, closes 17 July.

Graduate Program: Generally acquired through the clerkship program.

See website for more information.

Piper Alderman www.piperalderman.com.au Level 36, 123 Eagle St, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

Aredy Maoudis: amaoudis@piperalderman.com.au Clerkship Program: See webite.

Graduate Program:

Generally acquired through the clerkship program.

See website for more information.

Quinn & Scattini www.qslaw.com.au Level 2, 102 Adelaide Street, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

careers@qslaw.com.au Graduate Program: See website for more information and updates.

Disclaimer: Information provided is subject to change. Visit website for confirmation and updates.

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QUT PLT www.qut.edu.au/study/legal-practice C Block, Level 3, 2 George St, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

law_enquiries@qut.edu.au PLT Program: January start (apply by 14 December.

March start (apply by 14 February).

July start (apply by 14 June).

September start (apply by 14 August).

See page 69 for a full copy of QUT PLT’s profile.

Results legal www.resultslegal.com.au 4/183 N Quay, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

info@resultslegal.com.au Clerkship Program: Currently open, closes 20 March.

Graduate Program: Generally acquired through the clerkship program.

See website for more information.

Slater & Gordon www.slatergordon.com.au 192 Ann Street, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

Careers@slatergordon.com.au Graduate Program: See website for more information and updates.

Thomson Geer ww.tglaw.com.au Level 16, Waterfront Place 1 Eagle Street, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

Danielle Schmidt: dschmidt@tglaw.com.au Clerkship Program: Opens 27 February, closes 20 March.

Graduate Program: Generally acquired through the clerkship program.

See profile for more information.

See page 70-71 for a full copy of Thomson Geer’s profile.

Disclaimer: Information provided is subject to change. Visit website for confirmation and updates.

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Thynne + Macartney www.thymac.com.au Level 19, Central Plaza Two, 66 Eagle Street, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

mail@thymac.com.au Clerkship Program: See website for more information and updates.

Graduate Program: See website for more information and updates.

Tucker & Cowen www.tuckercowen.com.au Level 15, 15 Adelaide Street, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

mail@tuckercowen.com.au Graduate Program: See website for more information and updates.

Disclaimer: Information provided is subject to change. Visit website for confirmation and updates.

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Corrs is a different kind of law firm and a different kind of employer. Our culture celebrates individuals who can bring unique experiences and perspectives to the table. We want big picture thinkers and we invest heavily in our people with genuine opportunities for personal and professional growth. It’s why we’re consistently rated as an award-winning employer. At Corrs, you can make an immediate impact working on some of the biggest deals in the Asia Pacific. And you’ll be guided by some of Australia’s leading lawyers every step of the way.

GENEVA SEKULA At the start of 2015 when my law school was abuzz with the prospect of completing clerkships, I had not decided if I was even going to apply.

I had heard a lot about cocktail nights and canapés and interviews, but I didn’t know much about what completing a clerkship actually entailed or why I should sacrifice my beloved summer holidays to do one. Having spent the summer at Allens, I can definitely recommend doing a clerkship. It’s an invaluable way to see the inner workings of a commercial firm.

opportunity to experience first-hand how commercial law operates in a different legal system. I had some memorable experiences zipping through Saigon traffic on a motorbike and visiting tourist hotspots; certainly different to the weekends I would have been having at home!

Although I didn’t come back particularly fluent in business Vietnamese, I definitely came home with a broader international perspective on commercial law, and felt privileged to have been able to experience life in one of the Asian offices.

I was unspeakably nervous on the first day of my first rotation. I had never worked in a law firm before and I was concerned that I didn’t remember an awful lot from my first year Contracts class at university.

I needn’t have worried. That first day I hardly got through any work because the people in my team kept stopping by to say hello, have a chat and see how I was going with everything. I was amazed at how genuinely interested everyone was in getting to know me and making sure I was feeling confident in my work.

I was exposed to lots of different work during my time at Allens. I helped to draft letters, write research memos, conduct title searches, proofread contracts, and attend meetings, among many other things.

But the summer was much more than simply doing a job. It was an opportunity to learn the ins and outs of the firm and we went to a number of seminars which helped to shed more light on the culture of the firm. We heard about Allens’ pro bono work and presence in the community and about the alliance with Linklaters, we heard from a panel of partners who gave us insight into their career progression with the firm, and we heard from a panel of graduates who answered any and all of our questions. I attended Christmas parties (yes, plural), was invited to welcome yum cha, and had many, many coffee catch-ups with lawyers and other clerks. Beyond the legal work and the firm, the clerkship is a great way to expand your social networks. We also went to inter-firm trivia nights and the clerk cruise, and had lots of other opportunities to get to know each other, and the clerks at other firms.

This was indicative of the wider culture of the firm and I was deeply impressed by how supportive and enthusiastic everyone was, and how much time the lawyers were willing to take to explain tasks to me or answer my questions. The firm instigates a formal support network with a buddy, development lawyer and supervising partner, which was a great source of comfort and helped to keep me on track. But, beyond that, there were plenty of lawyers who were keen to get involved with the clerkship and offer their help and feedback.

One of the reasons I decided to go to Allens was because I saw it as a firm where there would be opportunities to work overseas, and having an international dimension to my career was important to me. I hadn’t ever guessed that my first chance to travel with Allens would be in my sixth week working for the firm. After the Christmas break, instead of boarding a train to Wynyard, I found myself boarding a plane to Ho Chi Minh City where I was to complete a three-week rotation.

The Ho Chi Minh City office was very different to the Sydney office. For one thing, it was a lot smaller, and the contracts were in both Vietnamese and English. I had an amazing time in Vietnam experiencing different food and a different culture, but also having the

Allens is a firm full of opportunities. In 10 weeks I travelled internationally, went on an overnight trip to a client office, went on a tour of a coalmine, experienced a Women at Allens panel, visited the Sydney Children’s Hospital, and had the chance to work on pro bono matters. I can’t tell you exactly what to expect from an Allens clerkship, because you never know what opportunities will be there for you to take. The clerkship program gives you the chance to peer inside a commercial firm and to think about your future. I loved my time with the firm and can’t wait to start my career. A clerkship with Allens feels like unlocking the door to an incredible future and I would recommend it to anyone.

CLERKSHIPS AND GRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES WITHIN A GLOBAL NETWORK

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Allens

www.allens.com.au student.careers@allens.com.au Level 26, 480 Queen Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

27/02 - 20/03/2017 see website Who are you and what makes you unique?

Excellence

At Allens we have practice groups that cover a wide range of legal Intellectually rigorous, driven and eager to learn, you’ll set the highest areas located within four legal departments. Each lawyer belongs to standards for yourself and strive to be the best you can be. one legal department and to a practice group (either as their principal area of practice or for interest). Our legal departments are: Corporate, Commerciality Financial Services & Projects, Litigation & Intellectual Property and Successful legal practitioners understand the client – their objectives Asia.

and the challenges they face – as well as the wider commercial environment in which we operate.

Underpinning our culture are our values: excellence, integrity, respect, performance and one firm. Above all, we treat others as we Resilience would like them to treat us. We energise you with ambition, passion Positive people thrive in our environment. We look for people who and enthusiasm.

can build sustainable careers with us; people who successfully juggle a busy life and varying commitments, while maintaining their well-

We have teams of people who have a diverse range of interests and we being. Like us, you’ll believe that leading a full, active life can make you look to recruit people with imagination, interests and intelligence. a more interesting person to work with.

We are committed to the ongoing learning and development of all our people. We pride ourselves on providing excellent service to our A fresh perspective clients. We have a quiet confidence but are modest and do not seek to Our clients often tell us we have ‘great people’. And it’s true. We look criticise our competitors. We are friendly, approachable and flexible. for people who can bring a fresh perspective and energy to everything We are ‘one firm’ rather than a collection of different offices. We are they do, with the ability to create strong relationships with each other not time servers. We make no distinctions based upon gender or and with clients. We aim to recruit people who are open minded, background.

willing to learn, and committed to contributing to the firm in many different ways.

What do you look for in a potential employee?

Diverse perspectives help solve complex problems. On top of that, What benefits can you offer your employees? teams are stronger, client relationships become richer and life is just If you have the ambition, talent and desire to progress through our more interesting. Put simply, we look for intelligence and curiosity firm, you can – as soon as you’re ready. At Allens, we provide lifelong combined. That said, we know that there are certain attributes that learning that develops you personally and professionally, and access are key to our success.

to people and partners who can help you become the best you can be.

Initiative

You’ll be given ongoing opportunities to get involved and to take your

A curious mind is vital, as is plenty of initiative. The more adaptable career all the way. It’s up to you to make the most of them. Along you’re prepared to be and the more energy you bring, the more you’ll with formal technical training and development, we offer a mentor get out of your career here. You’ll be able to steer a path that turns program, a buddy program and support to pursue further education possibilities into realities.

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outside the firm. Then there’s the constant on-the-job learning you can

Allens

www.allens.com.au student.careers@allens.com.au Level 26, 480 Queen Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

27/02 - 20/03/2017 see website expect. No two matters are ever the same and we’re known for finding

whatever their practice group.

clear and effective solutions to the most complex problems. Plus, we •

Ongoing skill development workshops run by internal and

don’t operate in silos. We collaborate and share knowledge across

external providers.

practice areas.

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A broad range of work that exposes you to different areas of law, different teams and different clients.

What does your Clerkship program involve?

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On-the-job training supported by a development supervisor and

An induction program that introduces you to our people and the

a buddy.

work we do as well as on the job training and support from a partner •

Video, podcasts and online training workshops.

and junior lawyer. You will have the opportunity to work with many •

Development / career planning.

of Australia’s and the world’s top 100 companies and build strong •

An in-house Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice program

relationships with our clients and our lawyers across our network.

designed and delivered in partnership with ANU to ensure you

You will be involved in tasks similar to those of a junior lawyer rotating

meet your admission requirements.

through the group and will have the chance to get involved in our community work. You will hear and learn about our global secondment Application and recruitment process opportunities, build a network of peers and be able to join in our on Our recruitment process is designed to provide you with the sports and social events – here you can really get to know about us and opportunity to learn more about our work, our people, and what our culture.

makes us unique.

What does your graduate program involve?

The first step in our recruitment process is to apply online via our

We have designed a graduate program that will not only enhance your careers page - www.allens.com.au/careers. Here you will also find technical expertise, but will equip you with the business development further information regarding our clerkship and graduate programs and interpersonal skills required by all lawyers who are serious about as well as tips for your application and interview. Applications for building a practice. You will complete two twelve-month rotations in our Brisbane clerkship opportunities open from 27 February to 20 two different practice groups before you specialise. Our rotations will March 2017. Please see our website for updates regarding graduate allow you to build the kind of expertise, trust and relationships that opportunities. enable you to grow and succeed from at an early stage in your career.

Please note that we do not accept hard-copy applications or use CV You’ll also benefit from: •

An intensive two-week induction program to kick-start your allens.com.au and a member of our Graduate Resourcing team will be career.

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mail. If you have any questions, please contact student.careers@ in touch.

A development supervisor, who’ll act as your mentor throughout your rotations to ensure you gain optimum experience and client exposure.

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Weekly in-house legal education seminars that give you a solid grounding in the basic technical knowledge all lawyers must have,

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Anderson Fredericks Turner www.aftlawyers.com.au

contact@aft.legal Level 10, 420 George St, Brisbane QLD 4000

No fixed times no fixed times Who are you and what makes you unique?

The culture of the firm

Anderson Fredericks Turner is an independent and progressive Our firm works hard to ensure a culture that focuses on outcomes law firm based in Queensland. With offices in Brisbane, Townsville, and providing a supportive environment for our staff and clients. We Toowoomba and on the Sunshine Coast, we focus on employment law, have a genuine focus on conducting work efficiently and with a heavy criminal law and regulatory compliance.

reliance on the use of technology and systems. The firm promotes opportunities for its staff to pursue professional opportunities and

At Anderson Fredericks Turner, our principal lawyers all have worked community involvement. as barristers before leading a law firm. This gives our firm a point of difference with respect to the advocacy services available within a law With offices spanned across Queensland, we believe effective firm, although the firm still works with leading barristers from around communication is a core value in our daily operations. We believe in Australia on a daily basis. We are passionate and dedicated advocates each office having staff that are grounded in the local community, so for each of our clients and provide leading advocacy support inside that we have a knowledge of the area in which we are operating. The and outside the courtroom.

state-wide operation of our firm allows us to then partner particular lawyers with each case to ensure efficiency and produce the best

Having one of the largest criminal law practices in Queensland, we possible outcome for our client. are involved in cases across the State and handle some of the most complex and high profile criminal law cases, including for terrorism What do you look for in a potential employee? related charges, murder and drug importation. We seek to conduct our Anderson Fredericks Turner seeks to recruit people who are high matters with discretion in the interests our clients’ privacy.

achievers who show creativity and confidence. Our aim is to work with people who are strong communicators and contribute to a team

Our practice areas constantly provide us opportunity for excellence culture. and success for our clients. Our lawyers appear on behalf of our clients in courts of many jurisdictions across Queensland. The The relevant application and recruitment process for clerkship depth of experience of our lawyers range from the High Court to the and graduate position including key dates: Magistrates Court on Thursday Island. This allows our lawyers to be a Anderson Fredericks Turner has no fixed times for recruitment. Our part of significant cases that have shaped our law.

firm generally advertises positions to ensure open competition at the time of recruitment. We welcome CV’s at any time, which can be sent

We are prepared to act for individuals and businesses, no matter what to contact@aft.legal side of the bar table it puts us on. We act for employers and employees, as well as victims and offenders. Our focus is on providing the best legal representation for each of our clients.

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MOVE YOUR MIND

Graduates in Law

Aim beyond pure legal knowledge. Beyond commercial advice.

Be known for something more: a clarity of thought and an instinct for problem solving that can influence governments and leading businesses the world over. Join us and we’ll help you enrich and expand your worldview, grow your skills and influence new ways of thinking. In other words, we’ll help you move minds.

Begin now at careers.ashurst.com Connect with us on

Ashurst

www.ashurst.com Kate Medlen | graduate.programs@ashurst.com Level 38, 123 Eagle Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

27/02 - 20/03/2017 see website Who are you and what makes you unique?

All successful candidates demonstrate the following characteristics:

We’re renowned for helping our clients navigate through a complex •

Analytical ability

and constantly evolving global landscape. With 25 offices across the •

Flexibility

world’s leading financial and resource centres in Europe, Asia-Pacific, •

Motivation

Middle East and the USA, we operate at the cutting edge of the financial, •

Determination

resources and infrastructure, corporate and new economy markets. •

Drive

We tackle diverse areas of law, including finance, M&A, disputes and •

Outstanding communication skills

competition. In each, we offer advice that’s as commercially astute as it •

Commercial awareness

is technically accurate.

Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills

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As a firm, everything we do is characterised by a pursuit of insight, What benefits can you offer your employees? understanding and clarity. We share our clients’ ambitions and we •

Competitive salary

cut to the heart of their issues with speed and clarity, whether we’re •

Secondments within our global network

working locally or globally.

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Additional annual leave scheme

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Salary continuance insurance and travel insurance

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Flexible work policies

The culture of the firm

The different cultures, communities and countries within which we •

Health and Wellbeing Programs

operate around the world are immensely varied. The way we actually •

Subsidised gym membership

interact with each other isn’t. The simple fact is: people here like •

Discounted health insurance

working with each other. We help and challenge each other to develop •

Sponsored sports teams and events

our thinking and deliver our best work. In every office, you’ll find •

Employee Assistance Program

different perspectives, backgrounds, cultures and personalities to •

Concierge and end of trip services

learn from.

What does your Clerkship program involve?

What do you look for in a potential employee?

