Lawyer - Social Justice & Impact Litigation

Maurice Blackburn Lawyers; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing coaching and careerdevelopment

End of Year leave 1 day first year, 4+

Mental health framework and wellbeing

Parental leave 22 weeks

Rewards and recognition platform

Hybrid flex working model

Life Insurance

Job summary

Maurice Blackburn Lawyers in Melbourne CBD is seeking a Lawyer for its Social Justice Practice on a full-time, permanent basis. The role focuses on high-profile, meaningful cases with pro bono engagement and community involvement, aiming to make an impact beyond the case.

Ideal candidates will have legal research and drafting skills, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication with clients and counsel.

Qualifications

• Excellent legal research and drafting skills.
• Strong communication with clients, counsel and team.
• Experience or interest in litigation processes is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist with affidavits and evidence preparation, witness interviews and briefing experts.
• Liaise with counsel and conduct matters for mediation and hearing.
• Perform legal research and assess new matters.
• Communicate with and support vulnerable clients.
• Collaborate with the team to achieve goals.

Skills

Legal research

Legal drafting

Client communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Empathy

Job description

Maurice Blackburn Lawyers in Melbourne CBD is seeking a Lawyer for its Social Justice Practice on a full-time, permanent basis. The role focuses on high-profile, meaningful cases with pro bono engagement and community involvement, aiming to make an impact beyond the case.

Ideal candidates will have legal research and drafting skills, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication with clients and counsel.