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Form of workThe Position
Allygroup is seeking experienced lawyers (5+ years PAE) to work at APS6 - EL1 levels for the Department of Defence in the Dispute Resolution and Litigation Branch. This is a 6 -month secondment opportunity with the possibility of an extension. The position is located in Canberra.
The branch seeks lawyers to assist in the management of:
- common law compensation claims related to alleged historic abuse,
- litigated and non-litigated contamination-related matters, and
- other matters falling within the branch
You will be responsible for the resolution of complex issues and risks involved in our client's litigation cases, including class actions.
What experience you need to be successful
- A minimum of 5 years (EL1) experience in Commonwealth and State/Territory litigation matters
- Extensive litigation experience in private practice or in house
- Baseline or higher security clearance
Required candidate skills include:
- Ability to conduct litigation in various courts
- A well-developed and practised understanding of litigation processes and documents
- Providing high-quality legal advice, support and services to our client's internal stakeholders
- Ability to complete tasks within tight deadlines, with accuracy and high attention to detail
- Mentoring the junior lawyers in your team
- Ensuring litigation workflow prioritisation
- Applying alternate dispute resolution methods and advocacy skills to resolve applications within the model litigant principles
- Establishing and maintaining excellent working relationships with stakeholders and clients including courts and other government agencies
What you need to do now
To submit your application, press ‘Apply Now’. Alternatively, please feel free to call us on (02) 5104 3*** for a confidential discussion or email your resume through to ***********@allygroup.com.au.
About Allygroup
Allygroup is a law firm which specialises in legal management consultancy, legal project management and legal recruitment.
Allygroup is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and endeavour to put forward the best candidates regardless of their cultural, gender or religious identity.
