21 Oct
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LOD group
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Sydney
LOD (Lawyers On Demand) is one of the largest and fastest growing global legal services businesses, and as a ‘new law’ pioneer, we continue to lead the market we created.
We're a global business with offices around the world that focus on providing end-to-end solutions for our clients' legal needs, by connecting them with our team of exceptional legal professionals. We provide secondment opportunities, legal advisory services, and legal operations & tech solutions. Together, we find new ways to supercharge the value that legal professionals and in-house legal teams deliver.
With LOD, you get all the best bits of being a lawyer - engaging work with some of the world's most exciting organisations, plus the flexibility and freedom to live your life how you want.
Who we're looking for?
We are seeking a Lawyer (1-3 Years' PQE) to join a well-established boutique law firm on a contract basis, based in North Strathfield, NSW.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious lawyer with commercial litigation and/or commercial law experience to work on a diverse range of disputes and advisory matters. You'll gain hands‑on exposure to complex litigation, insolvency, construction and contractual disputes, while working closely with experienced practitioners in a collaborative and client‑focused environment.
About the Role:
- Manage and progress a variety of commercial litigation and dispute resolution matters from initial instructions through to resolution.
- Draft a broad range of legal documents, including pleadings, affidavits, submissions, correspondence, and legal advice.
- Provide practical and commercially focused legal advice on disputes, risk management,
and business‑related issues.
- Advise clients on contractual disputes, commercial arrangements, and transaction‑related matters.
- Conduct detailed legal research and analysis on complex commercial and litigation issues.
- Work closely with counsel and other external advisors to develop effective litigation strategies.
- Represent and support clients during negotiations, mediations, and dispute resolution processes.
- Maintain high standards of file management and ensure compliance with professional obligations.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships while contributing to the growth of the practice.
- Collaborate with senior lawyers and support staff to deliver exceptional client outcomes.
About You:
- Hold a current practising certificate.
- 1-3 years' post‑admission experience in commercial litigation, dispute resolution, and/or commercial law.
- Strong drafting abilities, with the capacity to produce clear, concise, and persuasive written work.
- Exceptional attention to detail and a proactive approach to managing matters from start to finish.
- Confidence engaging with clients, counsel, courts, and other stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex legal issues.
- Sound commercial judgment and a pragmatic,
solutions‑focused approach.
- The ability to manage competing priorities and perform effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
- Experience using Smokeball or other legal practice management software will be highly regarded.
What sets us apart?
People join us for a range of reasons - the life of an LOD lawyer is like no other.
- We’re an Employer of Choice: for the fifth year in a row, we’ve been recognised as an Employer of Choice by Australasian Lawyer. We’re even prouder that we’ve received an employee NPS score across Australia of 81 which is recognised as “ground‑breaking”.
- CV‑enhancing work with global brands: We provide our people with varied, challenging, career‑enhancing work with world‑class global brands, allowing them to take control of their career and diversify their experience across a range of industries.
- No limits: We’ve helped open doors, break glass ceilings, facilitate the transition from private practice to in‑house, and develop career pathways to become a GC. Whatever direction you want to take your career, we can help you get there.
- You call the shots: We take work‑life balance pretty seriously. You can work on‑site with our clients or remotely, undertake full‑time or part‑time assignments, or assignments that are for set months of a year – it's your choice
- You’re never on your own: Throughout your LOD career, you’ll become part of a community. You’ll be supported by your LOD colleagues and our HQ team, have access to mentoring programs and high quality know‑how, LOD social events, and recei
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