Her story

Madeline is a Partner at McCullough Robertson Lawyers.

Without mentioning your job title, how would you describe what it is you do now (whether at home, work, in the community, etc.)?

I strive to make our clients’ lives easier by understanding their business, providing support, and finding solutions to assist them achieve their commercial imperatives. I enjoy guiding and encouraging members of our team as they develop their skills and navigate their career pathway. I have also worked hard, with much appreciated support, to be a present and active mother to my two children while practising law and endeavouring to support others to be who they want to be both outside and inside the office.

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What are the first three words you think of when you hear the word ‘diversity’?

Inclusion, respect, and leadership.

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What do you think it will take to develop truly diverse thinking within the legal industry?

Passionate champions and allies, leaders practising inclusive leadership, educating others on unconscious bias and the high performance that comes with a truly diverse team that includes diversity of thought and experience. This coupled with a broader cultural shift around the respective roles of women and men in the home.

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What was your main driver to enter the legal industry?

The opportunity to wear high end suits and heels, high marks in English and Latin, and a keenness to help people and see them achieve their goals.

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