About this Role
Location: Brisbane
An established and progressive Australian law firm is seeking a Litigation Associate (2–4 years PAE) to join its growing Brisbane-based litigation team. This role is well suited to a driven lawyer who enjoys responsibility, client contact, and the opportunity to run matters with increasing autonomy.
You will work across a broad range of commercial litigation, employment disputes, debt recovery, enforcement (secured and unsecured), and insolvency matters. The position offers meaningful exposure to complex matters and regular interaction with clients, referrers, and senior practitioners.
The successful candidate will be expected to step confidently into an active caseload and contribute from day one.
To be successful in this role, you will be able to demonstrate:
Experience running commercial litigation and dispute resolution matters
Strong advocacy skills, including court appearances and mediations
Ability and willingness to manage litigation and insolvency matters with relative autonomy through to trial, where required
Excellent drafting skills, including correspondence, advice, pleadings, applications, and affidavits
Experience preparing briefs to counsel, experts, and agents
A solid working knowledge of State and Federal Court rules
Strong technical ability with a high level of attention to detail
You will also bring:
A positive, collaborative approach and strong team ethic
A self-motivated mindset with excellent organisation and time management skills
High professional and ethical standards
Confidence and strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Alignment with a values-driven, inclusive workplace culture
A genuine interest in supporting client relationships and contributing to the firm’s ongoing growth and reputation
This firm is committed to creating a supportive and engaging work environment and offers:
Structured mentoring from experienced practitioners
Monthly employee recognition initiatives
Flexible working arrangements
Paid parental leave and volunteer leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Referral incentives
Regular social events and team activities
Celebrations recognising milestones, achievements, and birthdays
This firm is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. The role is available for an immediate start, or as soon as practicable for the right candidate.