I’m working with a well-established Sydney law firm looking to appoint an experienced Senior Associate to its Litigation & Dispute Resolution practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior litigator who enjoys running matters autonomously and providing commercially focused advice. The practice handles a broad range of commercial and civil disputes, with a particular focus on Australian Consumer Law claims involving motor vehicles, contractual disputes and other commercial claims.

The role You will work closely with the Partners while taking ownership of your own matters from initial advice through to resolution.

Your work will include:

Commercial and civil litigation

Australian Consumer Law disputes, including motor vehicle matters

Contractual and other commercial disputes

Advising on litigation strategy, liability, risk, evidence and settlement

Drafting pleadings, affidavits, submissions, advices and settlement documentation

Managing discovery, subpoenas, expert evidence and briefs to counsel

Attending directions hearings, mediations and conferences

Managing court deadlines, budgets and client reporting

Mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to the continued development of the practice





The position offers genuine autonomy while still providing direct access to experienced Partners.

About you Ideally, you will have:

5+ years PAE in commercial or civil litigation

Robust experience in contractual disputes and Australian Consumer Law matters

Automotive or motor vehicle dispute experience would be highly regarded

Strong knowledge of NSW court practice and procedure

Excellent drafting, negotiation and client-management skills

The ability to independently manage litigation matters and competing deadlines

A commercial and solutions-focused approach to advising clients

Advocacy, mediation or ADR experience would be advantageous

Previous mentoring or supervision experience would also be well regarded

These requirements reflect the firm's stated essential and advantageous criteria.

What’s on offer Salary guide: $170,000 - $210,000 + super, depending on experience.

This is a strong opportunity for an established litigation lawyer looking for greater autonomy, direct Partner exposure and the opportunity to develop specialist experience within the automotive and consumer-law space.

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📌 Senior Lawyer | Commercial Litigation (Sydney)
🏢 Lead Group
📍 Sydney