Why a Career in Government May Be Your Next Best Career Move?
Are you a private practice lawyer thinking about where you can take your career ?
Here are some of the common FAQ's we get asked
Q: Is it too late in my career to move into government legal work?
A: Not at all. Crown Law welcomes experienced lawyers with leadership skills and a client-service mindset, and many of its most successful leaders transitioned from private practice mid-career. Your expertise in any one of their core practice areas is highly valued.
Q: What areas of law does Crown Law service its government clients in?
A: From advisory through to legal representation across commercial matters right through to litigation, Crown Law's expertise spans 19 major areas of law. These practice areas at Crown Law include:
- Commercial;
- Insurance and Risk;
- Constitutional and Advocacy;
- Native Title and Resources;
- Public Law;
- Workplace Relations; and
- Dispute Resolution
These teams are well supported by a strong practice management team with skilled administration and management professionals much like you'd find in a private practice firm.
Q: Will I still get challenging and high-quality legal work in government?
A: Absolutely. The matters involve complex, policy-shaping and high-profile commercial transactions and advisory work, and litigation cases across State and Federal Courts. This is work that truly matters.
Q: What are the billable hour expectations at Crown Law?
A: Assistant Crown Solicitors are expected to meet 4.5 billable hours per day—a realistic and sustainable target that allows you to focus on quality over quantity.
Q: What flexible work options are available?
A: Crown Law supports a range of flexible working arrangements including part-time, job sharing, compressed hours, working from home, and accrued TOIL.
Q: What is the culture like at Crown Law?
A: Inclusive, respectful, and collaborative. Crown Law places a strong emphasis on diversity and wellbeing. It's a place where legal professionals can lead with purpose and grow in a supportive environment. We've partnered with Crown Law for many years with the recruitment of lawyers from private practice and from within government. We are proud to say that many of those lawyers have gone on to progress into permanent and stable long-term appointments.
Q: Are you currently recruiting for Crown Law?
A: Our team is proud to be partnering with Crown Law for a number of Assistant Crown Law positions, including two permanent and one 12-month contract role. Applications must be submitted via the SmartJobs website. However if you still have questions and would like to know more, Alex Correa Executive is managing this assignment exclusively and we encourage you to reach out to us for a confidential conversation before applying.
Next Step: Let’s Talk
If you’re ready to explore how a government legal career could bring balance and purpose back to your work, we’re here to support you. Whether you’re actively seeking a new role or just starting to think about your options, let’s connect.
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[Apply Now via SmartJobs]
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[Book a confidential call with Alex or Sophie - 07 3210 0992]
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