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Maddocks’ continued commitment to strengthening its pro bono program has led to increased vital support to not-for-profit organisations and individuals, with the firm delivering over 17,000 hours of pro bono work in FY24. This was an increase of 64% compared to the previous financial year and translates to an average of just below 44 hours per lawyer, compared to the national target of 35 hours per lawyer, as reported by Australasian Lawyer. “A renewed focus on our pro bono program has seen more of our lawyers taking up pro bono matters, allowing us to deliver impactful work for the benefit of some of the most disadvantaged members of society who may not otherwise have access to legal advice or assistance,” CEO David Newman said. Read more here: https://loom.ly/d5pFUCI #Maddocks #ProBono #LegalAdvice

We have an exciting opportunity for an Associate/Senior Associate to join our well-regarded #Government Advisory team in Melbourne. Joining Partner Mark Henry and the wider team, this role will work within a team of high performing lawyers in undertaking merits review for a #Commonwealth Government agency. Apply now and make your move to #Maddocks: https://loom.ly/uCZ9MxE

First published a decade ago, the Major Projects Guidance sets out a best practice procurement framework for Victorian local government to deliver major infrastructure projects, taking into account the unique financial, legislative and political constraints. Because there is no ‘one size fits all’ solution to the procurement of local government infrastructure, the Major Projects Guidance includes a range of options to assist councils to plan and implement projects in a structured manner. This enables resources to be applied efficiently so as to deliver good project outcomes to local communities. The edition features practical case studies and insights from the construction and infrastructure specialists, Simone Holding and Shane Ridley, at Maddocks and Ernst & Young, on how to manage the life cycle of a project. Read the publication now: https://loom.ly/V5MLCtY #Maddocks #EY #MajorProjectsGuidance #LocalGovernment #Construction #Infrastructure

A very warm welcome to our 32 summer clerks, who have joined us across Canberra, Sydney and Melbourne (Intake 1). We’re excited for your time with us and hope your experience is one of great learning and professional growth. A big thank you to our partners, coordinators and the People & Culture team who make the Maddocks clerkship program the amazing success that it is. Juliet David, Caroline Bachi CAHRI, Claire Kirwan #Maddocks #Clerkship #DayOne

Our local government experts Joshua Same, Breellen Warry, Andrew Chapman and Andrew McGlashan had a fantastic time at the Local Government NSW Annual Conference in Tamworth last week, where many enjoyable conversations were had with our clients from across NSW on local council trends and opportunities. Maddocks were delighted to once again sponsor the Australian Local Government Womens Association ALGWA Breakfast, where the inspiring Professor Veena Sahajwalla shared her expertise on sustainability and innovation, delivering truly thought-provoking insights for local government leaders. Events like this reinforce the vital role collaboration plays in shaping thriving communities across NSW. Thank you to LGNSW, ALGWA, and all the delegates for such a successful and engaging conference. We’re already looking forward to next year! #LGNSW #LGNSWConference2024 #ALGWA #NSWLocalGovernment #LocalGovernment #Sustainability #CommunityLeadership #ProudSponsors #PublicLaw #Maddocks

On 13 November 2024, the High Court handed down three long-awaited judgments relevant to cases involving allegations of institutional abuse. Brigitte Challis, Norman Lucas, Erin Hourigan and Katherine Driscoll review the findings and the impacts on liability in institutional abuse cases here: https://loom.ly/3bpKrj4 #Maddocks #HighCourt #VicariousLiability

The third edition of this year’s Maddocks NSW Local Government Court Reporter from Partner Joshua Same and his team has been released. This publication is produced regularly to keep you up to date with the latest developments and decisions that impact local councils across NSW. Read it now: https://loom.ly/LvRJZfs #LocalGovernment #NSWCouncils #Maddocks

Some of our Sydney graduates and lawyers spent Friday morning volunteering at the Taronga Zoo beach clean up, an initiative that also included learning about local marine species and the current impacts they are facing – plus a behind the scenes experience with the giraffe keepers. Maddocks is a Primary Sponsor of Taronga Zoo, and Primary Sponsor of Taronga Foundation's contribution to conservation. Learn more about how the firm helps Taronga lead vital work that supports wildlife, habitats and communities across the globe: https://loom.ly/1J8tYiY Chloe Brighton, Savanna Rehayem, Henry Bruce, Emily Bannon, Sophie Cant, Larissa Svetlov, Emilija Batar, Leila Liu, Bridget Barks #TarongaZoo #Conservation #Maddocks

Over the past few months, we've taken a deep dive into the Security of Critical Infrastructure Act 2018 (Cth) (SOCI Act) and its impact on responsible entities, their suppliers, and other stakeholders in our podcast series 'All Roads Leads to SOCI' – in partnership with our long-standing client, Macquarie Technology Group. Hosted by Sonia Sharma and Hemant V., we thank Jamie Morse, James Rabey and Hayden Mills for their valuable insights at a time when organisations face continuing threats of cyber incidences, data breaches and ongoing pressures to protect their critical infrastructure assets. Listen to all five episodes and read the transcript articles here: https://loom.ly/IzIP4l8 #SOCIAct #CriticalInfrastructure #Cyber #Data #Maddocks #Podcast #MacquarieTechnologyGroup

Are you a senior patent litigator (7+ PQE) looking to join a highly regarded, successful and rapidly growing IP practice in Sydney? We have the role for you! Working closely with one of Australia’s leading #IP partners, Ben Miller, the successful candidate will work on a variety of matters, including IP strategy and advice to major #pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical device, #mining and engineering and technology patent cases, through to IP licensing and commercialisation work - including for some of Australia’s most prestigious research institutes. Make your move to #Maddocks: https://loom.ly/hbEoE3U