Allens was founded on 22 July 1822, the day after 21-year-old George Allen was admitted as an attorney and solicitor of the Supreme Court of New South Wales and became the first person to complete their full legal training in Australia. When he began his small legal practice in a cottage on Elizabeth Street in Sydney, he could not have forseen the story that would follow.  ...

'I've been working part-time for the past five years, as I balance work with raising a young family. I think there's this idea that working part time, especially in a deal team, isn't achievable. For me, having amazing support at home and ...

Stepping out of a full-time role to try contract work can often feel daunting, but for Mary Jane it felt right. ...

Lily is the National Manager of Adapt, our dedicated flexible resourcing solution which matches legal experts to contract opportunities, and secondments. ...

Lily is the National Manager of Adapt, our dedicated flexible resourcing solution which matches legal experts to contract opportunities, and secondments. ...

Lily is the National Manager of Adapt, our dedicated flexible resourcing solution which matches legal experts to contract opportunities, and secondments. ...

The choices we make as leaders, partners, parents and colleagues shape the lives of those around us. This International Women's Day, we're sharing the ways four Allens people are choosing to challenge the status quo to create a more inclusive world. ...

Nicky is Director of Community Engagement and is responsible for Allens' pro bono practice, sustainability strategy, reconciliation and philanthropy work. ...

Stories Navigating new legal territory Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are advised that this page contains images of deceased people.    Following the tragic death of Yorta Yorta woman Tanya Day, Ms Day's four children are ...

Stories Views from our team Pro bono and community work is one of the most enduring topics of interest for law students applying for clerkships at top tier law firms. However, without first-hand experience, it's difficult for students to ...