DWF Law Clerkship Application
Integrated legal and business services, built on people-first values and sustainable practice
Rankings & Recognition
- Insurance, Professional Indemnity, Commercial Litigation, Corporate, Employment — Firm Website
Clerkship Programme
DWF Australia does not run a formal seasonal clerkship program. Graduate roles advertised on an as-available basis via apply.dwfgroup.com. QLD participates in graduate rather than clerkship scheme per 2026 LIV guidelines. Primary practice areas: General Insurance, Compensation, Construction & Infrastructure, DWF Risk. Apply directly via careers portal or register interest for alerts.
SourceAwards & Recognition
Best Lawyers in Australia 2026 Edition: 10 lawyers recognised (incl. Matthew Curll, Hamish Broadbent, Matt Dudakov) across insurance, litigation, OHS, maritime, commercial. Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Australia 2026: 15 lawyers recognised across insurance, employment, litigation and regulatory practices.
SourcePro Bono & Community
DWF Foundation (est. 2015): £1.5M+ grants distributed across 13 countries since inception. Focus areas: homelessness, health and wellbeing, employability, education, environment and sustainability. All operating costs covered by DWF so 100% of funds go to good causes. Staff volunteer through charity challenges, mentoring, pro bono professional services. Brisbane office has an Associate Pro Bono Lawyer role.
SourceCulture & Values
People-first inclusive culture. D&I core to business. ESG and sustainability embedded in strategy. Collegial and approachable leadership. Flexitime and work-life balance. Global firm delivering integrated legal, legal operations, and business services. Australia: 5 offices (Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Gold Coast, Newcastle).
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