The best way to understand what it feels like to work here is to actually

There’s absolutely no Ashurst ‘type’. We want to actively involve and work here! Every year, we hold clerkships in each of our offices to give include a broad range of minds from a broad range of backgrounds, all you an intensive experience of our culture and the kind of work we do. united by a common set of strengths – or competencies.

We work hard to make sure they’re as useful and as stimulating as possible. In Brisbane, you’ll spend time in one department, where you’ll work with a supervising partner, lawyer and buddy who’ll get

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Ashurst

www.ashurst.com Kate Medlen | graduate.programs@ashurst.com Level 38, 123 Eagle Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

27/02 - 20/03/2017 see website you involved in real work. You’ll also attend workshops, department Graduate positions training, as well as get a chance to take part in team social events.

Graduates are predominantly recruited through our seasonal clerkship programs. Any additional roles that are made available at a

After completing your clerkship, you’ll have the opportunity to express later date will be advertised via our website: https://careers.ashurst. interest to be considered for a place on our graduate program.

com/au.

What does your Graduate program involve?

For all enquiries, please contact Kate Medlen, Graduate Programs

A thorough induction kicks off your graduate program, introducing Consultant at Graduate.Programs@ashurst.com. you to all the resources you’ll need to support your work and training.

In collaboration with you, we plan your rotation seats, and review that plan at regular intervals. Each seat starts with a handover and training, complete with technical expertise, so you know exactly what to expect.

You’ll be supervised by a partner or associate who’ll work closely with you and provide guidance, reviewing your progress as you go along and helping you to pinpoint your successes and develop in areas that need work.

Application and recruitment process Clerkship positions What you say in your application is up to you: but be sure to express your personality and tell us why you want to be a commercial lawyer – and why you’d like to join Ashurst in particular.

We offer clerkships in each of our Australian offices, application and recruitment dates are aligned to the state guidelines. You’ll firstly need to decide which office you want to clerk in, and only make one application.

For Brisbane, applications are open between Monday, 27 February and Monday, 20 March 2017.

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Baker McKenzie

www.bakermckenzie.com.au Melbourne : Joshua Crook | joshua.crook@bakermckenzie.com Sydney: Angelique Wanner | angelique.wanner@bakermckenzie.com Level 27, AMP Centre, 50 Bridge Street, Sydney NSW 2000

see below see below Who are you and what makes you unique?

learning, coaching and opportunity where you will work in small

At Baker McKenzie we are different in the way we think, work and teams on matters that often cross borders. We value people who think behave. Like no other law firm we were born global.

ahead and get noticed.

Baker McKenzie was conceived and built as a global law firm, so The culture of the firm thinking and working globally is embedded in our culture – and we Our difference is in our unique values, outlined above: our passion for understand the challenges of the global economy. We were formed being global, our culture of friendship, our commercial pragmatism, in 1949 when an entrepreneurial Chicago attorney, Russell Baker, our support for entrepreneurship, our commitment to development, met the litigator, John McKenzie. McKenzie shared Baker’s vision of our focus on contributing to the community, and our genuine focus on creating the world’s first multicultural, global law firm and our first maintaining a diverse and inclusive environment for all of our people. office outside the USA was opened in Caracas in 1955.

Our award winning diversity strategy, initiatives and programs are We are one of the world’s largest law firms by markets, revenue and focussed in four areas, in which all of our people can participate: headcount and now have a network of 77 offices in 47 countries around •

BakerWomen – gender equality and supporting the progression of

the world. Our most recent offices to be opened were Johannesburg,

women;

Casablanca and Lima in 2012, Seoul and Dubai in 2013 and Brisbane, •

BakerDNA – ethnic, indigenous and cultural diversity;

Yangon and Jeddah in 2014.

BakerBalance – supporting carers and parents, employee

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wellbeing and workplace flexibility; and We opened our first office in Asia Pacific in Manila in 1963, and have •

BakerLGBTI – lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex

grown to 17 full-service offices across 13 jurisdictions. With more than

diversity.

1,000 locally qualified lawyers across the region, and 77 offices globally, Baker McKenzie is the firm with the greatest depth and breadth of What do you look for in a potential employee? coverage across the dynamic Asia Pacific markets.

We look for people who enjoy a challenge and seek new opportunities; who share our global perspective; who have sound academics and

We have been a global law firm in Australia since 1964 and our are practical in their approach; who like taking responsibility and Australian practice is now the fourth largest in our network with more getting things done; who express themselves confidently while staying than 80 Partners and over 185 lawyers across Sydney, Melbourne and open to new ideas; who are client-focussed and strive to provide Brisbane.

excellent service to their clients; and who seek a friendly and inclusive culture that encourages making a difference to our local and global

Baker McKenzie Australia offers our people access to complex, market- communities. leading matters for leading multinational and domestic companies and the ability to work with some of the world’s best legal minds – What benefits can you offer your employees? people who know the law and who understand business. We have an At Baker McKenzie, we have a deep commitment to your development. unrivalled ability to provide training and secondment opportunities We work with each graduate to create a tailored development plan across our global network. Locally, we have an inclusive culture of aligned with the graduate’s career goals. To help you reach your goals,

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Baker McKenzie

www.bakermckenzie.com.au Melbourne : Joshua Crook | joshua.crook@bakermckenzie.com Sydney: Angelique Wanner | angelique.wanner@bakermckenzie.com Level 27, AMP Centre, 50 Bridge Street, Sydney NSW 2000

see below see below we offer tailored learning opportunities – from seminars on core legal You will also be supported at every stage by our graduate team in topics to skills development in areas like effective business writing, Talent Management who will facilitate a comprehensive development drafting and presenting.

program for you – including induction and skills development (such as business communication, networking skills and other skills crucial

We also work hard to facilitate your on-the-job learning and the many to ensuring you have a successful clerkship). We will also provide you ways it happens – through informal mentoring relationships, client with opportunities to enable you to network with colleagues around secondments, involving you in global teams working on international the firm – through our ‘speed networking’ program, social events with deals, or supporting you to run your own file as part of our award- your buddy, our partners and lawyers, and our end of year party. winning pro bono program. To make sure you get the strongest possible start to your career, we invest in your development by covering the What does your Graduate program involve? costs of your Practical Legal Training and through our dedicated Graduates complete three rotations of six months each, over an 18 graduate professional development program. We also cover the costs month period, before they join a particular practice group as an of your admission and practising certificate.

associate. This gives you meaningful exposure to a broad range of legal practice areas. You are assigned a supervising partner and an associate

Our regional practice group structure means many of our lawyers ‘buddy’ in each rotation to oversee your on-the-job and formal learning. attend regional training in our Asia Pacific offices and, once you finish your graduate program, you will travel overseas to attend a regional Application and recruitment process orientation program with other mid-level associates from the region.

Sydney Applications open: 9:00am, Thursday 15 June 2017

What does your Clerkship program involve?

Applications close: 11:59pm, Sunday 16 July 2017

We consult with our summer clerks before they commence to Offers: 9:00am, Wednesday 4 October 2017 understand whether there are any areas of law in which they are Clerkship dates: Late November 2017 to early February 2018 particularly interested or practice groups which they would like to experience. We structure their placements according to these Melbourne preferences where possible. Right from the start, our summer clerks Applications open: 9am, Monday 10 July 2017 get involved in real work. You will be exposed to our Australian and Applications close: 11:59pm, Sunday 13 August 2017 international clients through client meetings, shadowing, research Offers: 10am, Thursday 12 October 2017 and other everyday activities within your assigned practice group.

Clerkship dates: Late November 2017 to late December 2017 and Late January 2018 to late February 2018

Our summer clerks work closely with other lawyers and are guided by a supervising partner/senior associate and associate ‘buddy’. You Applications for summer clerkships can be submitted via www. will develop practical and legal skills through our national learning bakermckenzie.com/careers. program for junior lawyers and by attending workshops specifically designed for summer clerks, as well as firm-wide sessions on a range of legal and non-legal topics.

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Barry.Nilsson. www.bnlaw.com.au

Katie Guarrera | katie.guarrera@bnlaw.com.au Level 21, 215 Adelaide Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

27/02/2017 - 20/03/2017 See website Who we are and what makes us unique

of the art resources, high-level work, an “open door” policy and good

Established for more than 50 years, Barry.Nilsson. is a national law administrative support. firm currently comprising over 220 staff. The firm has a national, award winning reputation for leadership in the areas of: insurance Our partners also recognise the importance of continuing education & health, property & commercial and family law. Due to our focus on and development. This is promoted through regular in-house CLE three specific areas of law, we can offer you “top tier” work and clients sessions that ensure our lawyers are always at the forefront with coupled with “mid tier” individual attention.

any developments in the industry. All professional staff also receive guidance from a dedicated mentor. This structured mentoring

The culture of the firm “Approachable and inclusive, I felt really comfortable with everyone.”

program enables our lawyers to have direct access to clients and dayto-day conduct of files at an early stage of their career.

Onjawli Chakravarty – Vacation Clerk January 2017/Graduate 2018.

About our Clerkship program We are proud of the culture we have developed by living and breathing Our vacation clerkships are held over the summer and winter our core values of Trustworthiness, Dedication, Excellence and university breaks. The program runs for three weeks and clerks spend Loyalty.

one week in each of our practice areas. Vacation clerks are given a unique opportunity to experience our firm, our practice areas and,

Barry.Nilsson. has a very collegiate team environment and all most importantly, our culture. employees are valued for their contribution. In recognition of this, and in order to encourage employees to have a good work/life balance, About our Graduate program

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all full-time staff members enjoy every second Friday afternoon off. Our graduates are our future. With that in mind, we take our This displays our progressive approach and is indicative of the culture graduate program seriously. We ensure that our graduates receive we promote. The firm also has a strong belief in giving back to the the best possible training so they have a balanced and well-grounded community and being socially responsible, including initiatives such foundation for their legal career. as our staff attending community legal centres and membership with QPILCH and their self representation service.

Barry.Nilsson. graduates complete a two-year program during which they undergo four six-month rotations. In the first year they undertake

What we look for in a potential employee

a PLT course on a part-time, external basis. Our graduates are admitted

We look for candidates who share our core values and are well- as solicitors at the end of the first year. However, the graduate program rounded, motivated, team-oriented and eager to learn.

continues into the second year with further rotations through different practice groups.

What benefits we offer our employees We’re committed to providing staff with satisfying career paths and we Application Process provide all the support required for individuals to achieve their goals All applications should include a cover letter, resume and a copy of and progress within the organisation. This includes access to state your academic transcript. See our website for more details.

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Clayton Utz

www.claytonutz.com Alison Tassiou: atassiou@claytonutz.com Level 28, 71 Eagle Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

27/02 - 20/03/2017 see website Who are you and what makes you unique?

innovative legal work, so it’s important that they are intelligent and

Staying true to your direction is what defines Clayton Utz.

motivated individuals who aren’t afraid of a challenge. We’ll look at whether they’ve had a broad range of experiences, such as part-

At Clayton Utz, we’ve built a team of down-to-earth, collaborative time employment, voluntary work, legal experience (voluntary or lawyers who know that at the heart of exceptional client service is otherwise), or sporting, cultural or community pursuits. They need to knowing what your client needs. We offer the sharpest legal minds. show they have behavioural skills such as time management, initiative, The clearest advice that cuts through the complexity, so our clients goal-setting and achievement, teamwork, an understanding of client can concentrate on the things that really matter. And an unshakeable service and self-motivation. sense of what’s possible.

Most importantly, we are looking for clerks who we’d enjoy working This offers our graduates the opportunities to work on cutting-edge, alongside. We want clerks who are going to be a good cultural fit and complex transactions and litigation with lawyers who are recognised who embody the firm’s values, every day, in all that they do. as leaders in their fields. We also provide first-class training and development to support our lawyers to be the best they can be. As one What benefits can you offer your employees? of the world’s top 10 pro bono firms*, graduate will also have the chance Clayton Utz prides itself on exceptional training, and our seasonal to contribute to our pro bono practice and help make a difference to clerks receive extensive research training and practical work the individuals and organisations it supports.

experience. And because of our proud tradition of pro bono work and community involvement, seasonal clerks will have every opportunity

* Clayton Utz was named among the ten leading pro bono firms in to get involved in Pro Bono work and Community Connect initiatives. the world in the inaugural Who’s Who Legal Global Pro Bono Survey. We have secondment programs with various leading law firms around The survey recognises firms that are leading the way in their pro bono the world that see Clayton Utz lawyers living and working in London, contributions, levels of participation and efforts to institutionalise pro New York, Tokyo, Hong Kong and India. Our Japanese exchange bono work.

program with leading Japanese law firms and trading houses involves extended secondments both to and from Japan.

The culture of the firm The culture at Clayton Utz is founded on the behavioural values of What does your Clerkship program involve? trust, respect and co-operation and our foundation value of highest If you’re a law student in your penultimate year, our Clerkship ethical standards. They underpin everything we do. It affects the way Programs will expose you to the fast pace of a full-service commercial we approach each other and our work, our service to our clients and law firm and show you the law in action. You’ll be working under our community involvement.

the guidance of some of the sharpest legal minds in Australia, on challenging, complex and high-profile transactions and matters. You’ll

What do you look for in a potential employee?

be mentored by partners and lawyers who are leaders in their fields,

The most important ingredient in our success is our people. We’re in a firm where individuality is embraced and innovation actively looking for clerks who are personable, practical, commercially- encouraged. savvy, as well as flexible. Our lawyers undertake complex and

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Clayton Utz

www.claytonutz.com Alison Tassiou: atassiou@claytonutz.com Level 28, 71 Eagle Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

27/02 - 20/03/2017 see website Our Clerkship Programs are our future pipeline for the Graduate We hire most of our Graduates from our Clerkship Programs.

Program. They are designed to give you a feel for what it’s like to be a Occasionally, additional opportunities may arise. These opportunities Graduate and they are a great place to start your career.

will be listed on our website.

What does your Graduate program involve?

Application and recruitment process

It’s not just about wearing a suit...No matter how good your law degree, Aimed at penultimate year law students, our 4 week program gives you there’s always a gap between theory and practice, and finishing a comprehensive orientation and placements in 2 different practice university can be daunting. How do you make the jump to working in a groups. You’ll also get additional training, networking sessions and commercial law firm?

social activities.

That’s where we come in...Once you’ve completed your studies, our Program Dates national Graduate Program gives you the perfect foundation for your We run three Clerkship Programs every year: legal career. Our 2.5 week orientation program is designed to ensure Winter – 26 June – 21 July 2017 that you’ll hit the ground running. It consists of PLT+, local training Bond – 21 August – 15 September 2017 and a national orientation week in Sydney.

Summer – 20 November – 15 December 2017

Our rotation program means you’ll discover different areas and Recruitment Dates find the right fit. From day one you’ll be working on complex and Applications open: 27 February 2017 sophisticated legal issues, and with our innovative approach to Applications close: 9:00am, 20 March 2017 learning & development, you’ll get the support you need to become the Offers made: 8 May 2017 best you can be.

Offers must be accepted / declined: 5:00pm, 9 May 2017

With our Graduate Program you’ll get…

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3 rotations of six months in our national practice groups;

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mentoring from some of the best lawyers in the country;

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a buddy who’ll give you the inside information;

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meaningful performance feedback so you know you’re on the right track;

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continuing

legal

education

programs

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professional

development support so you can become the lawyer you want to be; •

the chance to participate in our Community Connect and Pro Bono programs and really give back; and

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social and sporting activities, because we know it’s not all work and no play.

