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Regulatory & Government disputes lawyer - Special Counsel/PartnerOpportunity to join our fast growing government disputes team in this senior position.In recent years we have successfully grown our presence across both State and Commonwealth government clients including our recent appointment on the Whole of Australian Government Legal Services Panel.We are seeking a senior litigation lawyer to join the team in our Sydney office to focus on the growth and development of our offering to NSW State Government clients as well as working with colleagues nationally on servicing our Commonwealth Government clients.To be successful in this role you will be either a Special Counsel or Partner who has extensive experience working with State and Commonwealth clients across dispute resolution and litigation, tort claims and administrative law matters such as judicial review and merits review, Royal commissions, inquiries and inquests and representing clients including government departments and agencies.Given the nature of the role you will be looking for an opportunity where you can build and grow your practice and a team.It is essential that you have well developed contacts within State Government and are confident in your ability to bring those relationships with you into the role particularly if joining at partner level.Employee BenefitsSupportive and modern working environment, with strong professional development opportunitiesFlexible working arrangements including family-friendly policies, purchased leave, career breaks and study leaveDress for your day and flexible hoursEmployee Assistance Program (EAP), flu vaccinations and regular social eventsRecruitment referral bonus for team members who help grow our firmFirm Awards & RecognitionEmployer of Choice Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA)Employer of Choice Australasian LawyerBest Lawyers in AustraliaTM and Ones to Watch in AustraliaTM award recipientsDoyle''s Guide rankings for Rising Stars, Best Lawyers and Best FirmsSignatories to the Charter for the Advancement of Women in the Legal ProfessionCommunity & ImpactDedicated Pro Bono Practice and Social Justice FundActive diversity, gender equality and wellbeing committeesMember of Law Exchange International for global collaborationOngoing participation in Red Cross Lifeblood donationsWhat''s next?For further information, please visit our Careers website.To discuss this opportunity confidentially, please contact Zo Discombe, Talent Acquisition Manager, on 03 9321 9802.To apply, click the "Apply" button and submit your CV, academic transcripts, and a cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role.#J-18808-Ljbffr