Commercial Disputes Associate/Senior Associate
Location: Melbourne -CBD
State: VIC
Worktype: Full Time
About the role
Join a market-leading Commercial Disputes team handling complex, high-stakes commercial disputes for an impressive client base that includes ASX-listed companies, corporate regulators, private corporations and high-net-worth individuals.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an Associate/Senior Associate (3–7 years’ PAE) to work closely with highly regarded Partners, where you will contribute to litigation strategy, independently manage and progress matters, and supervise and mentor junior lawyers.
Offering sophisticated work, genuine career progression and excellent benefits, this role is ideal for a talented commercial litigator looking to take the next step in their career.
Benefits
In addition to market-competitive remuneration and a generous incentive program, you will enjoy:
You will advise and represent clients across a broad range of commercial disputes and contentious matters, including:
You will also contribute to litigation strategy, manage matters with appropriate autonomy, delegate work, and supervise and mentor junior lawyers.
Skills & experience
Ideally, you will have:
Our client is a respected mid-tier commercial law firm with a growing national presence and a reputation for handling sophisticated, high-quality matters. Recognised as one of Australia’s best places to work, the firm offers a modern, inclusive and collaborative environment that places its people first.
How to apply
To express your interest, simply click on the Apply Now button.
Alternatively, for a confidential discussion please contact:
Sharon Henderson | Partner
Legal People
M: 0418 361 199
E: sharon@legalpeople.com.au
Ref No: 4056809
Join a market-leading Commercial Disputes team handling complex, high-stakes commercial disputes for an impressive client base that includes ASX-listed companies, corporate regulators, private corporations and high-net-worth individuals.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an Associate/Senior Associate (3–7 years’ PAE) to work closely with highly regarded Partners, where you will contribute to litigation strategy, independently manage and progress matters, and supervise and mentor junior lawyers.
Offering sophisticated work, genuine career progression and excellent benefits, this role is ideal for a talented commercial litigator looking to take the next step in their career.
Benefits
In addition to market-competitive remuneration and a generous incentive program, you will enjoy:
- Hybrid working arrangements and flexible working hours
- A market-leading paid parental leave policy
- The ability to purchase additional annual leave
- A gifted day of leave during your birthday month
- Structured professional development, coaching and mentoring
- Health and wellbeing initiatives and regular social events
You will advise and represent clients across a broad range of commercial disputes and contentious matters, including:
- Commercial and contractual disputes
- Misleading or deceptive conduct
- Regulatory matters
- Director and shareholder disputes
- Negligence claims
You will also contribute to litigation strategy, manage matters with appropriate autonomy, delegate work, and supervise and mentor junior lawyers.
Skills & experience
Ideally, you will have:
- 3–7 years’ PAE in commercial litigation gained in private practice
- Strong litigation and case management experience across varied disputes
- Excellent legal, forensic and evidentiary skills
- The ability to supervise and mentor junior lawyers
- Commercial acumen, business development capability and a client-focused approach
- Experience conducting litigation in the Commercial Court of the Supreme Court of Victoria will be highly regarded
Our client is a respected mid-tier commercial law firm with a growing national presence and a reputation for handling sophisticated, high-quality matters. Recognised as one of Australia’s best places to work, the firm offers a modern, inclusive and collaborative environment that places its people first.
How to apply
To express your interest, simply click on the Apply Now button.
Alternatively, for a confidential discussion please contact:
Sharon Henderson | Partner
Legal People
M: 0418 361 199
E: sharon@legalpeople.com.au
Ref No: 4056809
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