Job Description

Sladen Legal is a commercial law firm dedicated to providing quality legal advice and services to private enterprises. Our Dispute Resolution & Litigation team is seeking a motivated Law Graduate to join the team on a full-time basis from February 2027, with an early start available for onboarding and training from October 2026.

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Unlike a traditional rotational graduate program, this role is specifically for a Graduate who wants to build their career in Dispute Resolution & Litigation. You will join our Litigation team and remain within the team throughout your graduate year, gaining meaningful exposure to the work, clients and matters of the practice.

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If you are looking for a graduate program that allows you to rotate through different areas of law, this is not the role for you.

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We are looking for someone who is genuinely interested in Dispute Resolution & Litigation and is excited by the opportunity to develop their career in this area.

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As part of the role, you will:

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- Gain hands-on experience working on a range of commercial disputes and litigation matters;
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- Work closely with experienced specialist lawyers and have the chance to take ownership of your work as your skills develop;
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- Develop your legal research,



drafting, analytical and advocacy skills;
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- Build an understanding of the commercial and strategic considerations involved in litigation;
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- Receive structured support, mentoring and feedback throughout your graduate year; and
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- Undertake the required Practical Legal Training (PLT), with Sladen Legal covering the cost of your PLT.
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You will have a dedicated supervisor or mentor within the team who will support your development and help you transition from university into private practice.

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- Have a strong interest in Dispute Resolution & Litigation;
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- Demonstrate robust academic performance and a commitment to developing your legal skills;
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- Have strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills;
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- Be commercially minded and interested in understanding our clients and their businesses;
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- Have a collaborative and proactive approach;
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- Be able to apply yourself in a dynamic environment;
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- Demonstrate initiative, attention to detail and a willingness to learn; and
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- Be motivated to make the most of your first step into a career in private practice.
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📌 Law Graduate (Melbourne)
🏢 Sladen Legal
📍 Melbourne