Senior Associate or Special Counsel
1 week ago
About the Role
Piper Alderman is seeking a highly experienced Senior Associate or Special Counsel to join our Litigation & Dispute Resolution team in Brisbane. As a key member of our team, you will play a senior role in leading commercial litigation, construction, and related dispute matters.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead all work streams related to commercial litigation, including conducting thorough investigations, drafting pleadings, managing document discovery, taking witness statements, and preparing evidence.
- Provide expert legal advice and strategic guidance on a wide range of corporate and commercial matters, including preparing, advising, and negotiating various agreements such as licensing, sponsorship, IP commercialisation, and indemnity agreements.
- Lead general commercial disputes, including contractual disputes, professional negligence, insurance-related matters, and regulatory proceedings.
- Provide whole-of-project support and advice to companies in the construction and infrastructure sector, resolving complex construction and engineering disputes using adjudication, mediation, arbitration.
- Advise on construction and infrastructure project delivery options, contract risks, contract management, and contract administration.
About the Team
Our high-performing, collegiate Dispute Resolution and Litigation team in Brisbane is looking for a driven individual with commercial litigation experience. This practice group has been described as a top performer in the corporate and commercial litigation space, with supervising Partners recognized in Best Lawyers in Australia.
About You
- Extensive experience in a wide variety of high-value commercial disputes and other litigation.
- At least 8 years of experience in a similar position, ideally supporting a team in a law firm or professional services environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- A proactive and collaborative approach to work.
About Us
Piper Alderman is a premier commercial law firm with offices in Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, and Melbourne. We work with clients across Australia and internationally to achieve practical commercial outcomes, innovate in service delivery, and engage deeply across multiple industries.
Our Culture
We pride ourselves on being a collaborative law firm where high-achieving, ambitious team members can succeed in achieving their career goals while performing challenging and rewarding tasks. At Piper Alderman, we promote a culture of excellence, collaboration, and teamwork, recognizing and supporting individuals and investing in their continued professional development.
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