Senior Litigation Counsel

2 months ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Legal People Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Litigation Lawyer to join our thriving medium-sized CBD law firm. The successful candidate will have a proven track-record in a broad range of litigation matters, including Commercial Litigation and Employment Litigation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Handle a broad range of litigation matters, acting for either the plaintiff or defendant
  • Acting for clients in Commercial Litigation, including contractual disputes, partnership disputes, bankruptcy and insolvency, professional negligence, trade practices, building and construction claims, leasing and franchising disputes
  • Acting for clients in Employment Law, including breaches of employment contracts, restraint of trade, OH&S claims, sexual harassment/discrimination/bullying in the workplace
  • Acting for clients in Media/Intellectual Property, including copyright, defamation and intellectual property claims, including confidentiality/non-disclosure agreements, licensing agreements and deeds of assignment
About You
  • 8-10 years plus PQE
  • Proven track-record in a broad range of litigation matters
  • Enthusiasm to foster and develop key business/practice development initiatives
  • Strong leadership/mentoring skills to actively be involved in the developing the team's skillset
  • Excellent communication/interpersonal skills
What We Offer
  • Genuine career advancement prospects
  • Strong support, infrastructure & resources
  • Great work/life balance; healthy social/office culture
  • Rewarding remuneration package


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