Lawyer

Peppercorn Recruitment; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Peppercorn Recruitment is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Lawyer for a Brisbane-based role. You will work with a respected disputes team on substantial matters and have the opportunity to own matters and develop direct client relationships.

The position targets lawyers with 3–10+ years PAE in commercial litigation, offering challenging disputes, mentoring from senior practitioners, and a clear path for long‑term career progression in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 3–10+ years' PAE in commercial litigation or dispute resolution.
• Strong litigation fundamentals and analytical skills.
• Experience managing disputes and dealing directly with clients.
• Commercially minded approach with a view to career development.

Responsibilities

• Work on a broad range of commercial disputes including contractual and corporate matters.
• Take ownership of matters, advise clients, and develop strategy.
• Manage matters and interact with clients as experience grows.
• Collaborate with Partners and senior lawyers in a supportive team.
• Contribute to a high-quality client experience and outcomes.

Skills

Litigation experience

Commercial disputes

Client relationship management

Drafting & analysis

Job description

Commercial Litigation Lawyer | 3-10+ Years PAE

Brisbane | Quality Commercial Disputes | Excellent Career Opportunity

If you're a commercial litigator who enjoys the work but is looking for more interesting matters, greater responsibility or a better long-term career opportunity, this could be a great move.

We're working with a highly regarded Brisbane commercial litigation practice looking to appoint an experienced lawyer to its established team.

The firm has an excellent client base, highly regarded Partners and a strong pipeline of quality disputes. This is an opportunity to work on substantial matters, develop direct client relationships and take genuine ownership of your work.

The work

you'll be involved in a broad range of commercial disputes, including:

• Contractual and business disputes
• Shareholder, partnership and corporate disputes
• Insolvency and restructuring-related litigation
• Property and construction disputes
• Debt recovery, enforcement and securities disputes
• Complex court proceedings, mediations and dispute resolution

you'll work closely with experienced litigators, with the opportunity to manage matters, advise clients, develop strategy and take on increasing responsibility as your experience grows.

About you

you'll ideally bring:

• 3-10+ years' PAE in commercial litigation or dispute resolution.
• Strong litigation fundamentals, drafting and analytical skills.
• Experience managing commercial disputes and dealing directly with clients, appropriate to your level.
• A practical, commercially minded approach to resolving disputes.
• A genuine interest in continuing to develop your career as a commercial litigator.

You don't need to have worked across every area above. We're interested in capable litigators with strong fundamentals and a genuine interest in commercial disputes.

Why consider this opportunity?

• High-quality commercial litigation and interesting disputes
• Excellent Partners and experienced senior lawyers
• Genuine client contact and matter ownership
• Strong mentoring and career development
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Long-term career progression opportunities

If you're a commercial litigator looking for quality work, excellent people and the opportunity to take the next step in your career, I'd be very happy to tell you more.