About this Role

Litigation Lawyer (Melb)

Litigation Lawyer (2–4 Years PAE) | Commercial Disputes

An outstanding opportunity has become available for a talented litigation lawyer to join one of Melbourne's leading disputes practices. This role is ideal for a lawyer with 2–4 years' post-admission experience who is looking to work on high-quality, complex matters while developing their career within a collaborative and high-performing team.

You'll gain exposure to a diverse client base, including listed companies, SMEs, directors and officers, property groups, insolvency practitioners, financiers, government agencies, insurers and large private businesses. The team is recognised for handling sophisticated litigation and dispute resolution matters across a broad range of industries.

The Opportunity

Working alongside highly regarded litigation specialists, you will be involved in matters including:

• Commercial and corporate disputes
• Property and leasing disputes
• Large family trust litigation
• Regulatory investigations and civil penalty proceedings
• Insolvency, restructuring and corporate recovery disputes
• Shareholder oppression claims
• Directors' duties and corporate governance matters
• Insurance indemnity advice and disputes
• White collar crime, fraud and anti-corruption matters
• Government investigations, procurement disputes and public sector advisory work

This is an excellent opportunity to build your technical expertise while working directly with experienced practitioners on complex and high-profile matters.

About You

To be successful, you will have:

• 2–4 years' post-admission experience in commercial litigation or dispute resolution
• Experience gained within a reputable commercial disputes practice
• Broad exposure to commercial litigation, with additional experience in insolvency, regulatory, property or leasing disputes viewed favourably
• Strong analytical, research and drafting skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities with corporate, government and individual clients
• A collaborative approach and genuine desire to contribute to a positive team culture

What's on Offer

• Exposure to premium litigation work across multiple industries
• Direct mentoring from experienced litigation leaders
• Genuine career progression and ongoing professional development
• Flexible working arrangements and family-friendly policies
• Modern workplace with flexible hours and a "dress for your day" culture
• Employee wellbeing initiatives including an Employee Assistance Program, health and wellbeing programs, and regular social events
• Additional leave options including purchased leave, career breaks and study leave
• Referral bonus program

The Firm

Our client is recognised as an employer of choice and has built a strong reputation for excellence in legal practice, diversity and inclusion, and professional development. The firm is committed to supporting its people through flexible working, meaningful career opportunities and an inclusive workplace culture.

The firm also has a strong commitment to pro bono work, social justice initiatives, diversity and gender equality, and encourages employees to make a positive impact through community engagement.

If you're looking to take the next step in your litigation career and work on sophisticated, market-leading disputes with an outstanding team, we'd welcome a confidential discussion.