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Form of work Our firm
LTL is a highly successful independent specialist law firm.
Working predominantly with state government agencies and local government authorities, our partners are ex-top tier. They include accredited specialists and are regularly recognized in Doyle’s Guide and Best Lawyers Australia.
We have one of the busiest Land & Environment practices in NSW and a significant track record of achieving our clients’ outcomes through both contested hearings and conciliation processes.
Your place in our team
You will work directly with the firm’s partners – Dr Lindsay Taylor, Megan Hawley, Stuart Simington & Sue Puckeridge – and be assisted by talented junior lawyers and a fully resourced team of business support staff.
With a particular focus on Land & Environment Court Litigation (including Classes 1, 4 & 5) you will have the opportunity to display and further develop your advocacy skills, including personal appearances in contested Class 1 hearings.
You have the opportunity to work across a range of diverse matters for significant public and private sector clients in relation to.
merit appeals (Class 1) – including s34s and hearings
judicial review and civil enforcement (Class 4)
criminal prosecutions in the Land & Environment Court (Class 5), including in relation to pollution, vegetation clearing, unlawful development and other environmental matters
significant Local Court Prosecutions in relation to environmental crime and public health matters
a range of Supreme Court matters (representing public authorities)
Your background
You possess:
the ability and desire to work collaboratively in a dynamic, co-operative and harmonious team
solid experience having carriage of litigation in the LEC or Supreme Court
a desire to regularly engage in high level advocacy, including contested hearings
ability to work under minimal supervision but with direction and guidance of experienced partners
Your return
a very competitive salary package that recognises your experience and abilities
5 weeks annual leave & 18 weeks paid parental leave, including super
agile, hybrid/WFH working arrangements with the IT infrastructure required to make it work
financial & other support for post-graduate or further studies
excellent and realistic prospects for career progression based solely on performance
How to apply
LTL has a demonstrated commitment to a diverse, open and flexible workplace and welcomes a full range of applicants and applications.
Applications – including CV, Cover letter and Transcripts – should be marked to the attention of Dr Matthew McNamara and uploaded via the portal below or emailed to careers@lindsaytaylorlawyers.com.au
For a confidential discussion about the role and our firm, please contact our CEO, Matthew McNamara on 02 8235 9790
POSTED: 9 February 2022
