McCabes Clerkship Application
National firm delivering timely, thorough advice across commercial, government and insurance
At a Glance
- Gender pay gap: 26.6%
Rankings & Recognition
- Corporate, Employment, Intellectual Property, Litigation and Dispute Resolution, Insurance, Government Law, Property — Firm Website
Workplace & Culture
Gender pay gap: 26.6%
Women in workforce: 66%
Primary carer parental leave: 20 weeks
Source: Workplace Gender Equality Agency, Employer Gender Pay Gaps 2024-25 — CC BY 4.0
Clerkship Programme
12-month rotation graduate program across up to 5 practice groups (~10 weeks each). 2027 intake: opens 1 Jul 2026, closes 31 Jul 2026, interviews Aug 2026, offers Sep 2026, start 8 Feb 2027. Sydney (direct portal) and Perth (SEEK). College of Law Graduate Diploma PLT included. Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Internship Program for second-year students.
SourceAwards & Recognition
- Employer of Choice Winner (Australian Business Awards 2025)
- Doyle's Guide 2025 outstanding performance
- 20 practitioners in Best Lawyers in Australia 2026 (4 Brisbane, 7 Perth, 9 Sydney).
Pro Bono & Community
- Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP)
- staff-led pro bono project committees
- diversity and inclusion programs. 'Committed to making a positive impact in our community.'
Culture & Values
- Integrity (respect, honesty, openness, trust)
- Excellence (dedication, creative thinking, continuous improvement)
- Courage (determined, tenacious, progressive). National footprint with boutique culture. Three divisions: Commercial, Government, Insurance.