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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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Principal Barney Adams and Senior Associate Annabelle Uebergang recently presented to the Forvis Mazars team on payroll compliance and workplace relations developments affecting employers.
The session highlighted the important role accountants play as trusted advisers, often identifying potential employment law issues before they escalate and helping clients proactively address workplace compliance challenges.
Thank you to the Forvis Mazars team for the opportunity and for hosting us!
#EmploymentLaw #Compliance #WorkplaceRelations
Last week, several of our lawyers attended the Women in Insolvency and Restructuring Victoria’s (WIRV) Annual Footy Finals Luncheon. 🏉✨
It was great to connect with industry colleagues for an afternoon of insightful conversation and networking.
Thank you to @wirv for hosting another fantastic event!
#WIRV #Insolvency #Restructuring
Macpherson Kelley was delighted to host our annual State of the Market event in Brisbane last week. 💫
The event brought together valued clients, referrers and colleagues from across the property industry for a relaxed afternoon of conversation and networking.
It was a great opportunity to spend time with those who continue to support and partner with us, and to reflect on the relationships that have played such an important role in the Macpherson Kelley journey.
Thank you to everyone who joined us.
#StateOfTheMarket #PropertyIndustry #BrisbaneBusiness
We’re delighted to welcome Vincent Tripodina to Macpherson Kelley as a Principal Lawyer within our Sydney Property team.
A highly regarded commercial property lawyer, Vincent brings extensive experience across acquisitions and disposals, development projects, leasing, capital transactions and joint ventures. His appointment further strengthens our ability to deliver practical, commercially focused advice to clients while supporting the continued growth of our Sydney Property practice.
Read the full media release on our website.
#PropertyLaw #CommercialProperty
National Managing Principal Grant Guenther spoke at Harvey FORUM Sydney on Wednesday, joining legal, innovation and in-house leaders from across APAC to discuss the opportunities and challenges shaping the profession.
As part of a roundtable focused on mid-sized law firms, Grant joined industry peers in exploring how firms are adopting AI, demonstrating return on investment and navigating change within leaner operating environments.
Thank you to Harvey for bringing together such a diverse group of leaders and perspectives.
Twelve months ago today, Macpherson Kelley expanded its national footprint into South Australia. It was a big move on paper: a new state, a new market and a new team to bring into the fold.
A year on, the Adelaide team hasn`t just embraced the Macpherson Kelley name; they`ve brought their own expertise and relationships into a national network. Good people, doing good work, together.
Good Thinking starts with understanding your goals. We provide practical legal advice, responsive support and recommendations you can act on.
Visit mk.com.au to learn more.
#NPS #GoodThinking
Not every graduate lawyer gets to appear in court in their first year. Cooper did. ⚖️
As a graduate in MK`s program, Cooper rotated through IP, commercial and corporate, and litigation and dispute resolution, gaining hands-on experience at every stage.
His advice for final year students applying? Treat each stage of the process as a chance to learn, not just be assessed. It`s your opportunity to find out if the firm`s a fit for you too.
Applications for MK`s graduate program open 7 September for NSW and SA. Visit our website to learn more.
#LawGraduates #MKGradProgram2027
Last night we traded the boardroom for the runway at Brisbane Fashion Festival. ✨
We kicked off our Women in Business event with drinks at the MK office, followed by the opening W Fashion Show at Brisbane City Hall. It was great to spend the evening with clients and partners against the backdrop of one of Brisbane`s premier fashion events.
Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make it such a great night!
#WomenInBusiness #BrisbaneFashionFestival
We`re pleased to celebrate Senior Associate Sapphire Parsons, who was named a finalist in the Innovator of the Year category at the @lawyers_weekly Australian Law Awards 2026.
Congratulations, Sapphire, on this outstanding recognition and your continued commitment to driving innovation in the legal industry. 👏
Meet Darcie, one of our lawyers who started her journey at MK through the Graduate Program. 💬
Her story is just one example of how our graduates are supported to learn and grow their careers at MK.
Thinking of applying to our Graduate Program? Applications for Victoria and Queensland open soon. Head to our website to learn more. 💻
#LawGraduates #MKGradProgram2027
Applications for Macpherson Kelley’s Graduate Program are just around the corner (particularly for Victorian and Queensland graduates)! 🎓
Experience a genuinely supportive environment that prioritises flexibility, community impact and professional development at every stage of your career. Our grads can expect hands-on exposure to working with clients and the opportunity to make a positive impact on workplace culture.
📍 Key application dates for each state are included in the carousel.
To learn more about the program and where your career could start, head to our website (link in bio). 💻
#LawGraduates #MKGradProgram2027
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