Hunt & Hunt is a leading mid-tier law firm dedicated to delivering practical, commercial and high-quality legal solutions for our clients. We are proud of our supportive and collaborative culture, where our people are valued, professional development is encouraged, and work-life balance is genuinely supported.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Associate to join our Commercial Litigation team in Melbourne.
The Commercial Litigation team is led by Catherine Ballantyne, Principal and Practice Group Leader, and advises clients across a broad range of complex disputes and litigation matters. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented litigator to work closely with Catherine and the wider team, managing diverse commercial disputes for private businesses, corporate clients and high-net-worth individuals while further developing their career.
The role offers significant client contact, autonomy in managing matters, mentoring opportunities, and exposure to business development and leadership initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will have experience in:
- Managing a diverse commercial litigation and dispute resolution practice
- Conducting matters across state and federal courts, tribunals, and alternative dispute resolution forums
- Advising clients on commercial disputes, contractual issues, shareholder disputes, insolvency-related matters, debt recovery, and general business disputes
- Managing client relationships and contributing to business development activities
- Supervising, mentoring, and supporting junior lawyers and graduates
About You
You will thrive in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment and demonstrate:
- Strong technical litigation and dispute resolution skills
- Confidence managing files autonomously while working effectively within a team
- Strong client relationship and stakeholder management abilities
- A proactive approach to mentoring and supporting junior team members
- The ability to prioritise competing deadlines and deliver high-quality work
Experience
To be successful in this role you will ideally have:
- 7+ years' post-admission experience in commercial litigation and dispute resolution
- Strong court and dispute resolution experience across a broad range of commercial matters
- An established professional network and interest in business development will be highly regarded
Why Join Hunt & Hunt?
We genuinely value our people. We offer flexible working arrangements, a competitive remuneration package and a strong commitment to career development and progression.
You will have the opportunity to work closely with experienced leaders, develop your practice, mentor emerging lawyers, and contribute to a collaborative team culture focused on delivering outstanding client outcomes.
At Hunt & Hunt, we are proud of the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that shape our culture. We value and support inclusion across gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, cultural heritage, First Nations identity, and family or caring responsibilities.
If you require adjustments to participate fully in our recruitment process, please let us know by contacting Taylor MacDonald. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.
We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. Even if your professional path does not perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply.
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📌 Senior Associate- Commercial Litigation (Melbourne)
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