Disputes Lawyer, Adelaide – Autonomy & Mentorship

FutureYou; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

FutureYou is seeking a Lawyer – Disputes Resolution in Adelaide to join its growing team. The role is a permanent full-time position with 1.5–3 PQE and exposure to a broad range of corporate and commercial disputes.

You will work closely with senior practitioners, handling all stages of dispute resolution from pre-action to mediation, arbitration and court proceedings, with autonomy and direct client contact.

Qualifications

• Admitted to practice law in Australia.
• 1.5–3 years’ post-qualification experience in litigation or dispute resolution.
• Strong grasp of legal principles and court procedures.
• Clear, concise communication in plain English.
• Detail-oriented with accurate written work.
• Reliable, proactive and able to meet deadlines.
• Commercial mindset with client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, correspondence and advice for review by senior lawyers.
• Support matters through all stages of dispute resolution.
• Understand clients’ businesses and reflect objectives.
• Provide high level service to clients and advisers.
• Manage deadlines and time recording; understand billing.
• Mentor junior team members and participate in firm initiatives.

Skills

Litigation

Dispute resolution

Client liaison

Legal drafting

Time management

Job description

FutureYou is seeking a Lawyer – Disputes Resolution in Adelaide to join its growing team. The role is a permanent full-time position with 1.5–3 PQE and exposure to a broad range of corporate and commercial disputes.

You will work closely with senior practitioners, handling all stages of dispute resolution from pre-action to mediation, arbitration and court proceedings, with autonomy and direct client contact.