We are looking for a Junior Lawyer to join our Litigation team on a permanent, full-time basis.

The role

You will work closely with the Partner, Associate and paralegals across a range of matters, including:

- Commercial and residential tenancy disputes

- Building and construction disputes

- Breach of contract (building contracts, supply and service contracts, development contracts etc)

- Debt recovery

- Liquidation and insolvency

- Defamation matters

- Consumer Law Claims (including misleading and deceptive conduct claims)

- Alternative dispute resolution

- Enforcement proceedings

This role offers exposure to a range of sophisticated, complex matters across the ACAT, ACT Supreme and Magistrates’ Courts, and the Federal Court.

About you

We're looking for someone who is motivated, resilient and eager to develop their legal skills.

Ideally, you will have:

- 1-2 years’ PQE

- Experience in litigation and/or dispute resolution

- Experience within a similar role or comparable environment essential

- Ability to deliver practical legal advice in a timely manner,



in accordance with deadlines and confidence managing competing priorites

- Experience liaising with Counsel

- Experience or willingness to learn court appearances

- Strong communication and client engagement skills

- Commitment to excellent client service

- Ability to work collaboratively, as well as autonomously

- Solid drafting and problem-solving skills

- Familiarity with the Court filing system is highly regarded

Why consider this opportunity?

Joining a tight-knit team, you will have access to mentoring and working closely with the firm’s Litigation Partner and Associate, as well as the Commercial and Property teams, with annual reviews and access to professional development training.

We offer a supportive environment, exposure to quality litigation work and the chance to grow and develop meaningful connections with clients and members of the legal industry.

If this sounds like you, we look forward to receiving your application!

📌 Junior Litigation Lawyer (Canberra)
🏢 McGilvray Law
📍 Canberra