Litigation Lawyer (1-2 Years PAE)

About the role

A full-service commercial law firm with an established Melbourne presence is looking for a litigation lawyer with about 12 months to 2 years of post-qualification experience to join its Melbourne CBD team. It suits an early-career lawyer who wants broad, practical experience across a varied mix of commercial litigation and dispute resolution matters.

Key responsibilities

• Handle general commercial and contractual disputes, Corporations Act disputes, Australian Consumer Law claims, debt recovery and statutory demands, insolvency-related disputes, property and building disputes, and employment disputes.
• Prepare court documents, correspondence and briefs to Counsel.
• Assist with mediations, negotiations and other dispute resolution processes.
• Liaise directly with clients, Counsel, experts and other stakeholders.

Required profile

• 12 months to 2 years of post-qualification experience in commercial litigation and/or dispute resolution.
• Strong academic background in law.
• Practical, commercial and client-focused approach, with a genuine interest in developing a broad litigation practice.

Required skills

• Strong drafting, research and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.

To apply, use the Apply Now button on the listing, or contact the recruiter by reference number 4082404q.