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About this Lawyer to Associate, Government role at Sparke Helmore Lawyers

Sparke Helmore Lawyers · Onsite · Brisbane

Why Sparke Helmore?

As an independent Australian firm with a long history and a big heart, we have a rich story to tell. Our spirit is built on the power of relationships with our people, clients and communities.

At Sparke Helmore, you’ll be actively involved as part of a diverse, genuine and friendly team. We’ll help you harness your ambition and take your skills to new heights with exposure to outstanding clients and easy access to exceptional leaders and mentors.

Your story is yours to define. We’d like to be part of it and for you to be part of ours.

Due to further growth, we have an exciting opportunity for a Lawyer to Associate to join our Government Public & Regulatory team in Brisbane or Perth working with Ben Dubé and Matthew Hawker.

About the team and the work

  • The team has grown from strength to strength and is now one of the largest and most highly regarded Government teams in the country.

  • Acting for a diverse range of Commonwealth clients, the team advise on complex and challenging administrative and regulatory matters.

  • The team assists with some of the highest profile, sensitive and strategic matters, working with leading experts in the field.

  • You will have the opportunity to be involved in regular advocacy work in Federal Courts and the Administrative Review Tribunal

  • You will receive excellent training and mentorship as it is the team's culture to develop the practice of individual lawyers according to their personal aspirations and interests.

  • This is a opportunity for a high performing lawyer to work alongside leading Australian administrative and regulatory lawyers in a high performing, supportive, and collaborative team environment.

  • The team embraces flexibility and is open to applications seeking flexible work arrangements.

What the market says

  • Finalist: Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards – Government Team of the Year, 2025.

  • Recognised: Best Law Firms 2027 ranked by Best Lawyers – National Tier 1 ranking for Government Practice.

  • Partners, lawyers and teams recognised in Doyle’s, Best Lawyers, and Chambers Asia-Pacific.

  • The Australasian Lawyer 5-Star Employer of Choice, 2023, 2024 & 2025.

About you

  • Must have at least 12 months experience in a well-regarded litigation practice, ideally in administrative / public law with merits review,  judicial review, or regulatory law exposure.

  • The successful candidate will have a solid grounding and demonstrated interest in administrative law.

  • Ideally you will have advocacy experience in Tribunals and / or Federal Courts.

What Sparke Helmore can offer you

Our culture is one which values and celebrates diversity to better represent the communities in which we live and work. We encourage people from all backgrounds to join us - and bring their whole selves to work.

We recognise people value things differently. That's why our comprehensive benefits program is wide ranging so that everyone can find something that appeals to them. We're sure you will find something to love about what Sparke Helmore has to offer.

To find out more about what is on offer at Sparke Helmore please visit our website: Join us

We believe the best stories are shared

Background Screening: Successful applications will be subject to pre-employment and in some circumstances, ongoing background checks which include a criminal history check.

For further information regarding this opportunity please contact Anthony Demarco on +61 2 9373 1401.
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