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Ward Keller is a well-known Northern Territory law firm with a solid reputation of providing timely and quality legal services to its clients.

We are seeking experienced, enthusiastic, and capable lawyers in the following areas:

Family law

The ideal candidate would have:

- 5 or more years post admission experience
- A good understanding of children and property disputes as well as child support
- Court work experience (this is essential).

Dispute resolution

The ideal candidate would have at least 2 or more years’ post admission experience and some knowledge of general civil litigation, including commercial disputes, common law claims, workers’ compensation, motor accident compensation, personal injury claims, medical and professional negligence, corporate regulatory law, and public and administrative law.

Mining and petroleum

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic mining and petroleum lawyer to join our Resources team.

The ideal candidate would have some knowledge of:

- Mining and petroleum law in the Territory or other Australian jurisdiction
- Advising on mining and petroleum issues
- Working with the Native Title Act 1993 (Cth), the Aboriginal Land Rights (Northern Territory) Act 1976 (Cth) and the Northern Territory Aboriginal Sacred Sites Act (NT).

Commercial, default and possessions and estates litigation





The ideal candidate would have at least 5 years’ post admission experience and practical experience in:

- Default and possessions work
- Contested estates
- Trusts and estate planning
- Sound property and commercial law experience.

General commercial lawyer

The ideal candidate would have at least 2 years’ post admission experience and experience in commercial transactions including property, leasing, development, share and unit sales and business sales.

All candidates must:

- Have the ability to work as part of a team and achieve benchmarks and targets.
- Have strong organisational and time management skills.
- Have strong analytical skills.
- Have experience in representing corporate and non-corporate clients.
- Have excellent English language skills.
- Be disciplined in personal management practices, have a solid sense of initiative, excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be able to interact with a wide range of clients.

Ideally the candidate would have a strong relationship with the Territory or be serious about a commitment to the Territory.

These are permanent positions with salary commensurate with experience. You will be working in a well-resourced, friendly environment with career opportunities.

If you wish to discuss the role(s) prior to making an application, please contact Teresa Hall on 08 8946 2999. Please email your application including resume to [email protected].

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