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our values
Our values define how we work with our clients and with each other. They guide key decisions we make in the business and reflect how important it is to enjoy our work and have fun, as well as deliver exceptional service to our clients.
talk straight
We tell it as it is. we’re not afraid to have the difficult conversations. We’re honest and ethical.
play as a team
We work hard, have fun and celebrate success. We collaborate and support each other.
better each day
We’re committed to always improving and embracing change.
join us
We work with interesting people and interesting clients. Working collaboratively across teams and offices, our people are part of the big picture. As a national firm with a wide range of practice areas, there’s plenty of variety and opportunity to grow. And with our links to international legal networks, our work has a global reach.
a few of our benefits
flex+
Work in a way that allows you to integrate work and life. We trust you to get your work done, the when, how and where is up to you.
dress for your day
Some days are just not suit days. Choose what you want to wear based on what is happening that day.
wellness+
Your health and wellbeing is important to us. We have designed a program that puts your mental, emotional and physical wellbeing first.
referral bonus
Know someone else who should join us? Introduce us to your network and receive up to a $20,000 referral bonus.
flex+
Work in a way that allows you to integrate work and life. We trust you to get your work done, the when, how and where is up to you.
dress for your day
Some days are just not suit days. Choose what you want to wear based on what is happening that day.
wellness+
Your health and wellbeing is important to us. We have designed a program that puts your mental, emotional and physical wellbeing first.
referral bonus
Know someone else who should join us? Introduce us to your network and receive up to a $20,000 referral bonus.
mk business school
Our business school program provides you with quality learning and development to help you reach your potential.
give back
Use your day of paid volunteer leave to engage with our local communities in causes we’re passionate about.
social
We love getting together to celebrate our success. Get involved in as many weekly social activities as you like.
performance bonus
We want to celebrate your successes. Be rewarded for your performance each year.
mk business school
Our business school program provides you with quality learning and development to help you reach your potential.
give back
Use your day of paid volunteer leave to engage with our local communities in causes we’re passionate about.
social
We love getting together to celebrate our success. Get involved in as many weekly social activities as you like.
performance bonus
We want to celebrate your successes. Be rewarded for your performance each year.
diversity, equity
& inclusion
Macpherson Kelley firmly believes that everyone should feel safe and empowered to bring their whole selves to work.
Along with the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Committee which champions internal change, our policies and values address the four key pillars of our commitment: gender, culture and religion, LGBTIQA+ and people with disabilities. Learn more about our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion policy here.
At Macpherson Kelley, we are deeply committed to finding ways to accelerate workplace gender equality. To understand more about our practice in this area, read our full employer statement.
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live and work. We recognise their strength and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. Our Reconciliation Action Plan demonstrates our commitment to strengthening our knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and histories. We continue to work on how we can support reconciliation in our firm and within the communities in which we operate.
our business school
Our Business School is designed to help our people realise their potential. It develops their skills beyond the law with an annual program of workshops, seminars, full day programs and coaching.
By creating an environment that enables our lawyers to combine their legal knowledge with business acumen and industry experience, we deliver commercially savvy outcomes for our clients.
our culture
At Macpherson Kelley we encourage a healthy work/life balance with access to Flex and Wellness programs, paid study assistance and leave, and a casual dress code policy. We also provide laptops to everyone so they can work flexibly in ways that work best for them and clients.
We work hard but know how to have a good time while we do it, especially around the table tennis tables. We look out for each other and want to see everyone succeed.
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foundation
The Macpherson Kelley Foundation is our way of giving back to the community.
We support a range of charities working with children, disadvantaged communities and animal welfare in Australia and overseas.
Since being established in 2016 our staff has embraced the Foundation’s vision and purpose by donating time and money and hosting fundraising events.
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🎓 There are lots of law graduate programs out there - so how do you choose which one is right for you? Macpherson Kelley is inviting prospective grads into their Melbourne office on Thursday 15 May for a behind-the-scenes look into what it’s like to be an MK grad. Hear from Principal Lawyers, previous grads and our recruitment team as they share their insights and tips and tricks for applying. Submit an expression of interest for the MK grad program to gain registration access: https://employmenthero.com/jobs/job/44c84d4c-790e-40dd-9c1b-5c1d21e6b8be/
💻 Can’t make it in person? We’ll be holding a virtual meet and greet over Teams on Thursday 22 May so everyone has a chance to experience why Macpherson Kelley is a great place to start your career.