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Cooper Grace Ward www.cgw.com.au

www.cgw.com.au/careers Level 21, 400 George Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

01/09 - 15/09/2017 see website Who are you and what makes you unique?

parental leave, salary continuance insurance and a broadly focused

Cooper Grace Ward is a leading Australian law firm based in Brisbane. health and wellbeing strategy. Competitive remuneration packages are We work for clients across Australia and internationally. With more provided to all team members and rewards are based on performance, than 220 team members including 21 partners, we offer a full range of which is measured against a balanced set of competencies, outcomes commercial legal services to our clients, focusing particularly in the and values. Our commitment to our team members is evidenced in areas of corporate and commercial, property, litigation, insurance our recognition as an Employer of Choice by Australasian Lawyer for and family law. Our key practice areas are among the largest Brisbane- ‘Work/Life Balance’ and ‘Access to Technology’. We are also recognised based teams in their respective areas.

as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency.

The culture of the firm Cooper Grace Ward is a positive, enthusiastic and successful law What does your Clerkship program involve? firm striving to deliver exceptional outcomes for our clients, create We offer a two-year Graduate Development (Clerkship) program exciting opportunities for our team and contribute meaningfully to that provides students currently studying law the opportunity to our community. In our business decisions and in all interactions with gain practical experience as research law clerks and within practice our clients, stakeholders, community and each other, we value mutual workgroups. Students are employed on a part-time basis two years respect, outstanding service, team spirit and honesty.

from graduation and typically complete 12 months of research, followed by 12 months of rotations through the firm’s practice workgroups.

The firm has an active social club and participates in myriad Students interested in undertaking CGW’s Graduate Development community programs that enhance and improve social welfare, the Program should apply through the Careers Centre. environment and contribute to the broader community.

What does your Graduate program involve?

What do you look for in a potential employee?

We offer a 12-month Graduate program that encompasses both the PLT

We provide a team based environment where each individual plays an and hands-on experience. Graduates receive comprehensive support integral role in the success of our clients and our firm. We understand from senior team members as they gain practical experience in their that to provide the very best thinking and solutions to our clients, we chosen area of law. need a diverse team that can provide a range of perspectives to meet our clients’ needs. Our team members take personal responsibility Application and recruitment process and pride in their work and have fun while they do it. Therefore we Applications for our Graduate Development (Clerkship) program are seek candidates who are team players, client focused, can demonstrate open from 1-15 September 2017. First round interviews will be held in personal leadership, have strong communication skills and are the week beginning 25 September 2017. We draw our graduate intake academically talented with a commercial perspective.

primarily from our Graduate Development (Clerkship) program.

However, interested graduates are encouraged to submit applications,

What benefits can you offer your employees?

including a cover letter, résumé and academic record, through our

We provide flexible working arrangements for our team members to Careers Centre. Any additional graduate intake throughout the year meet their family, study and sporting commitments. We also offer paid will be drawn from the applications in our Careers Centre.

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Corrs Chambers Westgarth www.corrs.com.au

Tania Daly | tania.daly@corrs.com.au Level 42, 111 Eagle Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

27/02 - 20/03/2017 07/08 - 14/08/2017 Who are you and what makes you unique?

Our employees are encouraged to get to know and share experiences

Corrs Chambers Westgarth is a premium independent, client-driven with each other – here’s how we do it: partnership. We stand for the competitiveness of Australia and our •

Our office – described as ‘the workplace of the future’, our fully

clients, and the success of our people – everywhere!

open plan office facilitates a collaborative workplace culture and supports a sense of community.

Being independent means we control our own destiny and are •

Community and Pro Bono – volunteer your time and skills at

uncompromised and uncompromising in providing commercial and

fundraising events and community legal centres.

insightful advice to our clients. And to us, a Partnership is much more •

Sport – join the Corrs netball and touch footy teams; take part

than a structure. We partner with our people, our clients and our

in the Corporate Games; represent Corrs in a fun-run with your

community.

colleagues; or, participate in the Corrs swim team.

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Social – our dedicated social club provides our people with

We have a global network of the world’s best independent firms who

opportunities to connect. Attend social drinks, morning teas,

work with us to provide the most relevant specialist expertise where

movie nights, trivia nights, wine tasting events and more!

and when it’s needed. With 45 firms in 20 countries, we have an extraordinary range of talent at our disposal and are able to create What do you look for in a potential employee? countless international opportunities for our people.

We hire graduates who are smart, determined, innovative and above all curious. We favour ability over experience and potential over

The culture of the firm

credentials.

The most important thing that stands Corrs apart from its competitors is our culture. Our processes and ideas can be replicated, but it is those Corrs people are individuals, but they do share some traits. who work here that make Corrs the firm it is.

Because this is a high performance organisation, Corrs people are We invest heavily in our people with genuine opportunities for good at what they do. They are team players and bring out the best personal and professional growth. We are not afraid to challenge the in the people around them. They want to achieve the best results for way legal services traditionally have been provided and we embrace the client as well as the firm and they take pride in their work and innovation. And, most importantly, we have a culture that celebrates achievements. Corrs people are pioneering – they like to find new ways individuals.

of doing things.

What benefits can you offer your employees?

Here are just some of the benefits Corrs employees are exposed to: •

Flexible work practices for all employees

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Competitive remuneration and bonus program

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Corrs Scholarship for Individual Excellence, enabling employees to take short courses at institutions around the world

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Access to corporate health programs

Corrs Chambers Westgarth www.corrs.com.au

Tania Daly | tania.daly@corrs.com.au Level 42, 111 Eagle Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

27/02 - 20/03/2017 07/08 - 14/08/2017 What does your Clerkship program involve?

The program begins with the Corrs Graduate Academy, a national

The Corrs Seasonal Clerkship Program runs for three weeks over event that brings graduates together from each office. Apart from winter, spring and summer, and is a great opportunity for you to training that enables you to hit the ground running, this event delivers experience the people, clients, work and culture that differentiates professional relationships and friendships that last your years at Corrs Corrs from other law firms.

and beyond.

You’ll have the opportunity to work with some of Australia’s leading Application and recruitment process lawyers on high-profile work for major Australian and international All applications for Graduate and Seasonal Clerk positions should be clients. You’ll soon discover the standards of quality and commitment made via: www.corrs.com.au/careers/graduates. required to succeed at this level.

You’ll be exposed to a broad range of interesting matters. You may also conduct research, review and present documents, as well as attend client meetings, mediations and settlements. The variety is enormous, so it’s the perfect way to discover the firm and the areas of law that excite you most.

What does your Graduate program involve?

Our Graduate Development Program develops world-class lawyers by providing rich, on the job training with real opportunities to work directly with partners and senior lawyers.

During our 16 month program, you will complete three rotations through a variety of practice areas. You will be mentored by senior lawyers and partners, and your development is overseen by a dedicated People & Performance team who work to provide you with guidance and support, ensuring your success.

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DLA Piper

www.dlapiper.com ClerkshipsAU@dlapiper.com Level 9, 480 Queen Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

27/02 - 20/03/2017 see website Who are you and what makes you unique?

We help the world’s top companies with their business-critical issues. Many of the deals we work on are complex and challenging – transcending not just practice areas, but borders, languages and legal systems.

During the clerkship, you’ll do more than just shadow our lawyers.

You’ll be given real responsibilities. Whether you’re attending a court hearing, contributing to a client meeting or assisting a large corporate transaction, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to reach your potential.

At the same time, you’ll start building your networks. As well as As a firm, we never stand still. We think nimbly and seize opportunities. meeting with partners and other senior lawyers, you’ll have regular We’re ambitious and are never afraid to innovate. So if you possess contact with the other clerks through social activities. Information these qualities too, there could be a bright future for you at DLA Piper. sessions about our practice areas will further enhance your knowledge and understanding.

The culture of the firm We are committed to attracting, developing and retaining the Summer clerkships are offered in all our offices, as well as winter best people across our practice and business services groups. Our clerkships in select locations. While your clerkship experience will continued success relies on our ability to provide a supportive, be similar between offices, the length and structure of the individual inclusive and motivating environment where everyone has a role to programs may vary. play in supporting the delivery of outstanding service to our clients.

What does your Graduate program involve?

We offer exceptional career opportunities to our lawyers, aspiring We offer graduate programs in all our Australian offices and have one graduates and business support professionals, in an environment that intake each year in February. is challenging, rewarding and, we believe, truly different from our competitors.

The graduate program starts with an induction, designed to ease you in and get you acquainted with the firm. Within the first six months, What do you look for in a potential employee? you’ll also attend a two-day event at our Career Academy, where you’ll We hire graduates from all kinds of backgrounds. Not only does this meet and network with graduates from across our Australian offices. allow us to serve our diverse client base better; it keeps our thinking fresh by opening up a wider range of perspectives.

The program itself will see you undertaking rotations in different practice groups. This will see you work alongside people at all levels of While you could be studying from a range of degree subjects, you will the business, including partners. As an integral member of the team, need a strong academic record. But it goes further than that. You’ll need you’ll be ready to hit the ground running and make a real contribution to be naturally inquisitive, have plenty of drive and possess a genuine from the outset. commitment to your career path. Among other things, we’ll be looking at your extracurricular activities for evidence of these qualities.

While much of your learning will be done on the job, you’ll also receive formal business skills training. This will develop your abilities in areas What benefits can you offer your employees? such as networking, business development, commercial awareness We offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes: and financial management. community leave days, employee assistance program, discount health insurance, ANZ@work banking benefits and discounts, corporate Application and recruitment process offers and discounts, employee referral scheme, health & wellbeing Applications for our Brisbane Clerkship Program open on Monday 27 program, and spot rewards.

February and close on Monday 20 March 2017 at 9am AEST. What does your Clerkship program involve?

During your clerkship you will be eligible to be considered for the The best way to secure a place on our graduate program is to do a Graduate Program. clerkship first. Not only will this give you a feel for commercial law in practice, it will give you an insight into what makes DLA Piper unique. Please visit www.dlapipergraduates.com for further information on our clerkship application timeline.

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ABOVE AND BEYOND BE A PART OF EVERYTHING

GRADUATE CAREERS IN LAW Join Herbert Smith Freehills and you’ll do more than just experience life at a leading law firm, you’ll be a part of everything we have to offer - whether you’re working on a high-profile takeover, catching up with an overseas client or taking on some challenging pro bono work. It’s an environment in which your perspective, ideas and experiences will make a real difference.

Don’t just experience everything, be a part of it.

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CAREER, YOUR CHOICE Johnson Winter & Slattery is a national law firm where young lawyers play a meaningful role in strategic and complex transactions and disputes, and build relationships with executives from Australia’s most successful companies through close client contact.

We have an established reputation for providing practical commercial solutions and outstanding client service.

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Our lawyers thrive in an environment that fosters collaboration with few internal administrative boundaries and is free from financial targets. Enjoy working across practice areas.

Collaborate with diverse teams of specialists across the country.

Strong technical and client service skills are developed through structured mentoring and professional development education programs. Be mentored

by Australia’s best lawyers.

Get regular feedback on performance.

Our hands on and proactive approach creates an environment in which ambitious lawyers become directly involved in significant opportunities from an early stage.

Work side by side with partners and play a meaningful role in strategic and complex transactions and disputes.

Law students choose our firm because we provide an excellent learning environment, and an exceptional place to begin and develop your career.

Our clerkship program is a realistic snapshot of your future as a lawyer at Johnson Winter & Slattery.

Please visit our website for more information: http://www.jws.com.au/en/graduate-lawyer-careers

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Gadens Lawyers www.gadens.com

info.qld@gadens.com Level 11, 111 Eagle Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

N/a see website Who are Gadens and what makes us unique?

Gadens is a leading and highly respected Australian law firm. As a federation of partnerships, the history of our predecessors dates as far back as 1847. We share a commitment to the seamless service of our many clients, particularly in the property, banking, local government and construction industries. Across Australia, Gadens has over 90 partners, 700 staff and offices in Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney and Adelaide. Although technically separate partnerships, we share and seamlessly service many clients, particularly in the banking, insurance and commercial property industries.

Gadens Brisbane is a full service commercial law firm and has operated in Queensland for more than 30 years. We have 29 partners, and over 270 staff. We work with respected and well established banks and businesses, as well as start-up visionaries, governments and stateowned entities.

Gadens Brisbane has advised on major infrastructure projects, and is appointed to panels for the major banks and many insurance companies, ASX-listed companies in the energy and resources and property sectors, Queensland Government’s Legal Services Panel and the Australian Government’s Legal Services Multi-Use List.

The Gadens Brisbane office is also an Associate office of Dentons. This gives our clients access to a global network of over 7600 lawyers across 57 countries. The offices in the Dentons Australia network include Sydney and Perth.

We are a collaborative and fun firm, which values high performance and curiosity. Our cohort is accountable, respectful, and open. We are uniquely Gadens.

What do we look for in a potential employee?

At Gadens we think ‘big picture’, so we are not only interested in your solid academic record. We also value your ability to prioritise commitments, and balance study with work and extracurricular activities.

Our firm operates a flat management structure. Our practice leaders and managers are empowered to address productivity improvements and to streamline systems and processes for the benefit of our clients.

When you join Gadens, you work in a firm where success is determined by the character and spirit of our people. Everyone has a voice and your experiences, knowledge and insight are valued and respected. We are a place where fresh thinking and new ideas are championed daily.

What benefits do we offer our employees?

We offer you an intensely professional, yet immensely nurturing environment. You will find Gadens to be a dynamic firm characterised by a flat management with access to our Partners.

Our work is interesting and challenging and, from day one you will have plenty of responsibility. At Gadens, exposure to clients’ happens quickly. You will be able to take the initiative and express your ideas from the outset. We want everyone at Gadens to feel they are contributing to the success of our firm. We encourage everyone not to park their personalities at the front door. We believe that a lively workplace reduces stress and improves learning, productivity and creativity.

Our firm’s culture Gadens Queensland is progressive and results-focused; passionate about our service standards and work quality. We strive to deliver innovative, client-centric legal services.

What does our Graduate program involve?

Our graduate program is tailored to offer comprehensive and forwardGadens has a rich and proud history in Queensland. Valued people and thinking training, in an environment that encourages collaboration client relationships will always be the foundation of our success. We are and openness and values integrity and accountability. From day one excited by the future and will seize growth opportunities - we embrace you hit the ground running, beginning the first of two rotations. We change. We pride ourselves on our values and creative engagement offer placements in practice groups across our firm from Property and with our clients, our people and also in our support of community Construction, Banking and Finance, Litigation and Corporate Advisory and the arts. Gadens has a long history of supporting emerging and Services, Superannuation and Migration, and Corporate Advisory. You established artists. Our involvement with the arts extends beyond are assigned a mentor and are involved in learning and development traditional forms of corporate support such as sponsorships and programs designed to give you the tools needed to succeed in the corporate art collections, to the integration of the arts into many facets early stages of your legal career. We provide you with the support and of the firm’s operations, including artists in residence. Some recent guidance to maximise your full potential. examples of our engagement with the arts include Gallery of Modern Art and Queensland Literary Awards.

If you would like to be a part of a high performing team that provides the opportunity to make a real difference, come and join us. Applications open mid-August 2017 and can be submitted via online submission.

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Herbert Smith Freehills www.herbertsmithfreehills.com

Tanya Dunbabin | tanya.dunbabin@hsf.com Level 31, 480 Queen Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

27/02 - 20/03/2017 see website About Herbert Smith Freehills

Freehills’ approach is a long-standing and proud tradition of providing

We have 26 offices around the world so wherever you join us, and pro bono legal services and advocacy. This commitment to pro bono whatever you do, you’ll be part of a global team managing, achieving and legal services for members of the public has developed into a broader delivering cutting-edge work for international and multidisciplinary program of volunteering and charitable giving that involves a much clients.

wider range of people across this firm. Many of our vacation clerks participate in pro bono and community work and describe it as one of

Takeovers and mergers. Arbitration and litigation. Finance and real the highlights of their clerkship. estate. As a world class professional services business, our work is incredibly varied. Thanks to the quality of our global network and For more information about our pro bono and community work visit: world-class Business Services professionals, we work with some of the herbertsmithfreehills.com/pro-bono-and-citizenship. biggest international organisations on some of their most ambitious projects.

