Generalist Lawyer

Morgan Consulting; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Consulting, on behalf of a Melbourne CBD boutique law firm, invites applications for a Generalist Lawyer with 1–3 years post-admission experience. The role offers exposure to a broad range of commercial matters and close collaboration with experienced practitioners.

You will handle drafting, research, and client communication across commercial, litigation, property, IP, wills & estates, and construction work, with genuine responsibility and opportunities to develop your own practice.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years post-admission experience.
• Exposure to generalist practice across multiple areas of law.
• Strong drafting, research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Commercial and practical problem-solving approach.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice across a range of practice areas.
• Conduct legal research and prepare advice for clients.
• Drafting and reviewing legal correspondence, contracts and other documentation.
• Assist with litigation, dispute resolution and general legal matters.
• Managing client relationships and communicating with clients throughout the process.
• Attend court, mediations and client meetings as required.
• Support senior practitioners on complex matters while developing own files.

Skills

Drafting

Research

Analytical skills

Communication

Commercial awareness

Time management

Job description

Melbourne CBD | Boutique Law Firm | Varied Legal Work

An excellent opportunity has become available for a motivated Generalist Lawyer with 1–3 years post-admission experience to join a well regarded Melbourne boutique law firm.

This is an opportunity to join a close knit and collaborative practice offering exposure to a broad range of legal matters, the opportunity to work directly with experienced practitioners and the ability to continue developing your skills across multiple areas of law. The firm has built a strong reputation for providing practical, commercially focused legal advice and developing lasting client relationships.

With a hands-on approach to its work, the team offers an environment where junior lawyers are given genuine responsibility, access to senior practitioners and the opportunity to develop their careers.

Working on a portfolio of commercial, commercial litigation, property, I.P, wills & estates and construction law.

The Opportunity is working closely with experienced lawyers and senior members of the practice, you will be involved in a varied generalist workload, including:

• Providing legal advice and assistance across a range of practice areas.
• Conducting legal research and preparing advice for clients.
• Drafting and reviewing legal correspondence, contracts and other legal documentation.
• Assisting with litigation, dispute resolution and general legal matters.
• Managing client relationships and communicating with clients throughout the legal process.
• Attending court, mediations and client meetings where required.
• Supporting senior practitioners on more complex matters while developing the confidence to manage your own files.

Generalist Lawyer | 1–3 Years PAE

Melbourne CBD | Boutique Law Firm | Varied Legal Work

An excellent opportunity has become available for a motivated Generalist Lawyer with 1–3 years post-admission experience to join a well regarded Melbourne boutique law firm.

This is an opportunity to join a close knit and collaborative practice offering exposure to a broad range of legal matters, the opportunity to work directly with experienced practitioners and the ability to continue developing your skills across multiple areas of law. The firm has built a strong reputation for providing practical, commercially focused legal advice and developing lasting client relationships.

With a hands-on approach to its work, the team offers an environment where junior lawyers are given genuine responsibility, access to senior practitioners and the opportunity to develop their careers.

Working on a portfolio of commercial, commercial litigation, property, I.P, wills & estates and construction law.

The Opportunity is working closely with experienced lawyers and senior members of the practice, you will be involved in a varied generalist workload, including:

• Providing legal advice and assistance across a range of practice areas.
• Conducting legal research and preparing advice for clients.
• Drafting and reviewing legal correspondence, contracts and other legal documentation.
• Assisting with litigation, dispute resolution and general legal matters.
• Managing client relationships and communicating with clients throughout the legal process.
• Attending court, mediations and client meetings where required.
• Supporting senior practitioners on more complex matters while developing the confidence to manage your own files.

What's on Offer

• The opportunity to join a respected boutique law firm.
• Exposure to a diverse range of legal matters.
• Direct mentorship and support from experienced practitioners.
• Genuine responsibility and the opportunity to develop your own practice.
• A collaborative and approachable working environment.
• A clear opportunity to build your career within a growing legal practice.

About You

To be considered for this opportunity, you will ideally have:

• 1–3 years post-admission experience.
• Exposure to generalist legal practice or experience across multiple areas of law.
• Strong drafting, research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A commercial and practical approach to problem-solving.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work independently.
• A genuine interest in developing your career within a boutique legal practice.