Senior Commercial Litigation Lawyer | 4 + Years PAE
Complex Supreme Court Work | Genuine Autonomy
A respected Brisbane-based law firm is looking to appoint a Senior Commercial Litigator to join its established litigation team. This could suit someone as an
Associate, Senior Associate or Special Counsel
depending on your years of experience.
The position provides the opportunity to work on sophisticated and high-value disputes before the Supreme and District Courts of Queensland, alongside an experienced team of litigators. Ideal for a confident and commercially minded practitioner, the role involves independently managing a varied portfolio of matters while also taking an active role in mentoring junior lawyers and support staff.
The Role
You will manage a broad commercial litigation practice including matters involving:
Contractual disputes
Equity and trusts
Corporations Act matters
Consumer protection
Building and construction disputes
Property disputes and resumptions
Wills and estate litigation
Insolvency
You will appear in the Supreme and District Courts of Queensland, including matters in the Commercial List, Supervised Case List, and Wills & Estates List, and be involved in:
Applications for injunctive relief, including ex parte
Interlocutory hearings
Pleadings, disclosure, expert evidence,



amendments and security for costs
Briefing and instructing Counsel, including Senior Counsel
Mediations, hearings and trials
About You
4 + years of solid Commercial Litigation experience (up to Special Counsel level)
Strong knowledge of UCPR and litigation procedure
Confident running files with minimal supervision
Comfortable appearing in Court and managing complex interlocutory processes
Experienced in briefing and instructing Counsel
Able to communicate effectively with a broad client base, from individuals to high-net-worth and corporate clients
Proven ability to mentor junior lawyers and supervise support staff
Reliable, self-sufficient, and capable of stepping up when required
The Opportunity
Work closely with an Accredited Specialist in Commercial Litigation
Manage complex, high-value disputes
Step into a trusted role with genuine autonomy
Stable, respected litigation practice
Long-term career pathway within a well-run firm
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced litigator seeking meaningful responsibility, quality work, and the chance to operate at a high technical level within a supportive but independent setting.
Please note that only candidates with the necessary experience will be contacted.
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📌 Senior Lawyer - Commercial Litigation (Queensland)
🏢 DiMention Recruitment
📍 Queensland