Commercial Litigation and Insolvency Associate

7 days ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Angie Broughton Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a talented Associate to join our growing Commercial Litigation and Insolvency team at Watson Webb, an innovative and high-performing law firm based in Sydney's CBD.

Our Mission

Our mission is to provide our clients with a breadth and depth of knowledge and commercial experience to solve even the most complex legal issues.

A Career with Watson Webb

A career with Watson Webb allows you to undertake quality work, experience a high level of client interaction, and work in a supportive, collaborative environment where effort is seen and rewarded.

About the Team

Our firm has a truly unique culture, and we are committed to providing our team members the ability to work in an environment that is mutually beneficial for you, our clients, and our firm.

Key Responsibilities

  • Undertake a range of exciting and challenging work across a variety of commercial litigation and dispute matters.
  • Advise our clients on complex commercial litigation, building and construction disputes, property disputes, shareholder, partnership and franchise disputes, and debt recoveries.
  • Have detailed involvement in various front-end and back-end insolvency-related matters, including advising insolvency practitioners at all stages of the external administration process.
  • Act in proceedings concerning voidable transactions, claims against former officers of companies, public examinations, and fee approval applications.
  • Gain valuable experience in bankruptcy proceedings and proceedings in the New South Wales Civil and Administrative Tribunal in a wide variety of disputes.

Requirements

  • PQE of 3-5 years in commercial litigation and insolvency, either as a paralegal or post-study.
  • Proven teamwork and collaboration skills, with the capacity to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
  • Commercial acumen and confidence in building robust client relationships, with a deep understanding of their individual business needs.
  • Excellent technical, analytical, communication, and research skills to deliver commercially astute advice.
  • Ability to anticipate and address potential challenges, ensuring clients are well-prepared and confident throughout the litigation process.
  • Meticulous attention to detail in preparing evidence, drafting court documents, and providing client advice.
  • Experience with civil procedure rules in the Federal and NSW Courts, rules of evidence, and the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 1999, including the adjudication process.
  • Proven ability to brief and instruct counsel effectively, facilitating interactions to achieve favourable settlements.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional learning and development, with a focus on building expertise in insolvency law and practice.


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