Senior Associate: Complex Commercial Disputes & Litigation

Hall & Wilcox; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

WFH equipment allowance

Reward & recognition program

Learning & career development

Flexible parental leave (26 weeks)

Free daily breakfast

Office social events

Diversity & wellbeing commitment

Pro bono & community

Job summary

Hall & Wilcox is seeking a Senior Associate in our Dispute Resolution team in Melbourne. You will manage complex commercial disputes and regulatory investigations, coordinating with partners and clients on strategy and execution.

The role offers significant learning, development and progression opportunities, with a hands-on approach to high-stakes matters in a leading Australian law firm.

Qualifications

• 6+ years' post-admission experience in commercial litigation.
• Experience handling complex disputes and regulatory investigations.
• Strong drafting, advocacy and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven capability to mentor junior lawyers and contribute to team development.
• Collaborative approach and excellent client service.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients and managing matters involving complex commercial disputes, litigation and regulatory investigations across various industries.
• Developing litigation and dispute-resolution strategies with Partners that align with client objectives.
• Drafting and settling pleadings, affidavits, witness statements, advices and briefs to counsel.
• Representing clients in court, mediations and other dispute-resolution forums; coordinating with counsel, experts and clients.
• Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers within the team.
• Contributing to client relationships, business development and thought leadership.

Skills

Senior litigation

Commercial disputes

Autonomy

Drafting

Advocacy

Stakeholder management

Mentoring juniors

Job description

Hall & Wilcox is seeking a Senior Associate in our Dispute Resolution team in Melbourne. You will manage complex commercial disputes and regulatory investigations, coordinating with partners and clients on strategy and execution.

The role offers significant learning, development and progression opportunities, with a hands-on approach to high-stakes matters in a leading Australian law firm.