GovernmentHunt & Hunt understands that government agencies and departments have special requirements and operate in a unique environment. All practice under the model litigant framework, which Hunt & Hunt not only recognises, but also embraces. We understand that government entities are scrutinised more than others in how they act, and it is imperative that they are seen to be fair and reasonable within the framework of the law. Our firm fosters an environment that is implicitly compatible with the high standards set by government. Moreover, as lawyers admitted to practice in the courts of Australia, we take our ethical and behavioural obligations, including the various Acts governing the profession, very seriously. Our professional and support staff is required at all times to: At Hunt & Hunt, we understand the importance of probity and transparency in conducting government work. Our understanding of the public service and the context in which government operates can be summarised by these key points: - probity and transparency are the number one priority
- government departments and organisations have political masters
- each department/organisation has its own culture, environment and ethos, and
- government operational mechanisms include the need for paper and electronic trails and full accountability.
We currently represent an impressive number of local, State and Federal government entities and departments. Our services include - commercial and contract law, including trusts, government tendering, trade practices/competition law, infrastructure projects, outsourcing and corporations law
- administrative law, including Freedom of Information, government/public law, privacy, natural justice and corporate governance
- litigation, including personal injury and Coronial Inquests
- property, including acquisitions, disposals, leases, licences and Crown land
- intellectual property and technology law, including copyright, trademarks, licensing, joint ventures, outsourcing and strategic alliances
- employment law, including advice, interpretation and documentation in relation to employment, industrial relations and occupation health and safety.
For further information, contact Jim Harrowell.
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