Litigation Lawyer (1-2 years PAE)

About the role
Our client is looking for a Litigation Lawyer with approximately 12 months –2 years PAE to join their Melbourne CBD team. This is a great opportunity for an early career lawyer to build broad, practical experience across a varied mix of commercial litigation and dispute resolution matters.

Your role will include handling a wide range of matters, for example:

• General commercial and contractual disputes
• Corporations Act disputes
• Australian Consumer Law claims
• Debt recovery and statutory demands
• Insolvency-related disputes
• Property and building disputes
• Employment disputes (and more)!
• Preparing court documents, correspondence and briefs to Counsel
• Assisting with mediations, negotiations and other dispute resolution processes
• Liaising directly with clients, Counsel, experts and other stakeholders

Skills and experience we'd love:

• 12 months –2 years PAE experience in commercial litigation and/or dispute resolution
• Strong academics in law 
• Strong drafting, research and communication skills
• Sound attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• A practical, commercial and client-focused approach
• A genuine interest in developing a broad litigation practice

This role would suit a junior lawyer who enjoys the variety of litigation and is looking to develop strong technical and practical skills across a broad range of disputes within a supportive and approachable team.

About our client
Our client is a highly regarded, full-service commercial law firm with an established Melbourne presence. Known for its practical, commercially focused approach and quality legal work, the firm offers a supportive, down-to-earth culture with a strong focus on client service.

How to apply
To express your interest, simply click on the Apply Now button.

Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact:
Sharon Henderson l Partner
Legal People
M:    0418 361 199
E:    sharon@legalpeople.com.au
Ref No: 4082404
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