A rich and diverse culture Herbert Smith Freehills is proud to promote a culture of fairness,

We are interested in who you are and the strengths you can bring. We equality and inclusion. We believe that having a diverse and open look for exceptional people from a diverse range of backgrounds with workplace adds new dimensions to how we tackle client challenges and the passion and ability to become truly brilliant lawyers.

drives innovation forward. Wherever you join us, you’ll find talented people with different views, experiences and backgrounds.

And there’s more to that than just a great academic record. There’s fantastic perception and communication skills. There’s confidence In Australia, we have focused our efforts to be more inclusive and our and collaboration skills. Empathy, an international mindset and first priority was to run inclusive leadership sessions for the entire diligence. And there’s the drive to not only experience everything, but partnership so that we could each understand why diversity and to be a part of it.

inclusion is a business imperative for our firm.

Join us as a Herbert Smith Freehills graduate and you’ll do more than For more information on our diversity and inclusion program visit: just experience life at a leading law firm, you’ll be a part of everything herbertsmithfreehills.com/about-us/diversity-and-inclusion. we have to offer.

What do you look for in a potential employee?

Visit our website to meet some of our people and see what we mean: We are interested in who you are and the strengths you can bring. We careers.herbertsmithfreehills.com/au/grads.

recruit employees from a wide range of backgrounds who possess the qualities we look for in our lawyers: intellectual curiosity, confidence,

Who are you and what makes you unique?

clarity of thought, the ambition to grow personally and professionally,

Our work in the community

and the ability to develop exceptional working relationships with

At Herbert Smith Freehills our focus is on using our expertise and clients and colleagues. We have prepared some more detailed leadership to increase access to justice and opportunity for the information on our website: careers.herbertsmithfreehills.com/au/ benefit of local and global communities. At the core of Herbert Smith grads/join-us.

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Herbert Smith Freehills www.herbertsmithfreehills.com

Tanya Dunbabin | tanya.dunbabin@hsf.com Level 31, 480 Queen Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

27/02 - 20/03/2017 see website What does your Clerkship program involve?

program and we fill the majority of our graduate positions through this

Finding the right fit for you is key to deciding where to start your program. We do not currently have a separate graduate recruitment legal career. Since working together is a good way to get to know each program planned. other, we offer a range of summer and winter clerkships in each of our Australian offices. We encourage students to participate in our We also run a number of graduate and clerkship programs in our vacation clerkship program and we fill the majority of our graduate overseas offices. To find out more visit our graduate careers website: positions through this program.

herbertsmithfreehills.com/careers.

As a vacation clerk, you will be given extensive training on all aspects Application and recruitment process of the firm, drafting and research skills. Current lawyers and partners We invite around 25-30 penultimate year law students to participate in will speak to you about what they do and the nature of work in each of our vacation clerkship program each year. We offer two clerkships per the legal sections of the firm. You will have the opportunity to work year. Clerks work in one practice area for the duration of the clerkship. with our lawyers as a member of our legal team, attend professional development seminars and briefing sessions on business development Your application should include: strategies and information technology.

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a brief cover letter outlining your interests and suitability for a position at the firm

Of course, there is also a variety of social events organised for the •

a current CV outlining work experience, extra-curricular

clerks.

activities, and academic and non-academic achievements •

a recent copy of your academic transcript.

What does your Graduate program involve?

Our structured graduate program is designed to provide the best We ask all candidates to answer a few short questions about their foundation for your future success, wherever your career takes you. interest in Herbert Smith Freehills and commercial law generally.

Graduates will have three rotations in different practice groups. Applications should be sent via cvMail and addressed to Tanya During each rotation, graduates are assigned a supervising partner Dunbabin, Graduate Recruitment Consultant, at Tanya.Dunbabin@ and buddy.

hsf.com.

A learning and development program also supports the on-the-job Application dates: learning to help you to develop your leadership, business development, Open: 27 February 2017 negotiation and presentation skills. Training takes place during Close: 20 March 2017 working hours and is delivered by internal experts as well as specialist Offers: 8 May 2017 providers and leading commentators.

Please note: Applications will only be considered for one office Herbert Smith Freehills funds and assists graduates at the firm who of Herbert Smith Freehills, this includes globally. Only make an need to complete practical legal training to gain admission to practice. application to the office where you intend to start your career as a We encourage students to participate in our vacation clerkship graduate.

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HopgoodGanim Lawyers www.hopgoodganim.com.au

Lisa Stockwell | l.stockwell@hopgoodganim.com.au Level 8, 1 Eagle Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

27/02 - 20/03/2017 see website Who we are and what makes us unique?

Commercial acumen

More than 40 years ago, HopgoodGanim was founded by two great While good results at university are highly regarded, the ability to friends with a focus on commercial litigation and family law. Today, understand commercial problems is equally as important in the HopgoodGanim is a large and fully integrated national law firm people who join our team. Commerciality is something that we train offering solutions to commercial problems across the full spectrum of for, but we also look for graduate lawyers who are passionate about legal services. We continue to house one of Australia’s largest and most learning about an industry or market sector. well regarded family and relationship law practices.

Deliver a real service You may have asked yourself what makes HopgoodGanim different to Hand in hand with our relationship culture is the importance of any other firm? We believe it is the close relationships we have with delivering an exceptional client experience consistently. Every single our clients and each other. We do our very best work when we know member of the HopgoodGanim team has a role to play in what our our clients personally and we know their businesses inside and out. clients experience when they work with us and our graduate lawyers Inside our firm, people genuinely like each other, refer to each other as are no exception to this. friends and work collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes possible for our clients.

Change is coming The future of the legal profession is exciting. Our graduate lawyers will

Our culture

shape the future of this firm, the services we deliver, how we deliver

HopgoodGanim enjoys a reputation as a place where people love to them and how we work, so we’re looking for people who are excited come to work. We describe our culture as ‘The HG Way’ and central by the changes our profession is undergoing and who are ready to be a to this is a theme of ‘Business Mateship’. Business Mateship was a part of this change process with us. phrase we coined many years ago to capture the culture of friendship created by our founding partners and to describe how the people of What benefits can you offer your employees?

HopgoodGanim, our clients and other stakeholders come together and Our culture is also very much impacted by the flexible working interact. That is, we believe in treating each other, and our clients, as environment we nurture, our genuine commitment to ensuring the we would treat our friends.

health and wellbeing of our people is taken care of, and our active contribution to the communities in which we’re based.

What do you look for in a potential employee?

Relationships are crucial

Flexibility

We’re looking for graduate lawyers who will thrive in our relationship •

40% of our people take advantage of flexible work arrangements

culture. Your training will see you in front of clients most days of the •

An annual leave purchase scheme to allow you to take longer

week. Being able to connect and form a positive and professional

holidays

relationship with colleagues and clients is really important.

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A generous paid parental leave scheme

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Additional complimentary leave for all staff over the festive season

HopgoodGanim Lawyers www.hopgoodganim.com.au

Lisa Stockwell | l.stockwell@hopgoodganim.com.au Level 8, 1 Eagle Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

27/02 - 20/03/2017 see website Graduate Program Health and wellbeing

We offer our graduate lawyers two x 12 month placements during the

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Discounted personal training and fitness classes

program. One placement will be with one of our litigious practices and

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Flu vaccinations, eye testing, health and wellness seminars

the other will be with a non-litigious practice. We believe that this will

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Corporate dental program

allow you to gain a more complete understanding of the important

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Sporting teams

links between the transactions and negotiations at the front end of a

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Corporate massage

matter or transaction and how they can then form part of a dispute

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Access to Lawcare for all staff

down the track.

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A signatory to the TJMF Psychological Wellbeing: Best Practice Guidelines for the Legal Profession

Your placements in our practice groups are based on the business needs of the firm and your own personal preferences. While we can’t

Community •

guarantee that both placements will be your first choice, we certainly

An active pro-bono program and signatory to the Pro Bono Centre try our hardest to ensure that at least one of them is. of Australia’s aspirational pro bono target

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A member of the Caxton Legal Centre and Women’s Legal Service

Key dates (Brisbane)

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A lead sponsor of the Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal

Vacation Clerks (For winter 2017, summer 1 2017 and summer 2 2018)

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A workplace volunteering program with the Salvation Army

27 February 2017: Applications open

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A supporter of numerous other charitable causes including 20 March 2017: Applications close Foodbank and Youngcare

8 May 2017: Offers made 9 May 2017: Offers must be accepted or declined (5pm AEST)

Clerkship Program We offer three vacation clerkship programs over the course of a year. Graduate Lawyers (For roles commencing January 2018) The programs run for four weeks in June/July, December and January. 23 February 2017: Offers made to current staff / vacation clerks for Over the course of each program our vacation clerks spend time with graduate employment two different practice groups (based entirely on their preference) and 24 February 2017: Offers made to current staff / vacation clerks must will undertake real legal work as well as attend client meetings and be accepted or declined by 5pm AEST court appearances. Vacation clerkships are well suited to those law students in their fourth or penultimate year of university.

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HWL Ebsworth Lawyers www.hwlebsworth.com.au

Brisbane.Applications@hwle.com.au Level 19, 480 Queen Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

27/02 - 20/03/2017 07/08 - 14/08/2017 Who are you and what makes you unique?

HWL Ebsworth is a full service commercial law firm providing expert legal services at competitive rates, focusing on client outcomes. Our point of difference is the inherent trust we develop with clients - which is built upon our understanding of their unique business needs and a relationship driven approach. This, coupled with highly competitive pricing, makes us one of Australia’s pre-eminent commercial firms.

increase their knowledge in an area of law that they may not have been exposed to. The firm also has a well established pro-bono program and all Trainee Solicitors are strongly encouraged to participate.

What does your Clerkship program involve?

The HWL Ebsworth Winter Clerkship Program will provide a 3 week placement with the opportunity to gain experience within one Practice Group of the firm. Clerks will be paired with a Supervising Partner and a Mentor who will provide guidance and support throughout the Clerkship and deliver comprehensive feedback at the conclusion of the Clerkship. You will participate in a customised induction program that will assist in familiarising you with our systems, processes and values. During the Clerkship you will experience what it is like to be an employee of HWL Ebsworth.

Through our combination of legal specialists and industry experience, HWL Ebsworth has established a reputation as a legal service provider of choice for organisations across Australia and internationally. HWL Ebsworth continues to go from strength to strength and is currently ranked as the largest legal partnership in Australia according to the most recent partnership surveys published by The Australian and the Australian Financial Review. We are the only commercial law firm with an office in every Australian State and Territory. The firm comprises of What does your Graduate program involve? over 1,000 staff nationally, including over 200 Partners across our ten The HWL Ebsworth Trainee Solicitor Program is currently offered as a locations.

Supervised Traineeship, offering rotations through key practice areas of the firm. In addition to the hands-on rotations, Trainee Solicitors The culture of the firm will be provided with study support to complete the necessary external The Partnership is dynamic, forward thinking and committed to programmed legal training required for Admission in Queensland. developing a supportive working environment for our staff. We embrace a culture that is the product of our values - honesty, courage, Application and recruitment process relationships, maintaining high professional standards and a high Clerkship Program performance culture. We practice an open door policy where Partners Open - 27/02/2017 and Senior Management are available to discuss new ideas and Close - 20/03/2017 initiatives to best service our clients’ needs. We encourage our staff to maintain a healthy balance between work and personal life.

Graduate Program Open - 07/08/2017 What do you look for in a potential employee?

Close - 14/08/2017 We seek to attract high quality lawyers and support them with the best training, knowledge management resources and IT systems. To apply for a Trainee Solicitor position with HWL Ebsworth, HWL Ebsworth seek well-rounded applicants for our Trainee Solicitor applicants are required to complete an online application form and Program who espouse to our firm values and are committed to a long- include a copy of their academic transcripts and any additional term career with the firm. supporting documentation they wish to be considered. Following the submission of an application form, shortlisted candidates will progress What benefits can you offer your employees? through a two stage recruitment process including an Information HWL Ebsworth is committed to the ongoing professional development & Assessment Centre and an individual interview with a selection of our staff and providing the opportunity for employees to progress panel. Applications will only be accepted from recent law graduates or their career at the firm. This is supported by our quarterly performance students completing their degree in 2017. discussions and merit based Career Development Program initiatives.

The firm also runs an internal CLE program which allows staff the Firm/Contact Details opportunity to deliver seminars on topical areas of which they are a Website: http://www.hwlebsworth.com.au specialist. This ensures our staff are up to speed with industry legal Address: Level 19, 480 Queen Street, Brisbane QLD 4000 and regulatory developments and also allows staff the opportunity to Contact: Brisbane.Applications@hwle.com.au; (07) 3169 4752

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Johnson Winter & Slattery www.jws.com.au

(07) 3002 2555 Level 29, 111 Eagle Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

27/02 - 20/03/2017 n/a Who are you and what makes you unique?

The culture of the firm

Johnson Winter & Slattery is a national law firm where young lawyers We are driven by a desire to build client relationships by providing play a meaningful role in strategic and complex transactions and superior service and value, through finding a novel approach. Our disputes, and build relationships with executives from Australia’s focus is on clients and what we can do for them – not on financial most successful companies through close client contact.

targets or internal divisions. Notably beyond these guiding principles we do not have individual budgets, no fixed workgroups or teams.

We have an established reputation for providing practical commercial solutions and outstanding client service.

What do you look for in a potential employee?

The primary criteria for assessment of junior lawyer applications are

Our role

outstanding academic achievement, excellent communication skills,

Our representation of major corporations in many landmark and and a demonstrated interest in Commercial Law. transformational deals and complex disputes positions us as a leading independent Australian firm.

Our approach

We look for candidates that: •

are enthusiastic about succeeding in a service driven environment

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have excelled academically

With an appreciation of our client’s commercial needs, we blend legal •

are committed to the continual development of their technical

expertise with commercial and market awareness to deliver high

and commercial skills

quality legal services. This means working closely with clients and •

are excellent communicators

their in-house counsel to understand their commercial objectives, •

will thrive in a collaborative environment

and ensuring our approach is tailored to deliver timely commercial •

demonstrate a genuine interest in the commercial affairs of our

outcomes.

clients and Australian commerce

Our difference

What benefits can you offer your employees?

Our higher ratio of senior lawyers means clients engage directly At JWS all of our lawyers play a meaningful role in strategic and with the tactical minds and industry expertise required to succeed complex transactions and disputes, and build relationships with in complex and high stakes deals and disputes. A partnership ethos executives from Australia’s most successful companies through close of service, technical excellence and collaboration ensures the most client contact. relevant specialist expertise and experience is brought to bear on every assignment.

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Johnson Winter & Slattery www.jws.com.au

(07) 3002 2555 Level 29, 111 Eagle Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

27/02 - 20/03/2017 n/a We are a dynamic and commercial national firm, offering opportunities Application and recruitment process for development and advancement for lawyers at all levels as we Applications open: February 27, 2017 pursue a clear strategy for growth in our principal practice areas Applications close: March 20, 2017 across Australia.

Offers made: May 8, 2017

What does your Clerkship program involve?

All applications must be submitted via cvMail.

The clerkship program at JWS includes: •

Opportunity to work closely with practitioners across all of our For more information on what makes JWS unique, our recent work practice areas

and current opportunities including our clerkship program please

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Structured training program for Junior Lawyers

refer to the JWS website – http://www.jws.com.au/en.

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A strong focus on learning and development.

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Periodic review of performance

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Seeking guidance from a strong support network comprising Supervising Partner / Senior Associate, buddy and the professional development team.

What does our client base comprise of?

Our lawyers represent major private and public sector organisations in high-value transactional, advisory and dispute work.

Our clients typically fall into four broad categories: •

ASX listed and foreign corporations

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Substantial privately owned enterprises

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Not-for-profit organisations such as universities, industry bodies and charitable and cultural organisations

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Australian government, government agencies and regulators.

