About the role

You'll work on responsible disputes and advisory work with the support of a boutique team that values clarity, outcomes, and long-term relationships. This is a Junior Lawyer position (1–2 years PAE) in Commercial Litigation, Insolvency, and Dispute Resolution at a boutique practice expanding in Sydney CBD.

Key responsibilities
Commercial litigation & dispute resolution: strategy, negotiation, mediation and court work
Personal and corporate insolvency: enforcement, advisory, turnaround and restructuring support
Administrative law: regulatory investigations, enforcement and Federal Court litigation
Related advisory and enforcement work as required

About you
Admitted in NSW (or eligible) and able to hold the relevant practising certificate
Solid technical skills, sound commercial judgement, and pragmatic drafting
Confident, client-first communication:



responsive, discreet and reliable
Experience (or genuine exposure) in one or more of: Federal Court, Supreme Court of NSW, Local Court NSW, Supreme Court of Victoria, Supreme Court Brisbane, Magistrates Court Brisbane, Magistrates' Court Victoria, or County Court Victoria
Values alignment: strategic, steadfast, human

About us

Cochrane O'Higgins Lawyers is a boutique practice expanding with direct access to leadership and no unnecessary hierarchy. We offer real responsibility and the chance to run matters end-to-end with backing, a platform to grow without compromising how you practise, and genuine flexibility in how the role is structured.

📌 Junior Lawyer Sydney
🏢 Cochrane O'Higgins Lawyers
📍 Sydney