Photo (from left): Claire Rowe, Luke McShane, Trish Chapman, Dom McGreal, Jessica McGovern
Director Trish Chapman said, “This recognition is a great accolade for the firm. We are delighted at being one of only 31 legal firms selected in this year's list. One of the key reasons I believe we have been singled out is our collaborative model of leadership at the firm. Our entire team of lawyers are aligned with the firm's strategy and purpose, and provide valued input at our monthly strategy meetings which are facilitated by an external professional. It is not just for the directors to dictate the direction and activities of the firm. Everyone has a say and their opinions make a difference.
Private practice is demanding, but we recognise it is a ‘people centric’ business. We are all individuals with specific needs and desires, and work-life balance means each of us has the autonomy to manage our individual work practices plus our own health and wellbeing. This builds an environment which allows co-existence of life and family responsibilities with work. We can attend appointments, school assemblies, go to the dentist, deal with a personal or family need during the day, as we have a shared trust. Our focus on service delivery, rather than adhering to the usual law firm billable hour model, frees our lawyers to be fully committed to delivering professional service to clients at the highest quality, taking the time needed. We meet deadlines without being tethered to a desk in the office for fixed work hours."
Director Dom McGreal said "This acknowledgement highlights the terrific culture we have, the quality of clients and deals we work on, and the many awards we have won over the last few years. Our hope is that it brings attention to the benefits of working at Wright Legal as we are growing, and keen to attract talented banking and finance lawyers who would enjoy the small boutique firm culture we offer. The opportunity we offer to work with major law firms on the other side of our transactions and, also, advise on market leading deals presents a compelling career move for an ambitious lawyer focused on banking and finance."
Anyone interested in joining the Wright Legal team is invited to reach out for a confidential chat to Trish Chapman, Dom McGreal, Luke McShane, Claire Rowe or Jessica McGovern.
Contact us on (08) 9327 0800.
Read the full story in Australasian Lawyer.
highly professional seeking the best outcome for clients in a pragmatic approach whilst considering the needs of financiers”
drive a commercial solution where possible but not afraid to drive a hard deal or question an illogical approach... provide consideration to concerns whilst ensuring clients’ needs are met”
‘matter of fact’ whilst exuding a calm and happy manner under pressure...always responsive and respectful”
outstanding effort (always exhibited) even in times of extraordinary deals attracting interest from multiple financiers with international attention. A ‘can-do’ attitude with impressive capacity to problem solve, actively listen and draft complex agreements”