We build close relationships with our clients for the long-term and the quality of these relationships is reflected in the complexity and value of the work entrusted to us.

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K&L Gates

www.klgates.com (07) 3233 1233 Level 16, 66 Eagle Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

n/a 07/08 - 14/08/2017 Who are you and what makes you unique?

What benefits can you offer your employees?

Choosing a career at K&L Gates is choosing to be a part of a progressive K&L Gates is strongly committed to our lawyers’ professional and innovative law firm that continues to grow year on year. Delivering development. Partners throughout the firm, together with our legal services on an integrated and global basis with more than 2,000 professional development team, work to create an extensive range lawyers located across five continents, we are located in key capital of formal and informal professional development opportunities for cities and world commercial and financial centres. This has enabled all our lawyers. You will be offered the chance to join our social club, us to create a worldwide network of lawyers to serve clients’ growing participate in one of our sporting teams and take part in our pro-bono international needs.

community programs. Regular Friday night drinks and whole office

At K&L Gates, we embrace our core values. We believe in hiring lunches provide the opportunity to socialise with your colleagues collaborative, committed, and diverse individuals and teams; using and others outside of your practice area. In addition to this, we fully state-of-the-art

technology;

offering

continuous

professional support flexible working and offer other wellbeing initiatives to ensure

development training; and promoting pro bono and diversity our staff have a good working life balance. K&L Gates is committed to initiatives. Most importantly, we strive to cultivate an environment diversity, including championing working parents and developing that celebrates and rewards success.

our senior female leaders through our Diversity and Women in the Profession committees. In 2016 we once again received the citation for

The culture of the firm

Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.

We offer a collaborative, inclusive and social workplace and take interest in you as a person, not just an employee. We offer a wide What does your Graduate program involve? range of social, sporting and networking activities you can choose to The graduate program involves rotations through three practice be involved in. Our commitment to corporate social responsibility and groups. You will be exposed to a variety of areas of commercial law in all pro bono work also allows you to give back to the wider community.

rotations. Our graduate program is designed to give you the technical expertise and commercial context to succeed. Throughout the year

What do you look for in a potential employee?

you are supported with a buddy, supervisor and mentor. Partners and

We believe in hiring individuals who will become a part of our senior lawyers will support and guide you through each rotation and collaborative, committed and diverse team. Solid academic results support your career development. Your buddy, a junior lawyer, will are important but to be a successful lawyer you need to demonstrate help you transition into your new role. Your professional development talent and skill in a variety of areas. In your application to us you will program runs weekly. It combines Practical Legal Training (delivered demonstrate commerciality, logic and attention to detail as well as by the College of Law) with sessions presented by partners, lawyers, enthusiasm for delivering exceptional client service. To be successful external presenters and our professional development team. at K&L Gates you will be a self starter, with demonstrated initiative, tenacity and potential. You will be a strategic thinker and have sound Application and recruitment process judgement, excellent people skills and be professional and confident. We run our Graduate application process in line with QLS You must also be passionate and enthusiastic about our Firm! You guidelines. Applications open 7 August 2017 and close 14 must also possess first rate communication skills and be a team player August 2017 at 9am (AEST). All applications are to be submitted who is willing to listen but also willing to share thoughts and ideas.

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online by going to the Careers section of our website.

YOUR SEASONAL CLERKSHIP AT CORRS: TIPS & TRAPS OFFICE ETIQUETTE Tips

Tips

Be conscious of your surroundings in an open plan environment.

If you are on a long phone call or having a lengthy discussion, consider moving to a breakout room.

Say good morning to everyone when you arrive.

Check-in before you leave to see if you can assist further.

All firms have a style guide. Use it for everything!

When drafting, perform a search in the system for similar documents to use as a guide.

Traps In open plan, your team members are more easily accessible. It’s easy to fall into the trap of approaching them for everything – exercise your judgement and only approach when necessary.

E-ETIQUETTE Tips Add addressees last, in case you hit send before you’re ready.

Before sending an email, ask yourself, ‘would I be comfortable if the CEO read this?’

Use Instant Messaging (IM) for quick questions to peers and buddies.

Traps Not using an appropriate salutation and sign off.

As a general rule, avoid ‘hey’ and ‘cheers’.

Beware of ‘reply all’ - we all know someone who has been caught out!

Use judgement when using IM for senior lawyers and partners – think, have they sent you an IM before?

RECEIVING INSTRUCTIONS Tips Always bring a pen and paper.

Repeat instructions back to confirm you understand the task.

Ask questions like ‘how long should this take me?’ or ‘how long should this memo be?’ This will help you to schedule your time and track your progress.

W FIRM VIDUAL YOU. Traps

You are expected to have questions, but first consider the answer or solution yourself.

For example, ‘I researched X and think the answer is Y, am I on the right path?’ versus ‘I am stuck, what is the answer?’

Not considering context – understanding the context of a task will help you determine your writing style and broaden your understanding of the task. Ask ‘what is the purpose of this memo/email?’

Not being enthusiastic about each task. Enthusiasm about even the most menial task demonstrates your passion for law and that you are a team player.

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LEGAL WRITING

Traps Trying to sound like a ‘lawyer’. Our clients expect advice in plain English.

Not dedicating time to proofread and spell check – don’t let typos bring your quality of work down!

PRIORITISING Tips Communicate your task list to your mentor or buddy; they are aware of the group’s priorities and will help you determine what should be done first.

Check-in with your instructing lawyer regularly, eg daily, on how you are progressing with your task.

Use your calendar to record due dates and set reminders for yourself.

Traps Not communicating to your mentor or buddy when you feel under pressure.

Not being realistic about your own timeframes.

If you have many tasks to do, say, ‘thank you for giving me this task, however I do have X tasks to complete

by Friday. Can I complete this task for you on Monday?’

FEEDBACK Tips Be comfortable to ask for feedback from your instructing lawyer. You don’t need to wait for them to approach you. It can be as simple as saying ‘when you have a moment, I’d really appreciate feedback on X task’.

Source your own feedback by critically reviewing the final version of your work to learn what was changed, and ask why.

Traps Taking constructive criticism personally.

Not learning from, or implementing feedback.

Create a list of your feedback and review the key points against your work before submitting it.

A FINAL WORD Your fellow seasonal clerks are your allies.

Communicate and learn from each other’s experiences – chances are you will bump into your fellow clerks throughout your career!

King & Wood Mallesons www.kwm.com

Jill Stocker | jill.stocker@au.kwm.com Level 33, 1 Eagle Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

27/02/2017 see website King & Wood Mallesons

Regional Presence

Recognised as one of the world’s most innovative law firms, King & The King & Wood Mallesons network extends across the following Wood Mallesons offers a different perspective to commercial thinking regions: and the client experience. With access to a global platform, a team •

Asia Pacific (Australia, Mainland China including Hong Kong,

of over 2000 lawyers in 27 locations around the world, we work with

Japan, Singapore)

clients to help them understand local challenges, navigate through •

Europe

regional complexity, and to find commercial solutions that deliver a •

Middle East

competitive advantage for our clients.

North America

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As a leading international law firm headquartered in Asia, we help Our Programs clients to open doors and unlock opportunities as they look to Asian Seasonal clerkship program markets to unleash their full potential. Combining an unrivalled depth Applications open: Monday 27 February 2017 of expertise and breadth of relationships in our core markets, we are How to apply: Via our online application system at kwm.com/careers connecting Asia to the world, and the world to Asia.

We offer clerkships so that you get a clear picture of what it’s like to be Working in collaborative, flexible teams we apply our expertise in a lawyer at King & Wood Mallesons. You’ll get to know our people, connecting with and caring for our clients, standing in their shoes, the way we like to work, our culture, practice areas, clients and more. understanding what they want and then going ‘all out’ to deliver. Always For many, the clerkship is the first stage of continuous development at pushing the boundaries of what can be achieved, we are reshaping the King & Wood Mallesons. legal market and challenging our clients to think differently about what a law firm can be.

We’ve designed a program to help you make the most of your time with us. During your clerkship, you’ll learn:

Key statistics:

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The day-to-day skills to get you started – taking instructions,

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27 offices globally;

meeting with clients, drafting memos and documents, managing

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One of the largest international legal networks in the Asia region

your practice and professional relationships.

with 500+ partners and more than 2000 lawyers;

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The core practice teams at King & Wood Mallesons – who they are,

•

#1 global brand in Asia and #14 global legal brand *;

what they do, how they’re structured, the clients they work for,

•

Our clients are a mix of global financial and corporate powerhouses

and of course, your role within them.

to the new industry-makers and all levels of government (some for •

Our culture – working within your team, you’ll be exposed to (and

over 200 years); and

encouraged) to get actively involved in the many activities and

We are the only law firm able to practice Australian, PRC, Hong

events that help create our unique culture.

•

Kong and English law under one integrated legal brand.

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Our people – you’ll find that people from every part of the business will help you along, sharing their knowledge, and ensuring you

*Source: 2016 Acritas Sharp Global Elite Brand Index and 2016 Acritas Asia Pacific Law Firm Brand Index

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have everything you need to fit in, and do well.

King & Wood Mallesons www.kwm.com

Jill Stocker | jill.stocker@au.kwm.com Level 33, 1 Eagle Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

27/02/2017 see website Clerks usually work in one or two different practice groups, depending Graduates, ensuring that you meet the requirements for admission to on the length of the clerkship. You’ll be allocated a supervisor in each legal practice. of your practice groups and you’ll work closely with the partners, senior associates and solicitors in that team. It’s a hands-on role, so The program also promotes and supports the mobility of our staff you’ll not just be watching from the sidelines. During your time in the across our offices by giving you the opportunity to apply to go on team, you’ll be involved in telephone conversations, meetings, client exchange in one of our interstate or overseas offices. Through this, you visits and the deals the team is working on.

are able to access a greater choice and variety of destinations and onthe-job experience.

Every clerk receives feedback. Informal feedback is also provided on the job from partners, senior associates or solicitors talking you What do we look for? through the work you do.

KWM distinguishes itself from other top tier law firms in the way that it grows market leaders. We recruit high achieving, client

Our people have the opportunity to get involved in the many social centric, learning agile people with an international perspective. We and sporting activities that go on in the firm as well as the broader understand that technical excellence is only one success factor. We community in which we live.

value a range of skills in our employees and recognise that a diversity of strengths leads to best results.

Graduate Program Our graduates participate in a targeted development program, we have We are looking for people who have an intellectual curiosity and a framework that cultivates valuable skills and that sets them up for are intrinsically motivated. Excellent marks are not necessarily a success now and in the future.

predictor of career success. Are you empathetic? Can you stand in the shoes of our client and experience the problem from their perspective?

The program provides a practical business foundation for junior Is it more important to you to admire the problem or are you most lawyers. You’ll receive:

interested in providing a practical, efficient and commercially sound

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Meaningful work covering a wide range of practice areas

solution? Are you traditional and risk averse or are you excited by a

•

Client contact and an in-depth understanding of how they operate changing and fluid work environment? in a commercial and regulatory environment

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The opportunity to work with a range of partners, senior When you think about your career are you only focused on Australia, associates and solicitors in different practice groups

or do you appreciate that Australia’s closest neighbours are the new

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A practical understanding of areas of our legal practice

power houses of the global economy?

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A comprehensive knowledge of the firm, our technology, our resources, our processes and, of course, the people you’ll work We believe in team work and the ‘Power of Together’. We are not a with.

collection of siloed practices, but work closely across the network to pursue client opportunities. Through a high performance culture our

As part of the Graduate Program, we also offer a Practical Legal results are realised through collaboration, innovation and engagement.

Training (PLT) course with the College of Law to our Australian Law

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CLERKSHIPS A four week clerkship at JWS is unique from the typical commercial firm experience. Rather than spending your time confined to just one practice group, you will work across groups and with a variety of senior practitioners. During my clerkship, I gained exposure to matters emanating from Energy & Resources, Corporate, Competition, Regulatory and Dispute Resolution.

Additionally, I worked collaboratively with the Perth office given the broad geographic nature of a particular client’s activities.

In your first few days as a clerk, you will partake in a comprehensive induction programme to introduce you to the firm, its people, and its processes. As someone who had never worked in a law firm, these sessions were invaluable in easing my transition. They also demonstrated JWS’ commitment to ensuring that my four week experience would be as fruitful as possible.

The work I was involved in was both challenging and interesting. While there is always support in place, JWS gives you plenty of ‘rope’ to take charge of your work and see it through to completion.

During my clerkship, the tasks I was assigned included analysing and reporting on the effects of certain amending legislation, drafting a shareholder’s agreement following a review of a client’s existing arrangements, reviewing a share sale agreement, conducting both legal and non-legal research, and drafting a memorandum outlining a client’s legislative obligations. At each step along the way, there was an ‘open door’ policy whenever I needed guidance from the partners, as well as ample constructive feedback.

Following the completion of my clerkship, JWS offered me a graduate position which I readily accepted. With a higher ratio of senior practitioners to junior lawyers than other commercial firms, JWS provides superior opportunities to learn and work closely alongside some of Australia’s most talented lawyers.

Greg Travers – Summer Clerk, Brisbane

Maurice Blackburn

www.mauriceblackburn.com.au Mariah Pollard | MPollard@mauriceblackburn.com.au Level 8, 179 N Quay, Brisbane QLD 4000

27/02 - 20/03/2017 N/a Who are you and what makes you unique?

Maurice Blackburn stands above the pack. We genuinely believe in our values and in making a difference. Our people are highly motivated, and fight with tenacity for what is fair. We represent people who have been involved in workplace and motor vehicle accidents, have suffered unfair treatment, are suffering from an asbestos-related disease, need help to access their superannuation or insurance benefits, or have been left out of a will. We act in significant social justice cases that impact the community, and lead class actions on behalf of individual groups, shareholders & businesses that have suffered loss due to illegal corporate behaviour. We represent those who would otherwise not have a voice.

The culture of the firm Our belief that the law should serve everyone, is at the heart of who we are and what we do. This philosophy applies to the cases we take on, our fee structure and the type of people who work here. Maurice Blackburn employees benefit from a strong and supportive workplace culture.

We value continued professional, technical, personal and leadership development. We have a long history of litigating and campaigning for social change and justice, and we strongly value fairness and equality.

However it isn’t only through cases and client work that make our vision a reality; we have several internal groups that employees can be involved in. These include our Women’s Network, PRIDE group (promotes the rights and interests of the LGBTIQ community), Cultural Diversity Group, Sustainability Committee, and the Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Rights Committee.

What do you look for in a potential employee?

We’re looking for individuals from diverse backgrounds who share our values and passions for helping everyday Australians. Successful candidates should demonstrate: • A genuine interest in plaintiff law, including a knowledge of our key areas of practice; • An understanding of our history and appreciation of our values; • Exceptional academic achievements in law; • Commercial awareness; • An ability to communicate effectively with people from all backgrounds; • The ability to empathise with our clients; • An openness to travel to different locations; • A passion for diversity and social justice.

What benefits can you offer your employees?

There are a number of additional benefits available to employees at Maurice Blackburn: • Health and Wellbeing Program (seminars, gym membership or reimbursement of health initiatives, flu vaccinations and fruit delivery); • Study support and leave (in accordance with our policy); • Salary continuance and life cover insurance; • Annual leave loading; • Employee Assistance Program; • Legal fees discount and free wills service; • Practising certificate renewal and ALA membership (for Lawyers); • Program which provides access to discounted goods and services; • Flexible work opportunities.

What does your Clerkship program involve?

Our Seasonal Clerkship provides you with a broad overview of all aspects of plaintiff law, along with real, practical experience. This program features one four-week rotation in a key practice area and hands-on experience working alongside senior Lawyers.

What does your Graduate program involve?

