Commercial Litigation and Dispute Lawyer (Partner/Special Counsel)

About the role

A growing Sydney CBD commercial law firm is looking for commercial litigation and dispute resolution practitioners at Partner or Special Counsel level. You will lead and grow a commercial disputes practice, backed by the firm's existing commercial client base and support teams, while keeping your personal brand and client relationships.

Key responsibilities

• Run commercial disputes from early advice through to hearing, settlement and enforcement
• Act on contractual, shareholder, partnership and other commercial disputes, including mediations and court proceedings
• Advise clients on strategy, risk and commercial outcomes
• Build and lead a team of lawyers as the practice grows
• Win new work and cross-reference with the firm's other practice groups

Required profile

• 8+ years' post-admission experience in commercial litigation and dispute resolution
• A portable practice or an established client following that covers your remuneration (essential)
• Admission in Australia and an unrestricted NSW practising certificate
• Track record of business development and long-term client relationships
• Leadership ability to build and mentor a team, and an entrepreneurial approach to growing your practice

What we offer

• Total package of $250,000-$350,000 with transparent remuneration and genuine upside for high performers
• Pathway to equity participation and real leadership opportunities
• Dedicated marketing, business development and operational support
• Investment in technology, AI tools and modern systems
• Substantial and growing commercial client base to cross-reference into your practice
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture and the freedom to build your practice your way