Our client is a specialist litigation firm based in Sydney CBD with a strong reputation in commercial litigation, debt recovery and insolvency matters across Australia and New Zealand. Acting for businesses, financial institutions, liquidators and trustees, the firm is known for delivering commercially focused legal solutions while offering lawyers the opportunity to work on high‑quality matters in a collaborative and supportive setting.

About the Role

This is an outstanding opportunity for a litigation lawyer to join a busy and growing disputes team handling a diverse mix of commercial litigation, debt recovery and insolvency matters in Australia and New Zealand.

You’ll work closely with experienced practitioners, manage complex files from start to finish, appear in court, advise sophisticated commercial clients, and mentor junior lawyers and a team of paralegals. This role offers genuine autonomy, direct client contact and clear opportunities for long‑term career progression.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage a broad portfolio of commercial litigation, debt recovery and insolvency matters.
- Advise businesses, financial institutions, liquidators and trustees on complex commercial disputes.
- Prepare pleadings, statutory demands, winding‑up applications, bankruptcy applications and Federal Court documents.
- Represent clients in negotiations, mediations, and court proceedings across NSW,



other States and Territories of Australia, and New Zealand.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships while delivering practical, commercially focused advice.
- Mentor and support junior lawyers and paralegals as part of a collaborative team.

About You

You are an experienced litigation lawyer who enjoys running matters autonomously while working closely with clients and colleagues to achieve commercial outcomes.

You’ll ideally bring:

- 5+ PQE in commercial litigation, debt recovery and/or insolvency.
- Strong technical knowledge and confidence in managing matters end-to-end.
- Court advocacy experience across NSW and Federal jurisdictions.
- Excellent drafting, negotiation and communication skills.
- A practical, commercially minded approach to dispute resolution.
- A collaborative mindset and an interest in mentoring junior team members.
- Flexible working arrangements with 1–2 days working from home.
- Genuine career progression within a growing practice.
- Mentoring from experienced practitioners.
- Active learning and development programs to support your career.
- High‑quality commercial work with direct client responsibility.
- Supportive, collaborative team culture in a modern Sydney CBD office.

Apply now or contact Jason Elias at or 0411 151 860 for a confidential discussion.

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📌 Commercial Litigation/Insolvency Lawyer (City of Sydney)
🏢 Elias Recruitment
📍 City of Sydney