Overview

Director | Legal Recruiter Providing Honest Advice & Finding you the Perfect Fit – Law Staff, Brisbane

At a mid-sized firm in Brisbane, you’ll find none of the daily billable pressures of traditional practices. The firm offers a substantial bonus scheme rewarding genuine client impact and service excellence over timesheets. The disputes practice is led by partners with elite top-tier experience and seeks an Associate or Junior Senior Associate to support a growing commercial litigation workload.

Responsibilities

- Work on a diverse mix of high-quality disputes (80% broad commercial litigation; 10–20% insolvency).
- Handle matters spanning corporate, commercial, IP, construction, property, and competition/consumer law.
- Be involved in cases ranging from mid-sized disputes to large-scale litigation, including several significant current matters.
- Collaborate directly with partners who have top-tier and international experience.
- Enjoy a balanced workflow without the pressure of business development, thanks to strong referrals from the firm's market-leading front-end practices.

Team & Practice

The firm operates with a team of 10 disputes lawyers and a dedicated admin support across the wider firm. Clients include ASX-listed corporations, private equity firms, SMEs and founders, government entities and not-for-profits, in industries such as technology, manufacturing, agriculture, digital innovation,



property and mining.

Candidate Profile / Qualifications

- 3+ years' PAE in commercial litigation
- Lawyers considered up to Junior/Senior Associate Level or 8 years PAE
- Strong technical skills in dispute resolution and litigation
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Commercial acumen and client-focused approach

Why Apply

- Top-market compensation – Competitive base salary with monthly performance bonuses (up to 50% of base)
- No billable hour targets – Performance measured by client outcomes and service quality, not timesheets
- Flexible working – Work at least 1 day at home per week
- Structured skilled growth – Fortnightly CLE sessions, monthly feedback, and merit-based advancement
- High-caliber work with a sustainable pace – Meaningful matters without excessive hours
- Steady workflow – Strong referral network from leading corporate/transactional practices
- Engaging workplace culture – Relaxed environment with regular team socials and recognition of achievements
- Modern CBD offices with waterfront views

How to Apply

Apply online direct through this advert or quote Ref: LCL . Email Bianca Davies:

Need to talk after hours? Email to arrange a conversation at your convenience – evenings or weekends included.

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Litigation Associate Lawyer (Brisbane City)
🏢 Law Staff
📍 Brisbane City