Lawyer (Litigation) 2-3 Years' PQE

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At Griffith Hack, we're using the lens of IP to give clients a fresh perspective on markets, business opportunities, innovation and brands.

Beyond simply protecting IP, we help businesses grow through focusing on the outcomes that support commercial sustainability and innovation.

Part of the IPH Group, we are an established IP services firm with a long history and national presence. Our team is made up of high performing individuals and world class experts who seek to understand our clients' needs with curiosity and attentiveness. We are rapidly growing and are constantly seeking innovators to join us.

Who We Need

We're looking for a talented and driven Lawyer to join our high-performing Litigation team in North Sydney. This is a fantastic opportunity to build on your technical expertise within a supportive and collaborative environment, working alongside some of the most experienced IP professionals in the industry.

In this role, you'll gain exposure to a wide range of contentious and advisory matters across a broad spectrum of intellectual property, including patents, designs, trade marks, copyright, misleading and deceptive conduct, passing off, and confidential information. You'll benefit from close mentoring and training from senior members of the team, ensuring continued growth and development.

This opportunity is ideal for a lawyer with 2–3 years of post-admission experience who is looking to deepen their skills and experience in IP law within a dynamic and forward-thinking firm.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Expertise

• Drafting cease and desist letters, pre-litigation correspondence and engaging in settlement negotiations.
• Assisting with intellectual property litigation, including drafting pleadings, preparing evidence and submission.
• Assisting with patent oppositions, trade mark oppositions and non-use removal proceedings hearings before IP Australia, including preparing evidence and submissions.
• Advising in relation to IP entitlement and IP ownership dispute resolution
• Managing enforcement and anti-counterfeiting campaigns.
• Filing Customs Notices with the Australian Border Force and conducting brand protection training for Customs officers.
• Drafting a range of intellectual property agreements, including assignments, settlement agreements, licence agreements and co-existence agreements.

Client Relationship Management

• Establish good rapport with clients by responding professionally and promptly to queries and requests.
• Take every opportunity to grow own understanding of the client's business and commercial goals.
• Ability to manage complex litigation processes, manage matter tasks and court deadlines
• Accurately record all billable and non-billable time and manage work in progress (WIP).
• Maintain a good understanding of own progress against individual and team financial targets and actively communicate workload and capacity to supervisor and other senior members of group.
• Seeks to learn more about business drivers and effective practice management.

Marketing & Business Development

• Play a role in marketing and business development activities e.g. write articles for Griffith Hack's website, attend industry events

About You

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor of Laws (combined degree preferred).
• Admitted to practice in Australia.
• 2–3 years' post-admission experience, ideally with exposure to IP.

Skills & Attributes

• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Good time management skills - ability to prioritise and manage competing priorities.
• Ability to build strong relationships with a range of people.

Why Us?

At Griffith Hack, we take pride in being a leading IP services firm with a strong reputation for excellence, innovation and client service. We offer:

• A hybrid working environment that promotes flexibility and balance
• A values-led culture built around Collaboration, Excellence, Service, and Curiosity
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• A diverse and inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued

How To Apply

If this role sounds like you, and you have work rights in Australia, we'd love to talk. Please apply using the link or email with:

• Why you are interested in this position

Please Note: This description is an indication of the minimum responsibilities required of the position. It is not intended to define specific duties or responsibilities, or to limit or modify the right of management to assign and direct the work of staff under supervision. It should not be taken to exclude other duties not mentioned that require a similar level of competency or to limit growth or change of responsibilities within the role over time to align to business needs.

Successful candidates will undergo a standard pre-employment screening as part of the hiring process within the IPH Group. This process may include verifying key information such as your identity, qualifications, references, and criminal history. By submitting your application, you acknowledge that you may be required to complete any necessary background checks relevant to the role. Kindly note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelNot Applicable

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionLegal
• IndustriesLaw Practice

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