- Permanent, full-time position
- While our HW Evolve approach includes hybrid and flexible working, please note the needs of this role require court attendance 3-4 days per week
- Competitive remuneration and our Hallstar reward and recognition program
- Learning and career development programs for all roles and levels
- Flexible leave options, including up to 26 weeks paid parental leave
- Free daily breakfast and office social events
- Genuine commitment to diversity, inclusion and wellbeing, and pro bono and community

Make the smarter choice. Come thrive with us. Learn more about what Hall &

- Wilcox can offer you here.

About The Role And Team

At Hall &

- Wilcox, our Smarter Recovery Solutions team is a specialised debt recovery practice acting for a diverse client base across a broad range of industries. We manage high-volume recovery matters from initial demand through to enforcement and insolvency proceedings, delivering practical, commercial and client-focused outcomes.

Due to continued growth, we are seeking a Lawyer with 1-2 years' post-admission experience to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and motivated lawyer looking to accelerate their advocacy and litigation experience. The role offers regular court exposure, a high level of responsibility and hands-on mentoring within a supportive and collaborative team environment.

You will spend a significant portion of your week appearing in the NSW Supreme and Local Courts, managing a diverse caseload of debt recovery and insolvency-related matters and working closely with clients to achieve commercial outcomes.

You Will Be Responsible For:

- Conducting regular appearances in the NSW Supreme and Local Court and other relevant jurisdictions, typically 3 days per week;
- Managing debt recovery matters from commencement through to judgment and enforcement;
- Preparing and appearing in contested and uncontested hearings, directions hearings and mention matters;
- Drafting pleadings, affidavits, submissions and other court documents;
- Conducting winding up and Bankruptcy matters on behalf of clients;




- Advising clients on recovery strategies, enforcement options and insolvency-related issues;
- Negotiating settlements and payment arrangements;
- Managing a high-volume portfolio of matters while maintaining excellent attention to detail;
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships through responsive and commercially focused service; and
- Working collaboratively with partners, senior lawyers and support staff to achieve client outcomes.

About You

- You are an admitted lawyer with 1-2 years' post-admission experience;
- You enjoy appearing in court and are looking for a role that offers significant advocacy opportunities;
- You are proactive, motivated and eager to take ownership of your matters;
- You thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy managing competing priorities;
- You are commercially minded and focused on achieving practical outcomes for clients;
- You are highly organised and able to work efficiently across a high-volume practice;
- You have strong interpersonal skills and enjoy building relationships with clients and colleagues; and
- You are curious, adaptable and committed to continuous learning and professional development.

You Will Ideally Have The Following Skills And Experience:

- Experience in debt recovery, commercial litigation, insolvency or dispute resolution matters;
- Exposure to NSW court processes and civil litigation procedures;
- Confidence appearing in court or a strong desire to develop advocacy skills;
- Experience drafting court documents, correspondence and legal advice;
- Strong file management and matter management capabilities;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- Sound analytical and problem-solving skills;




- Robust attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines effectively;
- A client-focused approach and commercial mindset; and
- Experience working within a high-volume legal environment will be highly regarded.

About Us At Hall &

- Wilcox, we deliver outstanding legal services to corporate, public sector and private clients, both Australian-based and those offshore doing business in Australia. Our purpose is to enable our clients, our people and our communities to thrive.

We were recently named Law Firm of the Year at the 2026 Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards.

We do excellent work, smarter. We’re passionate about the work we do and how it creates value for today and tomorrow. We’re known for Smarter Law: smarter thinking to create smarter solutions. We embrace innovative thinking and technology. We listen. We partner. We solve.

We are also known for having a great culture that values people and that lives our purpose and values - our Hallmarks.

Hall &

- Wilcox is a successful independent Australian law firm; a place to belong, with the freedom to learn and grow. We thrive together. We are diverse and inclusive - everyone is welcome and respected. We encourage applications from candidates of all cultural backgrounds (including First Nations), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.

Hear from our people about what it’s like to thrive at Hall &
- Wilcox: bit.ly/HWpeople To learn more about Hall &
- Wilcox, visit our website.

Apply now

Are you ready to make the smarter choice? Let’s connect. Click apply to submit your application.

We are committed to supporting candidates with disability so that every candidate is offered a fair, equitable and supportive recruitment experience. If you require any adjustments or support to complete your application, or if you have any questions, please contact Jaimie Monahan on [email protected] for a confidential discussion.

This vacancy is being managed directly by the Hall &

- Wilcox Talent Acquisition team. We will contact our preferred agency partners should we require any assistance.

📌 Debt Recovery Court Appearance Lawyer (Sydney)
🏢 Hall u0026 Wilcox
📍 Sydney