Associate - Disputes & Litigation
Sydney C B D I I Full Time
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Associate - Disputes & Litigation
The Firm
This is a highly regarded full-service law firm known for delivering innovative legal solutions and fostering a collaborative, forward-thinking culture. The firm's Sydney disputes practice is thriving, with seven experienced Partners managing a diverse range of complex and high-profile matters. These include commercial litigation, regulatory investigations, and cross-jurisdictional disputes spanning both NSW and VIC.
The Role
An exciting opportunity exists for a skilled disputes lawyer to join the Sydney team. The successful candidate will:
- Work closely with Partners and team members on a wide variety of matters, including commercial disputes, contractual issues, and multi-jurisdictional cases.
- Conduct detailed legal research, draft compelling documents, and assist with advocacy in complex matters.
- Navigate cross-jurisdictional legal processes and procedures in NSW and VIC, collaborating across offices when required.
- Manage competing priorities, maintain high-quality work under tight deadlines, and ensure a client-focused approach throughout.
The ideal candidate will have:
- 2.5–4 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in disputes or litigation.
- A strong working knowledge of NSW procedural rules (experience with VIC matters is highly regarded or a willingness to upskill in this area).
- Exceptional drafting, research, and organisational skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple cases.
- A proactive, team-oriented approach and the ability to build rapport with clients and colleagues.
- High attention to detail and a commercial mindset to deliver practical legal solutions.
Benefits
- Exposure to cross-jurisdictional matters and an opportunity to work on complex, high-impact disputes.
- A supportive and collaborative team culture, led by Partners who are committed to mentoring and career development.
- Competitive remuneration, along with benefits to support work-life balance.
- Career advancement opportunities within a firm that values innovation and excellence.
Apply Now using a MS Word version of your CV, or contact Kalinda Campbell on 02 8270 9715 or kalinda@people2people.com.au for a confidential discussion.
Operating for over 20 years in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom, people2people, Edge Recruitment, Infront Sports and Frog Recruitment are your award-winning recruitment group and HR solutions provider. We are the 2024 Outstanding Large Agency, 2024 Excellence in Candidate Care and 2023 Excellence in Client Service RCSA Award winners. We mitigate our carbon emissions by measuring them and planting the equivalent in trees.
At people2people, Edge Recruitment, Infront Sports and Frog Recruitment, everyone is welcome and as an inclusive workforce, we encourage our employees, clients, and candidates to showcase their authentic selves.
Should you require reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, we encourage you to make a request by phoning the above-mentioned recruitment consultant to discuss. In response to these requests, we will collaborate closely with you to implement the appropriate adjustments.
Location
Sydney C B D, New South Wales
Salary
Work Type
Full Time
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Date published
28-Jan-2025
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