Maurice Blackburn’s Trainee Lawyer Program is designed to familiarise you with all aspects of plaintiff law. Our program involves formal training from a range of internal and external presenters, exposure to real cases and the opportunity to work with real clients, experience working alongside our senior Lawyers, two six month rotations in different practice areas to help you choose a career path and exposure to both CBD and regional offices.

Application and recruitment process Seasonal Clerkship Applications open: 9.00am 27th February 2017 Applications close: 9.00am 20th March 2017 Offers made: 8th May 2017 Offers to be accepted / declined: 5.00pm 9th May 2017 Trainee Lawyer Program Applications open: 9.00am 7th August 2017 Applications close: 9.00am 14th August 2017 Offers made: 18th September 2017 Offers to be accepted / declined: 5.00pm 19th September 2017

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McCullough Robertson www.mccullough.com.au

Tara Elston | telston@mccullough.com.au Level 11, 66 Eagle Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

27/02 - 20/03/2017 see website •

Plenty of opportunities to learn and develop ‘#out of office’.

Between your two internships, you will be invited to attend firm social events giving you rich opportunities to network and build your contact base

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A stronger base to build lifelong relationships and get to know our firm and its culture

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An earlier opportunity to apply for our Graduate Program with established relationships and in a more advantageous position

YOU’LL ENJOY OUR CULTURE We are down to earth and friendly – a top-tier firm without the bigfirm attitude. Our people are challenged to do their best, reach higher and achieve their goals, both personally and professionally.

Last year we were named employer of choice for the third year running AT MCR WE DO THINGS A BIT DIFFERENTLY

in recognition of our commitment to providing a flexible workplace

Our unique internship program recruits law students in their pre- that acknowledges the unique challenges and circumstances of penultimate year for an eight week program, which is completed over modern families. two years.

We believe strongly in diversity and insist on upholding an inclusive Our internship program, which starts earlier in your degree gives you: workplace which allows our people to bring their whole self to work.

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The opportunity to explore a broader spectrum of legal work, interests and potential before you decide on your area of Last but not least, we recognise that it’s not all about work. We specialisation

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encourage our people to get involved and provide plenty of

Additional opportunities to develop your technical legal skills, opportunities catering for all interests. If you’re sporty you might like working alongside industry specialists, in a variety of our national to cycle with the McRollers or play basketball with the McShooters. If, practice areas

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like us, you are community minded we have a Community Partnership

Early and exclusive access to our mentoring program, giving you Program which supports community organisations and charities access to a dedicated Senior Associate throughout the remainder across a range of areas including indigenous education, mental health of your degree

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and rural and remote communities.

McCullough Robertson www.mccullough.com.au

Tara Elston | telston@mccullough.com.au Level 11, 66 Eagle Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

27/02 - 20/03/2017 see website WHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO •

For interns, we provide an induction program which introduces early in their career. We look for confident, independent thinkers who you to different practice groups and the work that they do

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are passionate about providing the best possible service to our clients.

Personal and professional development programs including CV building, interview skills, public speaking and networking

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At McR we are renowned for challenging our interns and graduates

HOW TO APPLY

On the job training with support from your buddy (a junior lawyer) Visit our Careers page at www.mccullough.com.au/careers. and your mentor (a Senior Associate)

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The opportunity to work on challenging, high profile matters for KEY DATES 2017 some of the biggest organisations in Australia and around the Approximate number of positions: 20-25 interns world

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Number of programs available: 1 Summer, 1 Winter

Subsidised (and good) coffee made by our in-house barista and Applications open: Monday 27 February 2017 the convenience of our in-house café Nosh, which offers extensive Applications close: Monday 20 March 2017 (9am AEST) menu options for breakfast and lunch

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Offers made: Tuesday 2 May 2017

Heaps of opportunities to give back to the community through pro bono and volunteer work

CONTACT Tara Elston

COME ON A JOURNEY WITH US

Human Resources Coordinator

The program you choose now could define your career so it’s important 07 3233 8812 you make the right choice. We are looking for students in their pre- telston@mccullough.com.au penultimate year of study who want to come on a journey with us – starting with our two year internship program and potentially ending CONNECT WITH US with a position in our Graduate Program.

Connect with us on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn to stay across our latest news, events and industry updates. Search for @mcrlaw.

As an intern at McR, your two four-week stints in our office are part of a broader development program which is rolled out over two years.

We are looking for highly motivated people who understand the value of, and are willing to embrace, our ‘#out of office’ development opportunities.

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McInnes Wilson www.mcw.com.au

recruitment@mcw.com.au Level 23, 345 Queen Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

01/03 - 14/04/2017 01/03 - 14/04/2017 Who are you and what makes you unique?

Employee Benefits

McInnes Wilson Lawyers is an award winning national law firm with Participants of the Graduate and Clerkship program can expect to a wealth of experience in a broad range of specialised legal services experience access to a wide variety of legal work and are provided the representing local, national and international clients.

opportunity to work directly with clients to develop their skills on real legal matters. You will also have access to personal and professional

Valuing differences is what makes McInnes Wilson Lawyers unique. development activities including participation in the firm’s mentoring Our people are an essential part of the firm’s continued success and program which aims to encourage personal and professional growth growth and we believe by creating diverse and stimulating teams, through career guidance and professional support from Principals every employee is encouraged to take initiative and be proactive in and senior lawyers. achieving excellence.

Graduate and Clerkship Program The Culture of the Firm

Our Graduate and Clerkship program provides participants with the

McInnes Wilson Lawyers has been recognised as a winner for Employer opportunity to gain experience in the day to day operations of a law of Choice in The Australian Business Awards 2016. This achievement firm whilst practically applying skills and knowledge gained through can be attributed to the progressive focus of the firm on developing your studies. This experience, coupled with ongoing guidance and and supporting its workforce.

mentoring from Principals and senior staff, will provide you with an enviable skills platform to successfully launch your legal career.

The firm is characterised by a culture which encourages every employee to actively be a part of the learning organisation developed over the Our Law clerks work on an ongoing basis through the entirety of their last decade. We encourage employees to achieve high performance, studies, and our Law graduates have the opportunity to undertake the personal and professional accountability and collaboration both firm’s 12 month Supervised Workplace Traineeship in the January within and outside of the firm.

intake.

We foster a culture that produces results, promotes innovative Application Requirements thinking, encourages and rewards loyalty and above all else, makes To be eligible for the Graduate and Clerkship program, applicants McInnes Wilson Lawyers a great place to work.

must have a GPA of 5 and above and a demonstrated record of full and/ or part time work experience (legal and/or non-legal). Participation in

What do we look for in potential employees?

a team sport and voluntary work is highly desirable.

Our staff members come from a diverse range of backgrounds and we look for qualities in our junior lawyers that align with the firm’s vision, Graduate and Clerkship applications for the July 2017 intake will open values and culture. We look for ambitious employees who display on 1 March 2017 and close on 14 April 2017. loyalty, integrity and innovation whilst providing quality solutions for our clients with a commitment to excellence and the highest For further information on how to apply for our Graduate and professional standards.

Clerkship program please visit our Careers page at www.mcw.com.au/ page/Careers.

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MinterEllison

graduates.minterellison.com Ciara Phelan | ciara.phelan@minterellison.com Level 22, 1 Eagle Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

27/02 - 20/03/2017 see website Who are you and what makes you unique?

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You have what it takes to apply technical thinking through the

At MinterEllison our aspiration is to be our clients’ best partner.

prism of commercial advice.

Our large, diverse client base includes public and private companies, •

The status quo bores you. You want to be part of something

leading multinationals operating in the region, global financial

different.

institutions, and government and state-owned entities.

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You’re looking for a Firm with a clear game plan.

We think beyond the law and apply a commercial approach and creative What benefits can you offer your employees? thinking to some of the region’s most high-profile transactions, You will enjoy: projects and disputes. We draw on the extensive capability of our own •

a variety of challenging work for interesting clients

office network and relationships with other leading firms around the •

an opportunity to develop your legal and commercial skills within

world to deliver seamless service to our clients wherever they need us.

our strong learning culture

The culture of the firm

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support and guidance from our lawyers and partners

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being part of a high performing team of clerks who are passionate

If you start your career at MinterEllison, your experience in the first

about a career with MinterEllison

few years will be full of challenging and exciting work, support and •

a fantastic mix of real life work experience, learning &

mentorship, and professional and personal growth, all the while

development and social activities

having the opportunity to develop new networks and friendships.

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top tier perks such as first class premises, facilities and administrative support, in-house catering, gym access and much

We invest heavily in the development and empowerment of our talent

more!

through our carefully designed clerkship and graduate programs, and look to give graduates opportunities to collaborate, innovate What does your Clerkship program involve? and inspire from day one. This investment includes a number of Our vacation clerkships offer you real life work experience. A MinterEllison’s career development initiatives that drive our success comprehensive orientation program and learning on the job will with clients, our growth, and our unique culture.

help you build your legal skills and commercial acumen. During our program you will:

What do you look for in a potential employee?

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You should consider a career at MinterEllison if:

Work closely with partners and lawyers on active matters to meet deadlines

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Your passion for excellence leads you to winning solutions.

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Building relationships excites you. You see yourself outside the •

Participate in tangible learning & development activities and

office, working in partnership with clients.

Attend social and networking events.

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Produce quality and meaningful work

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You think outside the box and embrace new ideas.

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You want to feel empowered and be part of a high performance You will also be allocated a supervisor for daily support who will help team.

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Collaboration and inclusiveness are principles you value.

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you manage your workload, and a ‘buddy’ for extra insight and advice.

MinterEllison

graduates.minterellison.com Ciara Phelan | ciara.phelan@minterellison.com Level 22, 1 Eagle Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

27/02 - 20/03/2017 see website What does your Graduate program involve?

Create innovative solutions for clients

MinterEllison’s clerkship program is the main starting point With our solution focus, we understand that all of our clients have a for our graduate positions in all offices (however we also recruit unique business and to solve their problems in real time we need to graduates who have not undertaken a clerkship at the firm). If be innovative in everything that we do. You will be challenged to think you are successful throughout the clerkship in moving through outside the box by a firm that embraces new ideas. to our graduate program, then a whole world of opportunity awaits you. Here’s a quick overview of what’s involved: Gain broad exposure through a flexible graduate program We are committed to ensuring that you have the all the information As a MinterEllison graduate you will:

you need to make the right decision about where to focus your career.

Be more than just a technically excellent Lawyer

Our program is designed to give you the critical experiences necessary

MinterEllison is committed to providing you with the tools to become to become a well-rounded lawyer. not just a qualified lawyer, but also empowering you to be a technical thinker and a truly commercial advisor, enabling you to utilise your Application and recruitment process business acumen every time you interact with clients.

Vacation Clerk positions: approximately 35 – 40 positions over 3 intakes

Achieve early success through fast tracked career opportunities

Opening date: 27 February 2017

At MinterEllison we understand that our people are our greatest asset. Closing date: 9:00am 20 March 2017 We have invested heavily in understanding how best to capitalise on Method of application: http://graduates.minterellison.com the unique and diverse range of expertise that our people bring to the firm.

Graduate positions: The majority of our graduate positions are filled through the priority offer system, therefore, availability of further

Become your clients’ best partner

graduate positions will be determined later in the year.

MinterEllison lives and breathes the mantra of our clients’ best partner, through the relationship driven approach to the way we work. Contact: By placing you outside the office you will have genuine opportunities Ciara Phelan to work hand in glove with clients where you will build enduring Resourcing Consultant relationships both locally and internationally.

07 3119 6326 ciara.phelan@minterellison.com

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THOMSON GEER CLERKSHIP – AN INSIGHT Alexandra Meeuwsen - Graduate Lawyer

A clerkship with Thomson Geer is a great way to gain an insight into the operation of a successful, fully integrated national corporate law firm and what it can offer you in your career You are given the opportunity to learn from and work with lawyers and partners who are continually recognised locally and nationally for their knowledge and expertise in their respective fields.

Thomson Geer values and invests in continued development and training for their practitioners.

Opportunities are regularly offered and include training in hard skills, such as technical use of software, and soft skills, such as conflict resolution training and managing work life balance. Thomson Geer offers in-house continued professional development and encourages involvement with relevant professional organisations and associations.

But don’t worry, it’s not all work and no play. We have weekly drinks on Friday night, which provides an opportunity to get to know each other socially and professionally. We have a Social Club that arranges various events throughout the year including quiz nights, wine tours, cocktail nights and a Mid-Year Ball.

The Clerkship The four week clerkship program begins with induction. It was evident from the outset just how invested Thomson Geer was in our development. These first few days we heard from current graduate lawyers about the firm culture and general practical expectations. It was nice to have advice and reassurance from people who had been in our position only 12 months before. More senior lawyers from each department also provided insight into their practice area and the type of work they do. This gave a clear picture of the services we offer and the diversity of our clients.

Clerks are assigned a practice area and supervising partner but are encouraged to experience work with other teams. During my clerkship I worked in the Property team but also assisted the Corporate, Tax and Employment teams. The opportunity to experience multiple practice areas was extremely beneficial and allowed me to reflect on areas of practice I would consider pursuing. The types of work that the clerks were given included drafting, reviewing transactional documents, researching and drafting memos, attending client meetings, discovery and attending court. The work you do is real and worthwhile.

We were supported throughout our clerkship including weekly meetings with HR to debrief and raise any concerns. We were each assigned a mentor who worked in our practice group – my mentor was a great support and gave lots of practical assistance. He was always approachable and made time for any queries I had.

The Graduate Program Graduates at Thomson Geer are recruited straight from the clerkship program. The graduate program runs for 12 months, including rotations in different practice areas. Graduates are assigned a mentor, who guides you in relation to your work and performance. You are also assigned a buddy, who is generally another young lawyer, to offer support and advice more generally about being a young lawyer and the transition from University to working life.

The firm encourages graduates to become involved in matters and to engage directly with clients.

The training is also ongoing with New Lawyer Training sessions being run every month or so to assist the graduates to learn practical skills. These sessions were based on topics such as drafting, court appearances and how to manage files.

The most valuable aspect of the graduate program is the rotations. As a young lawyer you are able to learn new legal skills and knowledge from different teams and then take that experience into the practice area in which you ultimately practice.

Reviews are also offered quarterly through the graduate program. These reviews allow you to implement and act upon constructive advice before your conclusion with the practice area. The review process is a valuable part of your continued development.

Participating in the clerkship and graduate programs at Thomson Geer, whilst at times challenging, is very rewarding. I encourage you all to apply for a clerkship with Thomson Geer and wish you the best of luck with your applications.

ADVICE | TRANSACTIONS | DISPUTES Domestic & Cross Border www.tglaw.com.au Sydney | Melbourne | Brisbane | Adelaide

Qut PLT

www.qut.edu.au/study/legal-practice law_enquiries@qut.edu.au C Block, Level 3, 2 George St, Brisbane QLD 4000

see below n/a Who are you and what makes you unique?

What does your Clerkship program involve?

QUT’s PLT is the only one that finds you a work placement. We have You can study full time, part time or online. You’ll learn by working relationships with 400 firms, government departments, in-house legal on simulated legal problems and tasks—the type of work that lawyers teams and non-profit organisations so we can match you with you to undertake in real-world workplaces: your perfect placement. In the past 3 years, 526 of our students went •

interviewing and negotiating

on 4 week placements that we have sourced for them, with many of •

drafting legal documents

those students securing full time graduate roles as a result. We have a •

writing legal letters

full-time work placement coordinator to advise you on your placement •

executing property, litigation and

options.

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commercial transactions and proceedings.

The culture of the firm

Throughout the course you’ll build a portfolio of practical know-

QUT’s PLT is a supportive and driven environment, that has real-world how and develop professional communication skills and workplace learning at its core.

productivity skills.

