Senior Solicitor - Government Litigation

State Solicitors Office; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The State Solicitors Office invites applications from skilled litigators to provide legal advice and representation across a broad range of contentious matters. You will conduct litigation and have opportunities to appear in courts and tribunals on behalf of the State, while managing complex matters and building strong relationships with government clients and key stakeholders.

You will supervise, mentor and support junior lawyers, contributing to a collaborative team environment and delivering

Qualifications

• Review the attached Job Description Form outlining role requirements and selection criteria.
• Experience in conducting litigation at all stages.
• Ability to work on matters of varying size and timescales, including long-running litigation and urgent applications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct litigation and have the opportunity to appear in courts and tribunals on behalf of the State.
• Manage complex legal matters and build relationships with government clients and stakeholders.
• Supervise, mentor and support junior lawyers within a collaborative team.
• Contribute to delivering high-quality legal services to the Western Australian Government.

Skills

Litigation experience

Job description

The State Solicitors Office invites applications from skilled litigators to provide legal advice and representation across a broad range of contentious matters. You will conduct litigation and have opportunities to appear in courts and tribunals on behalf of the State, while managing complex matters and building strong relationships with government clients and key stakeholders.

You will supervise, mentor and support junior lawyers, contributing to a collaborative team environment and delivering