Disputes – Solicitor/Associate
Interesting and varied work with opportunities to collaborate across practice groups and sectors
Learning and development to support career progression
Respectful and diverse workplace culture
Jackson McDonald is one of WA’s largest law offices with 26 partners and over 140 staff. We pride ourselves on providing a supportive and collaborative team culture where you can thrive. As an independent firm, our decision-makers are all based in Perth and our focus is firmly on making a positive contribution to life in Western Australia.
We are seeking a Solicitor with 2-4 years of post-admission experience to join our Disputes practice group.
We look for talented people who demonstrate the core competencies required for success – strong communication skills; the ability to work both autonomously and in a team environment; excellent technical and drafting skills; and a demonstrated commerciality and client focus.
Our Disputes team is led by Eva Lin, Matt Reid and Marcus Pullen. It provides risk and disputes advice to a broad range of the firm’s clients on diverse matters including commercial contracts, governance, regulation, Corporations Act, property, planning and local government matters.
Our Disputes practice complements our whole-of-business multi-sector service offering (including employment, tax, intellectual property and insurance expertise) and provides excellent opportunities to diversify your experience and develop your technical skills.Collaboration and teamwork underpin our culture, while also best serving our clients.
About you
You will have a keen interest in dispute resolution and be able to demonstrate the following attributes, skills and abilities:
What we can offer you
Diverse work and the opportunity to collaborate with specialists and technical experts across our practice groups.
Personal development plans supported with in-house CPD seminars, e-Learning and many other opportunities.
An environment in which you can flourish with the support of an excellent team.
Reward and recognition program.
Opportunities to join or lead working groups supporting firm committees e.g. Pro Bono, Community, Reconciliation Action Plan, Diversity and Inclusion.
Workplace benefits developed through consultation and feedback: currently including relaxed and inclusive social events, free onsite gym and gym classes, weekly breakfasts, end-of-week drinks and monthly all-firm celebration.
How to apply
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To be eligible to apply for this role you must be permitted to work in Australia on an unrestricted basis.
Jackson McDonald is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
We are very happy to hear from applicants who wish to work part-time or flexibly.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.