Our course benefits from direct and indirect contributions from practicing lawyers. You will enjoy the support of staff who have practised law as solicitors or barristers.

Application and recruitment process Start in January, March, June or August. Key dates are on our website at www.qut.edu.au/study/legal-practice.

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Thomson Geer www.tglaw.com.au

Danielle Schmidt | dschmidt@tglaw.com.au Level 16, 1 Eagle Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

27/02 - 20/03/2017 see website Who are you and what makes you unique?

We are a large Australian Corporate law firm. We have a total of 527 people, including 85 Partners and more than 275 other professionals operating out of our offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide. Our industry coverage and client work is diverse.

SPECIALIST PRACTICE AREAS • Advertising & Marketing • Agribusiness • Banking & Finance • Biotechnology & Pharmaceutical • Competition & Regulation • Construction & Projects • Corporate & Advisory • Employment, Workplace Relations & Safety • Energy & Resources • Environment & Planning • Franchising • Funds Management & Financial Services • Gaming & Leisure • Government • Health, Aged Care & Retirement Villages • Insurance • Intellectual Property • Litigation & Dispute Resolution • Media, Broadcasting & Entertainment • Mergers & Acquisitions • Property • Restructuring & Insolvency • Superannuation & Wealth Management • Tax • Technology • Telecommunications

We work hard to enhance this culture through transparent and authentic communication, and by ensuring we are respectful and accountable to each other every day.

Our clients are at the centre of everything we do; so it is not only the openness we demonstrate in our dealings with each other, but also the well-established and trusting relationships we have with our clients, which make Thomson Geer a great place to work.

We also have an active social committee with lots of opportunities to develop close relationships with your colleagues. Our lawyers and other staff also practice their teamwork outside of the office by participating in various sporting teams.

Community involvement and workplace giving Thomson Geer is committed to pro bono and corporate social responsibility. We provide pro bono legal services across all our offices and have dedicated senior lawyers who take ownership of the program.

We currently nominate a target value of Pro Bono Work of 10% of all billable income from relevant Commonwealth legal work.

Of particular note is the pro bono work we do in association with Cancer Council Australia. Thomson Geer provides a free service in assisting terminally-ill cancer patients with their legal needs. We also provide pro bono advice to homeless people at St Vincentian House in Sydney and participate in the FareShare program which provides free meals to the hungry and homeless.

Engaging in pro bono work is rewarding for both our communities and our lawyers. Those who engage in these activities are often exposed to experiences, clients, areas of law, and procedures that are not accessible in their everyday job.

We have access to high quality work for major institutional clients in sectors such as banking, construction, energy, health, telecommunications, property development and gaming and leisure giving our lawyers exposure to excellent work while maintaining small teams where each lawyer gets to develop and learn from senior lawyers including partners.

What do you look for in a potential employee?

We are looking for hard-working and motivated law students who have excelled academically, are client focused, commercially minded, work well in a team environment and are enthusiastic about commencing their career with a dynamic law firm. We are especially keen to talk to students who have an additional technical degree!

The culture of the firm The Law is an incredibly rewarding profession, however we also recognise that it can be demanding. For this reason Thomson Geer aims to create an environment that is flexible, friendly, personable, collegiate and professionally stimulating.

We view all of our clerks as potential graduates, and all of our graduates as potential leaders. We therefore look for the same qualities in our clerks and graduates that our lawyers need to possess.

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Our lawyers need to be genuinely interested in our clients and their businesses. They need a critical and curious mind and be passionate

Thomson Geer www.tglaw.com.au

Danielle Schmidt | dschmidt@tglaw.com.au Level 16, 1 Eagle Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

27/02 - 20/03/2017 see website about developing solutions for our clients’ legal needs in their During your clerkship with Thomson Geer you will: commercial context.

• participate in a structured induction program spread out over the course of your clerkship Our lawyers need to work constructively in diverse teams with both • undertake meaningful work for real clients, this includes senior and junior practitioners across legal disciplines and across opportunities to attend client meetings, observe court jurisdictions. proceedings, conduct legal research, draft correspondence and court documents and develop technical skills in areas such as What benefits can you offer your employees? drafting, due diligence and disclosure.

We support our lawyers with multiple streams of in-house training • have the assistance and support of a supervising partner as well as and development programs throughout their career as well as a junior lawyer who remembers what it was like to be a new clerk opportunities to undertake external study. and can act as a buddy and mentor • have weekly catch ups with your mentor and with People & We also know that wellbeing has a significant impact on motivation, Development morale and performance at work. Our wellbeing@work program • have secretarial support and access to fantastic technology and supports all our people to maintain a healthy, balanced lifestyle. research resources • participate in a formal performance review process with your A snapshot of some of our benefits: supervising partner and mentor to reflect on your development and capture feedback from your colleagues.

Wellbeing • Access to free, confidential counselling service for employees and What does your graduate program involve? their immediate families Students who complete a clerkship with the firm will be eligible to • In-house exercise programs such as yoga be considered for a position in the firm’s next graduate program, • Corporate health insurance rates commencing in 2019. This program runs for 12 months and includes • Healthy breakfast provisions and fresh fruit rotation among different practice areas to help determine the area of • Flu vaccinations and skin checks law which best suits you.

Balance • Ability to ‘purchase’ additional annual leave each year • Generous paid parental leave benefits • Flexible work policies • Community service leave • Tertiary assistance and study leave

This program is geared towards expanding your skills across a range of practice areas. You will be able to express your preference for the areas of practice through which you would like to rotate.

In Brisbane, we offer our graduates the opportunity to complete a Supervised Workplace Traineeship (SWT). The SWT consists of rotations through core practice groups of the firm. All trainees complete comprehensive training in-house, as well as structured external training which will allow you to tick off all required competencies to gain admission to practice.

Fun • End of Financial Year and Christmas social functions • Active Social Club • Discounted goods and services through our clients and commercial partners Application and recruitment process • Friday night drinks Applications open 27 February 2017 via cvMail or the Thomson Geer • Sporting teams website, and close on 20 March 2017. Offers will be made by Monday 8 May. What does your clerkship program involve?

We offer a structured program where Clerks learn through a Should you require any further information on our clerkship or combination of hands-on experience, training, coaching and graduate programs, please contact: observation.

Danielle Schmidt (People and Development Manager) dschmidt@tglaw.com.au; (07) 3338 7574

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Financial Firms

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ANZ www.anz.com/about-us/careers/ Various locations Contact Programs

anzgrad@anz.com Generalist Bankers Program: Summer Intern Program: New Colombo Plan:

See website for more information and updates.

See website for more information and updates.

See website for more information and updates.

BDO www.bdo.com.au Level 10, 12 Creek Street, Brisbane City QLD 4000 Contact Programs

Brisbane - Sara McGahen: Sara.McGahen@bdo.com.au Graduate Program: Adelaide: opens now, closes 31 March.

Brisbane: opens 27 February, closes 31 March.

Melbourne: opens 13 March, closes 11.59pm 26 March.

Hobart: see website.

Perth: opens 21 February, closes 28 March.

Sydney: opens 13 February, closes 11.59pm 26 March.

Vacationers Program: Brisbane: opens 27 February, closes 31 March.

Perth: opens 21 February, closes 28 March.

CA Achiever Program: Adelaide: see website.

Cadetship Melbourne: See website.

Sydney: See website.

Commonwealth Bank of australia www.commbank.com.au Commonwealth Bank Building, 240 Queen St, Brisbane City QLD 4000 Contact Programs

graduaterecruitment@cba.com.au Graduate Program: Opens 23 February, closes 26 March.

Indigenous Careers See website See website for more information and updates..

Program:

Disclaimer: Information provided is subject to change. Visit website for confirmation and updates.

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CLERKSHIP PROGRAM If you’re a law student in your penultimate year, our Clerkship Programs will expose you to the fast pace of a full-service commercial law firm and show you the law in action.

You’ll be working under the guidance of some of the sharpest legal minds in Australia, on challenging, complex and high-profile transactions and matters. You’ll be mentored by partners and lawyers who are leaders in their fields, in a firm where individuality is embraced and innovation actively encouraged.

GRADUATE PROGRAM It’s not just about wearing a suit.

There’s always a gap between theory and practice, and post-university prospects can be daunting. How do you make the leap to working in the industry?

That’s where we come in.

Once you’ve completed your studies, our national Graduate Program gives you the perfect foundation for your legal career. Our 2.5 week orientation program is designed to ensure that you’ll hit the ground running. It consists of PLT+, local training and a national orientation week in Sydney.

Our rotations will help you discover different areas and find the right fit. From day one you’ll be working on complex and sophisticated legal issues, and with our innovative learning and development approach, you’ll get the support to become the best you can be.

You’ll get…

• Three rotations of six months in our national practice groups • continuing legal education programs and professional development support • mentoring from some of the best lawyers in the country • a buddy who’ll give you the inside information

• the chance to participate in our Community Connect and Pro Bono programs and really give back

• meaningful performance feedback so you know you’re on • social and sporting activities, because we know it’s not the right track all work and no play.

We hire most of our Graduates from our Clerkship Programs. Occasionally, additional opportunities may arise. These opportunities will be listed on our website.

Deloitte www.deloitte.com.au Riverside Centre, 123 Eagle St, Brisbane City QLD 4000 Contact Programs

Heather Hunt: Manager – Graduate Talent Acquisition Graduate Program: Opens 22 February, closes 5 April (note: Adelaide will close earlier on 24 March) Summer Vacation Opens 22 February, closes 19 April.

Program:

Grant Thornton www.grantthornton.com.au Level 18, 145 Ann Street, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

info.qld@au.gt.com Graduate Program: Opens 6 February.

Vacation Experience Opens 6 February.

Program:

KPMG www.kpmg.com Level 16, Riparian Plaza, 71 Eagle Street, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

+61 7 3233 3111 Graduate Program: Summer Vacation Program:

Opens 20 February.

Opens 20 February.

Macquarie Group macquarie.com Level 16A Central Plaza One, 345 Queen Street, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

+61 7 3233 5333 Graduate Program: Internship:

See website for more information and updates.

See website for more information and updates.

Disclaimer: Information provided is subject to change. Visit website for confirmation and updates.

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PricewaterhouseCoopers www.pwc.com.au 480 Queen Street, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

+61 (7) 3257 5000 Graduate Program:

Vacation Program:

Trainee Program:

Opens in all cities on 20 February Melbourne & Sydney: closes 5 March.

Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Newcastle, Perth: closes 2 April.

Opens in all cities on 20 February.

Melbourne & Sydney: closes 19 March.

Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Newcastle, perth: closes 2 April.

See website.

Suncorp www.suncorpgroupgraduates.com.au Various locations Contact Programs

graduateprogram@suncorp.com.au Graduate Program: Opens March.

IT Scholarship for Opens September. women Vacation Program: Opens September.

Westpac www. graduates.westpacgroup.com.au Various locations Contact Programs

graduate@westpac.com.au Summer Internship: Opens July.

Graduate Program: See website.

Disclaimer: Information provided is subject to change. Visit website for confirmation and updates.

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Innovate James Majarich, Martina Pasqualino, Eric Norris and Rosie Watts working together to prepare for our inaugural firm hackathon.

graduates.minterellison.com

Other businesses

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Accenture www.accenture.com Level 30, 10 Eagle St, Brisbane City QLD 4000 Contact Programs

+61 7 3117 4001 Graduate Program:

Opens October.

Ernst & Young www.ey.com 111 Eagle St, Brisbane City QLD 4000 Contact Programs

Graduate Program: Opens 13 February, closes 31 March.

Real Estate Advisory See website for more information and updates.

Practical Placement:

Hassell Studio www.hassellstudio.com 36 Warry St, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006 Contact Programs

brisbane@hassellstudio.com Internship Program: See website for more information and updates.

Korda Mentha www.kordamentha.com Level 14, 12 Creek Street, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

info@kordamentha.com Graduate and Brisbane: opens 20 February, closes 27 March.

Vacation Program: Melbourne: opens 20 February, closes 26 March.

Perth: opens 20 Feb, closes 16 March.

Sydney: opens 20 February, closes 20 March.

Townsville: opens 20 February, closes 27 March.

Disclaimer: Information provided is subject to change. Visit website for confirmation and updates.

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lendlease www.lendlease.com Level 3 Kingsgate, 2 King St, Bowen Hills QLD 4006 Contact Programs

(07) 3027 3000 Aspire Program: Inspire Program:

See website for more information and updates.

See website for more information and updates.

New Hope Corporation www.newhopegroup.com.au 3/22 Magnolia Drive, Brookwater QLD 4300 Contact Programs

community@newhopegroup.com.au Vacation Work See website for more information and updates.

Program:

Rio Tinto www.riotinto.com 120 Collins Street, Melbourne QLD 3000 Contact Programs

+61 3 9283 3333 Graduate program:

See website for more information and updates.

Santos www.santos.com Level 22, Santos Place, 32 Turbot Street, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

+61 8 8116 5000 Vacation Program:

Opens March, closes May

Telstra www.telstra.com.au/careers Various locations Contact Programs

Graduate program in Asia: Summer Vacation Program:

Now open.

Now open until 11.55pm 1 August.

Disclaimer: Information provided is subject to change. Visit website for confirmation and updates.

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START YOUR CAREER WITH A LARGE AUSTRALIAN CORPORATE LAW FIRM. We have 85 Partners and more than 275 other professionals operating out of our offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide. Our industry coverage and client work is diverse.

Our clients include companies in banking and finance, construction, energy and resources, healthcare, telecommunications, property development, wealth management, tax, gaming and leisure, and media, broadcasting and entertainment.

WHAT OUR GRADUATES SAY ABOUT US “At Thomson Geer, I feel like I am constantly learning and developing. The senior members of my team take an active interest in mentoring their graduates and junior lawyers through open communication, providing feedback, and direct involvement in real work. Having the support of more experienced lawyers has helped me find my place within the firm and given me confidence in my legal career.” Miranda Nelson, Lawyer “During my time in the Graduate program at Thomson Geer I was given the chance to actively participate in many real work opportunities, just some of which included attending meetings with clients, experts and counsel, drafting court documents, attending court for the entirety of a trial and appearing in court. This work allowed me to develop my skills in many different areas and gain invaluable experience early in my legal career.” Lauren Abbott, Lawyer “After two years working in the Adelaide office I applied for a role in the Sydney office when a position became vacant. I was able to seamlessly change offices and live in a new city.” Venks Ananthakrishnan, Senior Associate

YOUR FUTURE AND OUR FUTURE We know you’re not just a student on work experience.

We want to give you a realistic and stretching introduction to the legal profession. How does this happen? From day one, you’ll be an active participant in the team, involved in all aspects of legal practice, and working directly with experienced practitioners. We also want you to enjoy your time with us – there are lots of social events you can get involved in – and what better way for you to get to know your colleagues?

DEVELOPING YOUR SKILLS TO SET YOU UP FOR A BRIGHT FUTURE We will dedicate significant time to your development as an up and coming lawyer in our team: an investment in you is an investment in our future, and the future of our valued clients.

You will find that all of our partners and staff are approachable and always happy to share their knowledge and experience with you. We encourage our clerks, graduates and trainees to get as much exposure to different practice areas and ways of working as they can – this is a reflection of how we work as a wider organisation; a fully integrated, cohesive, national team.

APPLICATIONS If your ambition is to develop a career in commercial law and you possess the drive to make your ambitions a reality, then we want to hear from you. If you also have a desire to work interstate one day, let us know! We welcome the opportunity to assist our team members with personal career development.

Applications open 27 February 2017 via cvMail or the Thomson Geer website.

ADVICE | TRANSACTIONS | DISPUTES Domestic & Cross Border www.tglaw.com.au Sydney | Melbourne | Brisbane | Adelaide

public sector

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ASIC www.asic.gov.au Contact Programs

graduateprogram@asic.gov.au Graduate Program: See website for more information and updates.

