Job Description
Associate – Senior Associate | Building & Construction Lawyers
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Brisbane | Gold Coast
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We're currently partnering with two of Queensland's leading specialist Building & Construction law firms, both experiencing significant growth and looking to appoint exceptional lawyers to their teams.
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These opportunities are suited to lawyers who are passionate about construction law and want to work on sophisticated, high-value matters while enjoying genuine career progression, flexibility and mentorship.
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Opportunity 1 - Front-End Projects, Infrastructure & Construction (Gold Coast)
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Join one of Queensland's fastest-growing specialist commercial law firms, with a market-leading reputation across Projects, Infrastructure & Construction.
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Working alongside recognised leaders in the industry, you'll advise:
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Government departments and local councils
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Major contractors and subcontractors
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Property developers
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Infrastructure clients
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Large commercial organisations
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Your work will include:
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Drafting and negotiating major construction contracts
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Project procurement and delivery
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Risk allocation and commercial advisory
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Government and infrastructure projects
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Contract administration and strategic project support
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Why this opportunity stands out
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Top-tier quality work without the bureaucracy of a national firm
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One of the best cultures I've encountered in private practice-collaborative, supportive and completely free from internal politics or egos
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Full work-from-home flexibility with a complete home office setup provided
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Outstanding mentoring from highly regarded Partners
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Career progression based on capability, not years of service, with Associates recently promoted to Senior Associate within ***** months
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Annual interstate firm retreats and genuine investment in staff wellbeing
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Remuneration aligned with leading Brisbane firms
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Chance 2 - Senior Associate / Special Counsel | Building & Construction Litigation (Brisbane)
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An outstanding opportunity to join one of Brisbane's leading specialist litigation boutiques, acting exclusively in complex commercial and construction disputes.
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This role is ideal for an experienced construction litigator seeking greater autonomy, high-quality work and a genuine pathway towards Partnership.
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You'll work across matters including:
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Security of Payment claims
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Defective works disputes
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Delay, disruption and extension of time claims
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Professional negligence claims
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Supreme Court and District Court litigation
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Mediations and other forms of dispute resolution
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Why this opportunity stands out
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Join a specialist litigation practice recognised for technical excellence
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Manage sophisticated, high-value construction disputes from inception through to resolution
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Significant client contact and responsibility from day one
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A collaborative boutique environment where quality of work takes precedence over billable hours
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Clear pathway to Partnership for the right candidate
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Competitive remuneration tailored to experience
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Who We're Looking For
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We're keen to speak with Associates, Senior Associates and Special Counsel who have experience in:
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Front-End Construction
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Projects & Infrastructure
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Building & Construction Litigation
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Commercial Litigation with a strong construction focus
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Whether you're currently in a boutique, mid-tier or top-tier firm and are simply curious about what's available in the market, we're happy to have a confidential discussion.
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If you're looking for better quality work, genuine mentoring, flexibility, a supportive culture and long-term career progression, these are two of the strongest Building & Construction opportunities currently available in Queensland.
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