About the role
Our client is looking for a Litigation Lawyer with approximately 12 months –2 years PAE to join their Melbourne CBD team. This is a great opportunity for an early career lawyer to build broad, practical experience across a varied mix of commercial litigation and dispute resolution matters.

Your role will include handling a wide range of matters, for example:

- General commercial and contractual disputes
- Corporations Act disputes
- Australian Consumer Law claims
- Debt recovery and statutory demands
- Insolvency-related disputes
- Property and building disputes
- Employment disputes (and more)!
- Preparing court documents, correspondence and briefs to Counsel
- Assisting with mediations, negotiations and other dispute resolution processes
- Liaising directly with clients, Counsel, experts and other stakeholders

Skills and experience we'd love:

- 12 months –2 years PAE experience in commercial litigation and/or dispute resolution
- Robust academics in law
- Strong drafting, research and communication skills
- Sound attention to detail and organisational skills
- Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
- A practical, commercial and client-focused approach




- A genuine interest in developing a broad litigation practice

This role would suit a junior lawyer who enjoys the variety of litigation and is looking to develop strong technical and practical skills across a broad range of disputes within a supportive and approachable team.

About our client
Our client is a highly regarded, full-service commercial law firm with an established Melbourne presence. Known for its practical, commercially focused approach and quality legal work, the firm offers a supportive, down-to-earth culture with a strong focus on client service.

How to apply
To express your interest, simply click on the Apply Now button.

Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact:
Sharon Henderson l Partner
Legal People
M: 0418 361 ***
E: ******@legalpeople.com.au
Ref No: 4082404q
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Additional information

- Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution | Broad, varied matters
- Direct client contact | Attractive salary | CBD law firm
- Strong Partner mentoring | Supportive team | Develop your litigation experience

📌 Litigation Lawyer (1-2 years PAE) (Melbourne)
🏢 Legal People
📍 Melbourne