O’Neill Partners Commercial Lawyers www.oneillpartners.com.au specialises in insolvency and litigation. As part of our practice, we have a large debt recovery portfolio servicing business-to-business clients and service providers.
We are currently seeking a 1-3 year PQE solicitor with an interest in commercial litigation to work closely with a Partner, Associate and Paralegal in our Sydney CBD office.
The role In this role you will, under supervision:
· Have day to day carriage of matters and draft pleadings, correspondence, deeds, terms of settlement bankruptcy notices, creditor’s petitions and other Court documents;
· Prepare contested cases for hearing including drafting affidavits, collating evidence and liaising with witnesses and Counsel where necessary;
· Appear in the Local Court (Small Claims and General Divisions), Federal Circuit Court Bankruptcy List and Supreme Court Corporations List or instruct counsel in more complicated matters;
· Use the online portal for each of the above Courts;
· Have direct contact with clients and defendants to secure a timely commercial resolution to the matter;
· Work with an experienced Paralegal to facilitate post-judgment enforcement of debts.
About you A genuine interest in commercial litigation, a working knowledge of the UCPR, strong teamwork skills and an eye for detail are essential criteria for this role.
Your future direction
This is an excellent opportunity for a strong candidate to join an productive team in a busy litigation practice. You will gain practical, hands-on experience and develop your career within a dynamic yet supportive environment.
ONP is an equal opportunity employer and a hybrid working arrangement is available.
All applications must be submitted to
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📌 Litigation Solicitor (Sydney)
🏢 O'Neill Partners Lawyers
📍 Sydney