Meet Sydney litigation lawyer Samuel Orchard. We invited Sam to reflect on his practice, his experience at ABL, and the aspects of our culture he finds unique. Here’s what he shared with us.
What drew you to Arnold Bloch Leibler?
I was drawn to Arnold Bloch Leibler because of its unparalleled reputation amongst the Sydney bar and judiciary as the premier firm to develop as a well-rounded litigator. This is principally because junior lawyers are trusted with meaningful, impactful work across a wide variety of practice areas from day one.
What kinds of disputes do you focus on, and what does a typical week look like for you?
My day to day work involves a variety of complex commercial disputes and regulatory investigations across Victoria and New South Wales. In a typical week, I will be reviewing pleadings, preparing evidence for upcoming hearings, and drafting written advice and correspondence, in close collaboration with both counsel and clients.
How does the Dispute Resolution & Litigation team run cases at ABL?
Arnold Bloch Leibler operates its cases via lean teams which promote highly efficient decision making and a minimum amount of double-handling. As a junior lawyer, you are integral to the efficient management and running of each matter you are involved in and, in some cases, become the primary point of contact for the client.
What’s distinctive about ABL’s litigation practice?
As a junior lawyer, you are tasked with critical, time-sensitive responsibilities which promote self-sufficiency. The degree of autonomy is second-to-none, as junior lawyers are typically given a significant opportunity to present and develop commercial strategies.
How does ABL’s culture show up in your day-to-day work?
ABL prides itself in promoting junior ownership and autonomy, which is demonstrated in the extent to which I am afforded the opportunity to express my ideas. From my first day at the firm, I felt as though my perspective was given meaningful weight and that I was afforded the opportunity to contribute to the efficient management of each matter I was involved in.
