Senior Associate — Global Disputes (Litigation & Arbitration)

McManus Partners | Legal Search & Consult; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

McManus Partners | Legal Search & Consult in Brisbane seeks a Senior Associate to join a high-end disputes team handling major commercial litigation and international arbitration. You will work directly with a nationally recognised practitioner, manage significant multi-jurisdictional disputes, and contribute to strategic litigation decisions.

The role offers exposure to premier clients including multinational corporates and state-owned entities, opportunities to mentor junior lawyers, and to

Qualifications

• 5+ years' PQE in commercial disputes and dispute resolution.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Exposure to international arbitration, multijurisdictional disputes valued but not essential.
• Sophisticated drafting and advocacy preparation skills.
• Collaborative, commercially minded approach with client relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead substantial commercial disputes as part of a well-resourced team.
• Contribute to litigation strategy and case management.
• Engage with clients and develop junior practitioners.

Skills

Commercial litigation

Dispute resolution

International arbitration exposure

Advocacy drafting

Client relationship building

Job description

McManus Partners | Legal Search & Consult in Brisbane seeks a Senior Associate to join a high-end disputes team handling major commercial litigation and international arbitration. You will work directly with a nationally recognised practitioner, manage significant multi-jurisdictional disputes, and contribute to strategic litigation decisions.

The role offers exposure to premier clients including multinational corporates and state-owned entities, opportunities to mentor junior lawyers, and to