#lawgraduates #mkgradprogram2026
Macpherson Kelley is excited to unveil our new brand campaign – a celebration of "Good thinking."
This campaign highlights how our lawyers combine commercial acumen with legal ingenuity and human insight. We treat every client’s business as our own, delivering intelligent, actionable advice every step of the way. Our new campaign mirrors the exceptional quality of our people and it`s about setting new benchmarks in legal innovation while remaining direct and true to our promise—practical legal advice, exceptional service, and, above all, good thinking.
📺With the brand campaign covering a range of media channels here is a taste of what’s to come.
#GoodThinking #MacphersonKelley #CommercialLaw #LegalInnovation
Our Melbourne Managing Principal Nat shares practical things he does to support women in the workplace, including calling out bias and promoting flexible work arrangements. 🙏
#IWD
🤝 We hear from Suzy`s perspective as to why respect, understanding and calling out inappropriate behaviour has been crucial for her, particularly working in a male-dominated field.
#IWD
Cherry shares with us how advocating for herself and her team members has played a positive impact on her career. She also shares the importance of flexible work environments which has assisted her in career growth. 💗
#IWD
🌷 Meet Brigid who shares her thoughts on the support she received after returning to work, after having her first child. 🌷
Work/life balance is incredibly important at MK, and we stand by this through our flexible work policy.
#IWD
🌸 March 8 is International Women’s Day - a time to celebrate the incredible achievements of our women and reflect on the actions we can take to make the world a more equitable place #forallwomenandgirls. This year, in the spirit of storytelling, we wanted to share some perspectives from our team, asking them what practical things have made a positive impact on their career. 🌸
We are proud to be a firm that supports the progression of women in law - from our talent programs through to our flexible work initiatives, and are excited to see what the future has in store.
Meet Annaleise Vulin, Associate in our Dandenong office who shares her thoughts on the importance of bringing colleagues along and providing individuals recognition.
#IWD2025 #womeninlaw
Merry Christmas and happy holidays from the team at Macpherson Kelley. 🥂
We hope you enjoy your time with family and friends and look forward to working with you in the new year. Bring on 2025! 🎇
The holiday period is fast approaching! A reminder to clients that our offices will be closed COB Friday 20 December 2024 and will reopen Monday 6 January 2025. Wishing you and your family a restful break!
We are thrilled to announce that Macpherson Kelley`s payroll giving program has been awarded the `highly commended` title from Workplace Giving Australia at this year`s Australian Workplace Giving Awards!
Awards aside, our proudest achievement has to be how the program has created a sense of belonging amongst our people, contributing to a positive workplace culture and enhanced community support.
#workplacegivingawards
#workplacegiving
#workplacegivingaustralia
Congratulations to all the winners at this year’s Lawyers Weekly Women in Law Awards! It was great to see our people recognised across the board for their hard work and dedication to their craft. 🎉
This year our lawyers were named as finalists for:
Executive of the Year – Cathy Russo
Special Counsel of the Year – Nicole Treacey
Thought Leader of the Year – Sapphire Parsons
We also had great representation from our services team who were listed as finalists for:
HR Professional of the Year – Olivia Holmes
Legal Operations Professional of the Year – Cherry Natale
This recognition solidifies our commitment to supporting our female leaders as they make important contributions to our firm and the legal landscape at large. Congrats to all!
#womeninlaw #womeninlawawards
Yesterday, our Sydney Litigation team hit the pavement at the J.P. Morgan Corporate Challenge in support of the event`s beneficiary the Indigenous Marathon Foundation. 👣🏃♀️Being one of the world’s largest corporate running events, it was an event to remember!
The team conquered the 5.6 kilometre course, building connections with their colleagues and the wider professional community. Our runners are nursing their sore muscles and back to running (legal) cases but it was an event to remember. See you at the next one!
#JPMCC #runsweatinspire #playasateam
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