Opportunity Snapshot
* National commercial law firm with a well-funded, ambitious growth strategy
* Lateral Partner appointment in Energy & Resources (Senior Counsel / Special Counsel with a portable practice also considered)
* Market-leading Partner rewards and benefits | Flexible start date | Genuine work–life balance
The Firm & Strategic Direction
Law Staff is working exclusively with the National Board of a high-performing national commercial law firmto support the strategic expansion of its Brisbane office.
The firm is highly regarded for :
* Technical excellence across core practice areas
* Deep, long-standing relationships with blue-chip corporates, mid-cap businesses, and State / Commonwealth agencies
* Partners and lawyers recognised for commerciality, clear communication, and disciplined matter management on complex, time-sensitive mandates
Queensland revenue already exceeds $50 million, and the Board is now intentionally strengthening 5 of 14 national industry verticals, with Energy & Resourcesa key priority.
Focus Areas – What You May Lead
As an Energy & Resources Partner (or senior Energy and Resources Lawyer transitioning to partnership), you will drive work across both traditional resources and renewables / energy transition.
Resources (Traditional & Critical Minerals)
You may lead matters involving :
* Project development and financing
* Complex commercial contracts (exploration, production, O&M, infrastructure access, commodity sale & marketing)
* Joint ventures, acquisitions, and divestments
* Whole-of-life corporate advisory for resources projects
Renewable Energy & Energy Transition
You may also advise across :
* Development, financing and property aspects for wind, solar, pumped hydro and battery storage projects
* Due diligence; options to lease or purchase; leases and ground leases; and financier deeds to FC
* Sale and purchase of pipeline and ancillary infrastructure, tenure / statutory rights, procurement contracts and broader corporate advisory
In addition, you will :
* Nurture and deepen key client relationships
* Mentor and develop high-potential lawyers in the Energy & Resources team
* Play a visible role in the firm's market presence across the energy and resources sector in Queensland and nationally
Your Background
You will likely be :
* A current Partner, or an experienced Special Counsel / Senior Counsel ready to step up, ideally coming from a mid-tier or top-tier environment.
* Bringing portable client relationships and a strong reputation for high-quality Energy & Resources work (traditional resources, renewables, or both)
* A confident leader with a collaborative style and a structured, disciplined approach to business development and practice growth
Culture & Flexibility
Unlike many national platforms, this firm genuinely promotes work–life balance.
You can expect :
* Reduced hours by agreement where appropriate
* Hybrid working across office and remote arrangements, where it supports client delivery
* A collegiate, relationship-driven partnership culture rather than a "numbers-only" environment
Remuneration – Partner Earnings
Remuneration is directly aligned to your profile, fee generation and portable client base.
* Salaried Partner : $350,000 – $550,000+
* Equity Partner (mid-point) : from $1.2M
* Top equity (100 points) : well above $4M, driven by Control Fees
Why Engage Law Staff
In a shifting legal market, firms that optimise profitability, partner alignment and culture are becoming magnets for lateral Partner moves .
With 38 years as specialist consultants to the legal profession, Law Staff has facilitated discreet Partner and team movements into specialist, mid-tier and top-tier law firms. We provide practical, data-driven market intelligence on :
* Profitability by firm
* Partnership structures and equity distribution
* Growth strategies and cross-practice alignment
* Lateral hire / transition history and expectations
* Culture, leadership styles and nuanced operating dynamics
Our senior advisors also work with Partners to craft tight, commercially relevant business plans– timed and structured to protect your interests.
Importantly :
* We will notapproach any Board, Managing Partner or CEO until you have completed your own due diligence and provided written consent
* Absolute confidentialityis maintained at every stage
* References from placed Partners are available on request
Next Steps – Confidential Partner Discussion
We're happy to meet in a relaxed lounge-style setting in Brisbane or via FaceTime / Zoom – whatever is most comfortable for an initial strictly confidential discussion.
For an uncompromisingly confidential conversation, contact :
Craig Ashton-Sward
Director & Senior Client Advisor – Law Staff
(8 : 00 am – 8 : 00 pm, 7 days)
Please quote REF : ERP
You're welcome to remain anonymous initially.
Law Staff – Lateral Partner & Executive Search for the Legal Profession
| Level 4, 260 Queen Street, Brisbane
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