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We're pleased to share that Sparke Helmore has once again been recognised as a 5-Star Employer of Choice for 2026 by Australasian Lawyer. Sparke Helmore is one of only 32 law firms nationally that have achieved this accolade.

This recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to the ongoing development of a workplace where our people feel supported, valued and empowered to do their best work. It acknowledges the culture we've built together—one that prioritises collaboration, professional growth, wellbeing and inclusion.

Bridgette Byrne, Director, People & Culture, said,

‘We've worked hard to instil a culture where wellbeing, flexibility, professional development and inclusion are more than aspirations—they're part of everyday life. This recognition acknowledges our ongoing commitment to creating an environment where our people can build meaningful and rewarding careers.’

About the 5-Star Employers of Choice

In April, Australasian Lawyer and NZ Lawyer opened the nominations to the 11th 5-Star Employers of Choice list, which continues its tradition of spotlighting the law firms that most effectively looked out for their staff through employee-centred programs over the past 12 months. 

The research team highlighted the following as key factors in positive employee experiences: remuneration, training and professional development, career progression, diversity and inclusion, access to technology and resources, communication, leadership, work-life balance, health and wellbeing, reward and recognition, and recruitment. Firms were asked to list the initiatives they had in place as well as their achievements in these key areas.

You can view all the winners here. 

About Sparke Helmore

We’ve come a long way since our doors first opened in the Hunter in 1882.  We’ve had an office in Sydney since the ‘60s and we recently opened our tenth office in Cairns.

We cover six key areas of law – Corporate & Commercial, Commercial Insurance, Government, Property Environment & Finance, Statutory Lines of Insurance and Workplace – with more than 30 specialised areas of expertise. We’re a truly national, full service and proudly Australian firm that delivers results through deep collaboration with our clients. Wherever our clients need us, that’s where we’ll be.

Covering a big country needs a big team—we’re more than 1000 people now and still growing. And in true Australian spirit, we’re practical, approachable and easy to work with. And when you work with one of us, you get the expertise of all of us.

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