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Lawyer or Associate | Public Law | Complex Liabilities, Insurance and Regulation
Location:
Sydney
Contract Type:
Permanent
MinterEllison is one of Australia's largest independent law and consulting firms. With a heritage of almost 200 years, we are known for our excellence, and our authentic and enduring relationships with our clients, our people and our communities. Clients seek out MinterEllison to help them solve complex problems every day. We do this by our full-service legal offering and complementary consulting offering.
We offer opportunities to work on industry-leading mandates for top-tier clients, while being part of a high-performing and collaborative team that values excellence, diversity of thought, curiosity, and inclusion. We value our people and empower them to achieve their ambitions - with the support, trust and autonomy to grow their careers in meaningful ways.
At MinterEllison, we're leading the way with AI and other emerging technologies, powering innovation right across our firm. You will have the opportunity to engage with AI tools we've built, and other external AI tools, to enhance efficiencies and excellence internally and with our clients.
MinterEllison's leading Public Law team is growing in Sydney, and we're looking for a talented Lawyer or Associate (1–4 years PQE) to join us.
Working closely with Partners Tom Galvin and Sophie Lloyd and Special Counsel Elle Tattersall, you'll be part of a high-performing, collaborative national team spanning Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth.
Recognised with a Band 1 ranking for Government (Chambers ****), our government practice is market-leading. Our Public Law team acts for Commonwealth clients across the federal courts and the Administrative Review Tribunal,



advising on complex administrative law issues including statutory interpretation, decision-making and litigation.
About the Role
You'll work on a diverse and high-volume litigation caseload, including:
Merits review matters before the Administrative Review Tribunal
Judicial review matters across the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, Federal Court and High Court
Appearing in interlocutory hearings, final hearings and appeals
Conducting solicitor advocacy and briefing counsel on complex matters
This is a hands-on role offering real advocacy exposure and responsibility early in your career.
About You
You're a motivated and commercially minded Lawyer or Associate with a strong interest in public and administrative law, ideally with government litigation experience. Experience in Commonwealth agencies (e.g. Department of Home Affairs) will be highly regarded.
We're particularly interested in candidates who bring:
Solid technical legal skills and clear, concise drafting
Advocacy experience or a genuine interest in building it
Excellent attention to detail and organisational capability
Ability to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines
Commercial awareness and financial acumen
A client-focused mindset and relationship-building skills
Pragmatic, solutions-oriented thinking
Strong digital literacy and interest in legal technology
Resilience and a commitment to delivering exceptional client service
We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, cultural backgrounds, genders (including trans or gender diverse), LGBTQ+ people and those with carer responsibilities. We particularly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.
If you would like further information, require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process or for a confidential discussion, please contact .
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📌 Lawyer Or Associate | Public Law | Complex Liabilities, Insurance And Regulation (New South Wales)
🏢 Minter Ellison
📍 New South Wales