As a Senior Associate, you will be responsible for managing complex litigation and insolvency matters with a high degree of autonomy while working collaboratively with the Senior Associates, Special Counsel and Directors. This is an outstanding opportunity for a commercially minded litigation lawyer looking to take the next step in their career, work alongside experienced Directors and contribute to the leadership and development of a successful and expanding national firm.

Key responsibilities

Managing commercial litigation matters from commencement through to resolution

Advising clients on dispute resolution strategies, commercial risk and litigation outcomes

Conducting debt recovery and enforcement proceedings across various jurisdictions

Acting for liquidators, trustees, administrators and receivers in insolvency-related matters

Preparing and prosecuting statutory demands, winding up applications and bankruptcy proceedings

Advising on enforcement strategies, securities enforcement and recovery actions

Drafting pleadings, affidavits, applications, submissions and technical legal correspondence

Appearing at mediations, settlement conferences and court hearings

Briefing and instructing Counsel and expert witnesses

Negotiating commercial settlements and delivering practical outcomes for clients

About you

5+ years' post-admission experience in commercial litigation, debt recovery and insolvency

Admission to practice in Australia and a current Practising Certificate

Demonstrated experience managing complex litigation matters with minimal supervision





Experience acting in insolvency and restructuring matters, including corporate and personal insolvency

Strong advocacy, negotiation and dispute resolution skills

Excellent drafting and technical legal abilities

Proven experience building and maintaining client relationships

Experience mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to team development

A pragmatic, commercially focused approach to legal problem-solving

Strong organisational and matter management skills

About us

Oakbridge Lawyers is a growing national law firm with a robust reputation in commercial litigation, debt recovery and insolvency. We are trusted advisers, strategic thinkers and problem solvers who partner with businesses, insolvency professionals, financiers and government organisations to deliver practical, commercially focused legal solutions.

High-quality commercial litigation, debt recovery and insolvency work

A diverse and sophisticated client base

Direct access to experienced Directors and decision-makers

Genuine career progression opportunities

A clear pathway towards Special Counsel and future leadership roles

Ongoing professional development and mentoring

Business development support and client exposure

A modern Melbourne CBD office

A collaborative and supportive workplace culture

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📌 Senior Associate: Lead Commercial Litigation & Insolvency (Melbourne)
🏢 Credit Clear
📍 Melbourne