Position overview
Looking for a disputes role where you can do meaningful work and enjoy a supportive culture? This Senior Associate position in Melbourne offers the best of both — complex litigation and dispute resolution work in a firm known for its award-winning workplace culture.
Benefits
- $150k–$180k + firmwide benefits
- Adaptable work practices and wellbeing initiatives
- Career growth in a nationally ranked disputes team
- Inclusive, supportive and award-winning workplace culture
About the firm
Our client is a leading independent Australian law firm with over 50 ranked lawyers across Best Lawyers, Chambers and Legal 500. Their Melbourne disputes team is busy, diverse and highly regarded. The firm is also recognised by AFR BOSS as one of the best workplaces in Australia, reflecting their genuine commitment to people and culture.
Your role
As Senior Associate, you’ll balance complex legal work with leadership opportunities in a supportive environment.
- Running a diverse mix of commercial disputes and investigations
- Advising clients across industries including ASX-listed corporates and regulators
- Drafting pleadings, submissions and evidentiary material
- Collaborating nationally with colleagues and mentoring juniors
Skills & experience
- 5+ years PQE in disputes or litigation
- Strong technical, drafting and advocacy skills
- Team-oriented approach with mentoring ability
- Commercially astute with problem-solving mindset
Grow your disputes career in a supportive culture – Get in Touch
Apply now or email your resume to Janine Cloete (Legal – VIC & SA) at ******@gorillajobs.com.au to hear more about the opportunity. You can also contact Janine on +61 499 656 ***.
Connect with Janine on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janinecloete1990
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Additional information
- Engage in litigation, mediation & arbitration
- Join AFR BOSS Best Places to Work winner
- $150k-$180k salary + strong career progression + hybrid working arrangements
📌 Commercial Litigation Lawyer (5years PQE)
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