Lawyer | Litigation, Arbitration, Class actions | Melbourne

Montgomery; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery in Melbourne is seeking a Lawyer (3–5 PAE) to join its Disputes & Investigations team. You will work closely with experienced Litigation Partners and a collaborative team to advise on complex commercial disputes, class actions and regulatory litigation.

You will act for major corporate and government clients in high-profile litigation, draft pleadings and submissions, and manage relationships with clients and counsel throughout the litigation process.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years' post-admission experience in commercial litigation.
• Experience handling complex disputes, including class actions and regulatory matters.
• Demonstrated ability to draft pleadings, submissions and briefs.
• Proactive, collaborative approach and ability to develop client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Advise on complex commercial disputes, class actions and regulatory litigation matters.
• Act for corporate and government clients in high-profile litigation and regulatory proceedings.
• Draft pleadings, submissions, evidence and other key litigation documents.
• Work directly with clients, counsel and other stakeholders throughout the litigation process.
• Develop client relationships and support the growth of the disputes practice.

Skills

Litigation experience

Class actions

Regulatory disputes

Client relationship management

Job description

Lawyer | Litigation, Arbitration, Class actions| Melbourne

Our client is a leading independent Australian law firm with a strong national presence.

The Team

The Disputes & Investigations team advises major Australian and international clients on complex commercial litigation, class actions and regulatory proceedings.
The practice handles high-value commercial disputes, significant class actions and regulatory investigations, often involving substantial financial and reputational risks.
Lawyers within the team benefit from direct Partner access and opportunities to develop specialist expertise within a highly regarded disputes practice.

The Role

An excellent opportunity exists for a Lawyer (3–5 PAE) to join a highly regarded Disputes & Investigations practice in Melbourne.
Working closely with experienced Litigation Partners and a collaborative team, you will:

• Advise on complex commercial disputes, class actions and regulatory litigation matters.
• Act for major corporate and government clients in high-profile litigation and regulatory proceedings.
• Draft pleadings, submissions, evidence and other key litigation documents.
• Work directly with clients, counsel and other stakeholders throughout the litigation process.
• Develop client relationships and support the ongoing growth of the Disputes & Investigations practice.

About you

Ideally, you will have 3–5 years' post-admission experience gained within a well-regarded commercial litigation practice.

Additionally, you will have:

• Strong experience in complex commercial litigation, class actions or regulatory disputes.
• Demonstrated court experience, including preparing pleadings, evidence and briefing counsel.
• A proactive, collaborative approach and an interest in developing your expertise within a high-performing litigation team

Additional information

• 3-5 PAE
• Highly regarded disputes team
• Broad Range of complex transactions