11/06/2026
Last night, Marcus Carbone had the privilege of speaking at the St George – Sutherland Shire Regional Law Society Young Lawyers’ Dinner, as part of the CPD panel: Building Your Legal Career: Pathways, Pivots & Possibilities.
Hosted by Grace Jordan (Young Lawyers Representative), Marcus joined an outstanding panel alongside Louisa McKimm (DCJ) and Bradley Peterson (Culwalla Chambers) to share insights on navigating a legal career.
A key theme of the evening was reflection. For Marcus, it was a rare opportunity to step back and consider the journey that led him to MTK Lawyers — one defined not by a straight line, but by a series of unexpected pivots.
Like many lawyers starting out, the traditional goal was partnership in a large firm. However, along the way, new opportunities emerged — prompting changes in direction and perspective. This led to an important takeaway:
👉 Have a clear vision, but stay flexible enough to embrace opportunity.
Marcus shared that while long-term direction is important, focusing on achievable short-term goals often drives greater progress and satisfaction.
Another topic that strongly resonated with the room was work-life balance. Marcus emphasised that balance is not a one-size-fits-all concept — it’s deeply personal.
For example, starting the day at 3:30am might seem unconventional, but it allows him to prioritise a non-negotiable: being home for dinner, bath time, and bedtime with his children.
👉 Find what balance looks like for you — and protect it.
We’re proud to support initiatives that foster the development of young lawyers in our region. A big thank you to the St George Sutherland Shire Law Society, NSW Young Lawyers, and The Law Society of NSW for their ongoing contribution to the profession.
If you're a young lawyer in the area, don’t hesitate to reach out — Marcus is always happy to connect over a coffee and share insights.