Commercial Litigation/Insolvency Associate

2 weeks ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Watson Webb Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Commercial Litigation/Insolvency Associate – 2 to 4 years PQE

We have a fantastic opportunity for a talented Associate to join our growing Commercial Litigation and Insolvency team.

Who are we?

Watson Webb is an innovative and high-performing law firm based in Sydney's CBD. 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 will allow 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.

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.

What the role will comprise

You will undertake a range of exciting and challenging work across a variety of commercial litigation and dispute matters. Our diversified client base ranges from publicly listed companies and top-tier insolvency firms to family-owned businesses. You can expect to advise our clients, brief and instruct counsel, and have detailed involvement in a wide range of commercial litigation and insolvency matters, including complex commercial litigation, building and construction disputes (including Security of Payment Act matters), shareholder and franchise disputes, debt recoveries, voidable transaction disputes and other insolvency-related matters, whilst also running proceedings in the New South Wales Civil and Administrative Tribunal.

What we are looking for

  • PQE of 2-4 years' experience in commercial litigation and insolvency
  • Demonstratable teamwork and collaboration skills, as well as the ability to work independently
  • Commercial nous and confidence in building solid relationships with clients to gain an intricate understanding of their business' needs
  • Excellent technical, analytical, communication and research skills to contribute to the delivery of commercially astute advice
  • A strong attention to detail (including preparation of evidence, court documents and advice to client) is critical, and experience with civil procedure rules (especially in the Federal and NSW courts), rules of evidence, Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 1999 and the adjudication process generally will be highly valued
  • Ability to brief, instruct and generally interact with counsel

How to Apply

Please submit an expression of interest by selecting the "apply now" button and completing the online application form.

Please note that you will be required to provide references and an academic transcript during the interview process.

If you wish to have a confidential discussion, please contact Lisa Boldrin, Office Support & Executive Assistant on



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