glossary

A term used to describe Australia's six largest law rms by revenue.

Front End

Transactional/non-contentious legal work. For example, negotiating amendments to a standard form construction contract.

Cultural Fit

Discrete Task

Tasks that have ‘a recognisable beginning and end.’ These are straightforward matters that may fall under the work given to a clerk.

The ability of a prospective employee to t within the environment and working culture of an organization. This takes into account a workplace's values, processes, policies, diversity, and overall environment. An integral aspect that rms and applicants alike consider when hiring/applying.

Rotation

The process of moving through practice areas while undertaking a clerkship. This helps determine what practice area a clerk might like to enter upon graduation.

Psychometric Testing

This is used throughout some rms’ application processes. This type of testing assesses an applicant's logical reasoning, problem-solving, numerical skills, and reading comprehension. Some may also include testing regarding emotional intelligence.

Back End

Contentious/disputes-focused legal work. For example, acting for a party in litigation proceedings.

• Dispute Resolution and Litigation

• Employment, Workplace and Safety

• Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)

• Banking and Finance

• Competition and Consumer Law

• Intellectual Property (IP)

• Taxation

• Corporate and Commercial

• Technology, Media and Telecommunications