Senior Litigator - Special Counsel / Partner

A well‑established, national commercial firm is seeking an experienced Senior Litigator (Special Counsel or Partner level) to join a busy, wide-ranging litigation practice. This is a rare prospect to step into a full file load from day one. You will be backed by a strong client base, capable juniors, and a strong leadership team.

Depending on your experience, and your chosen focus, you will lead a broad mix of commercial disputes, including:
complex contractual and commercial matters
shareholder, partnership and director disputes
property and leasing litigation
building & construction disputes
insolvency‑related litigation

The role offers you genuine influence within the practice, and the ability to shape the litigation team as it continues to grow.

You will;
Run a full litigation file load
Strong junior support and capable lawyers to help drive matters




Direct access to clients and decision‑makers
A leadership team that is commercial, supportive and down‑to‑earth
Autonomy to run your practice your way
A clear pathway to partnership (or continuation at partner level)

About You
10+ years PAE in commercial litigation
Strong advocacy, drafting and negotiation skills
Confidence managing complex matters independently
Experience supervising juniors and contributing to practice development
A commercial mindset and excellent client‑relationship skills
Desire to step into a senior leadership role with influence

The Role
High‑quality, varied commercial litigation matters
Real autonomy and trust
Solid, secure workflow
Supportive culture
Highly competitive remuneration + partnership pathway
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📌 Commercial Litigation Special Counsel / Partner Melbourne
🏢 empire group
📍 Melbourne