Senior Litigation Counsel: Hybrid, Mentorship & Growth

Lawyers Weekly; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

$5k personal development budget

Wellness initiatives

Parental leave

Annual retreat and extra leave

Job summary

Lawyers Weekly is seeking a Senior Associate / Special Counsel to lead commercial litigation and dispute resolution matters within a full-service firm. The role offers hybrid work, mentorship from senior lawyers, and a clear path to progression in a supportive, values-driven team.

You will manage mid-tier complexity disputes, collaborate with Directors and peers, and contribute to business development while delivering practical, client-focused advice.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in commercial litigation and dispute resolution.
• Strong writing, strategy and file management skills.
• Open to insolvency experience but not a dealbreaker.

Responsibilities

• Manage a variety of commercial disputes and litigation matters with mid-tier complexity.
• Collaborate with senior Directors and peers in a high performing team.
• Contribute to a culture of shared wins and client-focused service.

Skills

Commercial litigation

Dispute resolution

Strong writing

Strategy & file management

Job description

Lawyers Weekly is seeking a Senior Associate / Special Counsel to lead commercial litigation and dispute resolution matters within a full-service firm. The role offers hybrid work, mentorship from senior lawyers, and a clear path to progression in a supportive, values-driven team.

You will manage mid-tier complexity disputes, collaborate with Directors and peers, and contribute to business development while delivering practical, client-focused advice.