Associate Lawyer – Commercial Litigation and Insolvency

Ahd Lawyers; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring and professional development

Career progression opportunities

Team travel occasionally

Job summary

AHD Lawyers in Sydney is seeking an Associate Lawyer to join our boutique team specializing in complex commercial litigation and insolvency matters. You will support partners and other lawyers from start to resolution, handling debt recovery, contractual disputes, and regulatory issues.

The role requires 2–3 years PQE, admission as an Australian practitioner, and NSW practising certificate eligibility. Technology-related regulatory matters are advantageous but not essential.

Qualifications

• Australian practitioner admission and NSW practising certificate.
• 2–3 years' post-qualification experience in commercial litigation.
• Experience in debt recovery, contractual disputes, equity and trusts, and matters under the Corporations Act.
• Exposure to corporate insolvency and restructuring welcomed.
• Strong legal research, drafting and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a legal team.

Responsibilities

• Managing commercial litigation matters, including debt recovery and contractual disputes.
• Preparing and reviewing pleadings, affidavits, submissions, evidence and other court documents.
• Conducting legal research and providing written and oral advice on complex issues.
• Managing discovery, evidence preparation and other interlocutory processes.
• Assisting with and appearing in court proceedings, conferences, mediations and negotiations.
• Advising clients in relation to corporate insolvency, restructuring and liquidation matters.
• Acting for and advising companies, directors, creditors and insolvency practitioners.
• Contributing to litigation strategy and the conduct of complex matters.
• Working collaboratively with partners and the legal team.

Education

Australian legal practitioner admission and NSW practising certificate

Job description

Associate Lawyer – Commercial Litigation and Insolvency

We are a boutique and reputable law firm in Sydney, specialising in complex commercial litigation, corporate insolvency, restructuring, and technology related compliance regulations. We are looking for an associate-level lawyer to join our high-powered team.

About the Role

As an Associate Lawyer, you will work closely with the firm's partners and other lawyers in managing commercial litigation and corporate insolvency matters from commencement through to resolution.

Your responsibilities will include:

managing commercial litigation matters, including debt recovery, contractual disputes, equity and trust disputes, and matters arising under the Corporations Act;

preparing and reviewing pleadings, affidavits, submissions, evidence and other court documents;

conducting legal research and providing written and oral advice on complex legal issues;

managing discovery, evidence preparation and other interlocutory processes;

assisting with and appearing in court proceedings, conferences, mediations and negotiations as appropriate;

advising clients in relation to corporate insolvency, restructuring and liquidation matters;

acting for and advising companies, directors, creditors, insolvency practitioners and other stakeholders in insolvency-related matters;

contributing to litigation strategy and the conduct of complex matters; and

working collaboratively with the firm's partners and other members of the legal team.

About You

To be considered for this position, you will have:

approximately 2–3 years' post-qualification experience, with substantial experience in commercial litigation (debt recovery, contractual disputes, equity and trusts, and the Corporations Act);

exposure to corporate insolvency and restructuring matters;

strong legal research, drafting and analytical skills;

experience preparing court documents and managing litigation matters;

the ability to work independently while also working effectively as part of a legal team; and

admission as an Australian legal practitioner and eligibility to hold a practising certificate in New South Wales.

Experience in technology-related regulatory or compliance matters will be highly regarded but is not essential.

What We Offer

You will have the opportunity to work directly with experienced partners on complex litigation and insolvency matters and to take a meaningful role in the conduct and strategy of matters.

AHD Lawyers offers a collegial and supportive working environment, opportunities for continuing professional development and mentoring, and opportunities for career progression as the firm grows.

The firm also provides opportunities to participate in team activities, including occasional interstate or overseas travel and team retreats.