ASIO www.asio.gov.au Contact Programs

13ASIO (13-27-46) Graduate Program:

See website for more information and updates.

Australian Signals Directorate www.asd.gov.au Contact Programs

asd.assist@defence.gov.au Graduate Program: Opens March Internship Program: See website for more information and updates.

Work Experience: See website for more information and updates.

Australian Taxation Office www.ato.gov.au Suncorp Plaza Opposite King George Square, Albert St, Brisbane City QLD 4000 Contact Programs

EntryLevelPrograms@ato.gov.au Graduate Program: See website for more information and updates.

Indigenous Cadetship See website for more information and updates.

Program:

Comcare www.comcare.gov.au Level 13, 410 Queen Street, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

graduate.recruitment@comcare.gov.au Graduate Program: See website for more information and updates.

Indigenous Graduate Opesn 5 March, closes 31 March Program:

Disclaimer: Information provided is subject to change. Visit website for confirmation and updates.

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Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry www.daf.qld.gov.au 80 Ann St, Brisbane City QLD 4000 Contact Programs

callweb@daf.qld.gov.au Graduate Program:

See website for more information and updates.

Department of Communication and the arts www.communications.gov.au 38 Sydney Ave, Forrest ACT 2603 Contact Programs

graduate@communications.gov.au Graduate Program: See website for more information and updates.

Department of the Environment and energy www.environment.gov.au John Gorton Building, King Edward Terrace, Parkes ACT 2600 Contact Programs

entrylevelprograms@environment.gov.au.

Graduate Program: Opens February/March Indigenous See website for more information and updates.

Apprenticeship:

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade www.dfat.gov.au 150 Charlotte St, Brisbane City QLD 4000 Contact Programs

brisbane@dfat.gov.au Policy Graduate Program: Management Graduate Program:

Opens 23 February, closes 26 March.

Opens 23 February, closes 26 March.

Department of Health www.health.gov.au/ 147/163 Charlotte St, Brisbane City QLD 4000 Contact Programs

1800 020 103 Graduate Development Program:

Opens 1 March, closes 17 April.

Disclaimer: Information provided is subject to change. Visit website for confirmation and updates.

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Department of Human Services www.humanservices.gov.au Contact Programs

humanservicesNGP@chandlermacleod.com Graduate Program: See website for more information and updates.

Indigenous Opening soon.

Apprenticeship:

Department of Industry, innovation and science www.industry.gov.au Industry House, 10 Binara Street, Canberra, ACT, 2600 Contact Programs

graduates@industry.gov.au Graduate Program: Opens March.

Disability Internship: Email diversity@industry.gov.au.

Indigenous Trainee See website for more information and updates.

Program:

Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development www.infrastructure.gov.au/ 111 Alinga Street, Canberra City ACT 2601 Contact Programs

entrylevel@infrastructure.gov.au Graduate Program: See website for more information and updates.

University Vacation See website for more information and updates.

Employement Program:

Queensland Treasury www.treasury.qld.gov.au GPO Box 611, Brisbane QLD 4001 Contact Programs

gradprog@treasury.qld.gov.au Graduate Program: See website for more information and updates.

Disclaimer: Information provided is subject to change. Visit website for confirmation and updates.

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not-for-profit

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Arts Law Centre of Australia www.artslaw.com.au The Gunnery, 43-51 Cowper Wharf Road, Woolloomooloo NSW 2011 Contact Programs

artslaw@artslaw.com.au Volunteer Opportunities?

Yes - see website for more information.

See page 91 for a full copy of Arts Law Australia’s profile.

Australian Institute of International Affairs www.internationalaffairs.org.au 46 George St, Brisbane City QLD 4000 Contact Programs

info@internationalaffairs.org.au Volunteer Opportunities? Yes - see website for more information.

Nygh Internship: Open now, closes 30 September

Bayside Community Legal Centre www.bcls.org.au Wynnum Community Centre, 1st Floor 105 Florence Street, Wynnum QLD 4178 Contact Programs

enquiries@bcls.org.au Volunteer Opportunities?

Yes - see website for more information.

Caxton Legal Centre www.caxton.org.au 1 Manning Street, South Brisbane QLD 4101 Contact Programs

caxton@caxton.org.au Volunteer Opportunities?

Yes - see website for more information.

Community Legal Centres Queensland www.communitylegalqld.org.au 497 Gympie Rd, Strathpine QLD 4500 Contact Programs

admin@communitylegalqld.org.au Volunteer Opportunities? Yes - see website for more information.

See page 92 for a full copy of Community Legal Centres Queensland’’s profile.

Disclaimer: Information provided is subject to change. Visit website for confirmation and updates.

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Court Network www.courtnetwork.com.au The Queen Elizabeth II Courts of Law, Brisbane Supreme and District Courts, 415 George Street, Brisbane QLD 4000 Contact Programs

queensland@courtnetwork.com.au Volunteer Opportunities? Yes - in Brisbane, Cairns, Melbourne, Townsville.

Lesbian Gay Bisexual Trans Intersex (LGBTI) Legal Service Inc. www.lgbtilegalservice.org 30 Helen Street (Queensland AIDS Council building), Newstead QLD 4006 Contact Programs

volunteer@lgbtilegalservice.org Volunteer Opportunities? Yes - see website for more information.

See page 93 for a full copy of LGBTI Legal Service’s profile.

Nundah Community Legal Centre www.ncsgi.com.au 14 Station St, Nundah QLD 4012 Contact Programs

admin1@nundahcc.org.au Volunteer Opportunities?

Yes - see website for more information.

See page 94 for a full copy of Nundah Community Legal Centre’s profile.

Pine Rivers Community Legal Service www.encircle.org.au/legal-services 3/481 Gympie Rd, Strathpine QLD 4500 Contact Programs

legal@encircle.org.au Volunteer Opportunities?

Yes - see website for more information.

Prisoners’ Legal Service www.plsqld.com 53 Tribune St, South Brisbane QLD 4101 Contact Programs

admin@plsqld.com Volunteer Opportunities?

Yes - see website for more information.

Disclaimer: Information provided is subject to change. Visit website for confirmation and updates.

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Refugee and Immigration Legal Service (RAILS) www.rails.org.au 170 Boundary St, West End QLD 4101 Contact Programs

admin@rails.org.au Volunteer Opportunities?

Yes - see website for more information.

See page 95 for a full copy of Refugee and Immigration Legal Service’s profile.

Women’s Legal Service www.wlsq.org.au 8 Ponsonby St, Annerley QLD 4103 Contact Programs

admin@wlsq.org.au Volunteer Opportunities?

Yes - see website for more information.

Disclaimer: Information provided is subject to change. Visit website for confirmation and updates.

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Arts Law Centre of Australia www.artslaw.com.au

artslaw@artslaw.com.au 43-51 Cowper Wharf Road, Woolloomooloo NSW 2011

n/a n/a Who are you and what makes you unique?

Selection Criteria

Arts Law is Australia’s only national community legal centre for the •

Be in at least the third year of study towards a law degree (essential)

arts. We provide free or low cost specialised legal advice, education •

Have completed intellectual property or media law subjects

and resources to Australian artists and arts organisations across all

(essential)

art forms, on a wide range of arts related legal and business matters. •

Have a strong interest and/or experience in the arts (desirable)

Arts Law’s Artists in the Black program delivers targeted services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists nationally. Our mission is Application and recruitment process to empower artists and creative communities through the law.

If you are interested in volunteering at Arts Law, please fill out our volunteer application form on our website at artslaw.com.au/support/

Volunteer Program

volunteer. Arts Law accepts volunteer applications all year round.

Student volunteers play a valuable role supporting the solicitors in We will keep your application on file and contact you when a position the provision of legal advice. They are the first point of contact for our becomes available or when we run our quarterly intakes. clients and are tasked with providing information and taking accurate legal instructions. Volunteers may also conduct legal research for the solicitors, get involved with advocacy projects, sit in on legal advice sessions as note-takers, as well as assist with the general administration of a community legal centre.

What’s the commitment?

Volunteers must commit to working at least one day per week at Arts Law’s Sydney office for a minimum period of 6 months. Eligibility for a PLT placement will be considered on a case by case basis after completion of the minimum 6 month commitment.

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Community Legal Centres Queensland www.communitylegalqld.org.au admin@communitylegalqld.org.au 497 Gympie Rd, Strathpine QLD 4500

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Application and recruitment process

Community Legal Centres Queensland (formerly QAILS) provides Our volunteers assist with a broad range of duties include assisting support and advocacy for the 33 independent, community led with researching legal issues, creating written content for member community legal centres operating across Queensland.

communication and assisting with coordinating events. We provide them with an opportunity to work in a supportive team and gain

We work to achieve sustainable and adequate policy and funding experience working in a not for profit organisation. decisions to ensure Queenslander are able to get the legal help they need and to ensure they get access to justice.

If you are interested in applying send a letter or email and a copy of your CV outlining why you are interested in volunteering with Community

Community Legal Centres help: •

vulnerable people who can’t afford a lawyer and are not eligible find out more about the organisation go to: http://communitylegalqld. for legal aid

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Queenslanders find solutions to everyday legal problems including family violence, relationship breakdown, family law, debt, consumer problems, tenancy disputes, employment issues

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prevent legal problems through education and fair laws and policies

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Legal Centres Queensland and what you would bring to the post. To

local communities and communities of interest

Volunteer Program Volunteers have been involved in almost every area of Community Legal Centres Queensland’s activities. Traditionally the organisation has attracted people with a range of backgrounds and skills, a shared commitment to social justice and a desire to help Community Legal Centres Queensland achieve its goals.

Community Legal Centres Queensland recognises and values the reciprocal nature of the relationship and is committed to providing a volunteer program which both supports Community Legal Centres Queensland’s work; and meets the expectations and needs of individual volunteers

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LGBTI Legal Service Inc. www.lgbtilegalservice.org

volunteer@lgbtilegalservice.org 30 Helen Street, Newstead QLD 4006

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Volunteer Program:

The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Intersex Legal Service Inc. is a non- There are a number of ways that you can become part of and assist our profit and unfunded community-based legal service which began on 7 organisation. You can apply to volunteer for any of the main divisions; July 2010 and was officially launched on 1 December 2010 by The Hon. client services, legal assistants and law reform. Each division has a Michael Kirby AC CMG.

different focus so it is up to the student to decide what area they are most interested in and whether they possess the relevant skills.

The Service recognises the difficulties faced by the LGBTI community and seeks to assist the Queensland LGBTI community to gain access Client services involves administration work for lawyers during our to justice through the provision of legal and social welfare services. drop in sessions, legal assistants organise our events and community We also endeavour to provide community legal education activities outreach and law reform involves legal research, writing and and resources in order to increase awareness of legal rights and advocating for the removal of discriminatory laws. responsibilities for the LGBTI community in Queensland. The Service includes a law reform division, which is actively involved in advocating The most common areas we provide advice for are family law, domestic for law reform and human rights including: •

Expunging past criminal convictions for consensual homosexual victims support, civil matters, legal issues in relation to government relationships;

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violence, surrogacy and parenting rights, criminal law, discrimination, decisions, Centrelink matters, and employment matters. Volunteers

Advocating for the rights of LGBTI families through surrogacy and will have the opportunity to engage with whatever area of law suits adoption reform;

their interests.

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Unequal age of consent in Queensland;

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The ‘homosexual advance’ factor of the provocation defence;

Application and recruitment process:

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Supporting gender diverse people;

We encourage students to apply the legal service through our website.

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Ending domestic violence and supporting victims; and

After determining their suitability, we will then arrange a casual

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Supporting LGBTI students in school and university.

meeting to explain how the service is run, what is expected of the volunteers and what benefits we can provide them. We will then assign

The LGBTI Legal Service Inc. has been established by, and continues to the volunteer to the appropriate team and conduct training based be overseen by a management committee of individuals representing upon the project they will be joining. the diverse communities under the LGBTI banner. As a non-profit and unfunded community organisation, we rely heavily on the support of Tips for applying: the community and volunteers.

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Demonstrate your ability to conduct research, assist clients meet deadlines;

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Explain your personal experience and why you care about LGBTI issues; and

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Tell us what you hope to get out of volunteering and what areas of law you are interested in.

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Nundah Community Legal Centre www.ncsgi.com.au

admin1@nundahcc.org.au 14 Station St, Nundah QLD 4012

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Volunteer Program/Application and recruitment process

The Nundah Community Legal Service is operated by the Nundah While we have no student employment opportunities, we welcome Community Support Group Inc as an integrated part of the broader volunteers including students. There is now often significant Nundah Neighbourhood Centre. We provide all members of the competition for student volunteer roles and we presently have a community (especially those most disadvantaged and marginalised) full complement. We commence student recruitment towards the broadly based in the Brisbane North area access to justice through a end of the year with an induction to take place in December 2017 for free, quality often “triage” and sometimes “last resort” generalist legal students who will be in at least in second year in 2018. However given service. We do this though a weekly Wednesday drop-in advice service circumstances often change, we entertain inquires at any time by staffed by dedicated volunteer lawyers and students together with an contacting the Administrator Jo Money on 3260 4820 legaladmin@ employed senior daytime solicitor who sees clients by appointment nundahcc.org.au. with sufficient time to provide more extensive assistance.

As legal problems do not exist in isolation we take a holistic approach and provide effective information on, and practical referrals to, specialist legal and nonlegal services including to financial and personal counselling.

We are the only generalist legal service between the Caxton and the Pine Rivers and Moreton Regional Community Legal Centres and while a small service with limited resources, we maintain an active interest and involvement in community legal education and larger issues through our participation in our peak organisations.

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Refugee & Immigration Legal Service www.rails.org.au

admin@rails.org.au 170 Boundary St, West End QLD 4101

n/a n/a Who are you and what makes you unique?

Application and recruitment process

The Refugee and Immigration Legal Service (RAILS) is the only RAILS receives applications for volunteering in either administrative specialist community provider of free legal advice to migrants and or legal roles (qualified and non-qualified legal roles). The application refugees across Queensland. RAILS’ mission of providing an holistic should be sent by email to admin@rails.org.au including cover and sustainable legal service for vulnerable refugees and migrants letter, resume and academic transcript (for students). Qualified legal through specialist legal assistance, education and advocacy, is achieved volunteers (namely, registered migration agents and/or solicitors who in a highly collaborative and effective way, with support to and from hold a current practising certificate) should provide copy of their more than 20 other service provides.

resume, and practising certificate.

Areas of law: Specific migration legislation, including visas, family People are encouraged to send their application during the month reunion and family violence provisions, onshore and offshore before the first week of February, June and end of November. This is refugee/humanitarian provisions, Immigration Tribunal appeals the time when the selection process occurs. Those people accepted and Ministerial intervention; family and domestic violence laws; then attend an induction session during the second week of February, employment and workplace laws, and legal education identified by July and first week in December. Qualified legal volunteers are communities as needed.

encouraged to apply any time during the year.

Volunteer Program

RAILS requires a minimal commitment of attendance once per week

RAILS recognises and values the substantial contribution made by during a semester. Qualified legal volunteers are recruited all year and volunteers to RAILS and its clients.

they are required to attend at least once per month.

During your volunteer work you will: •

gain experience in migration law

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assist our clients who are experiencing the most disadvantaged conditions and need legal advice

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assist our caseworkers with the ongoing workload

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gain administrative law skills

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make a difference in people’s lives and contribute to social justice.

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A LAW FIRM AS INDIVIDUAL AS YOU. WWW.CORRS.COM.AU/GRADUATES

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Springboard is the flagship publication of the QUT Law Society. We aim to provide a practical guide for students seeking employment with a variety of firms.

This publication features a comprehensive guide to clerkship and graduate positions, profiles of law firms, financial firms, government departments, not-for-profit organisations and other businesses.