11 Litigation & Dispute Resolution jobs

We need a litigation lawyer to join our team. 1-3 years post-admission experience preferred. Applicants with substantial pre-admission experience are welcome to apply Innovative NewLaw firm specialising in commercial and deceased estate litigation We welcome applications from full-time and part-time (0.8 or more) applicants Attractive remuneration package to be negotiated, based on experience Who we are Birman & Ride is a modern Australian law firm built on NewLaw. We are a tight-knit, multi-disciplinary team of lawyers, legal executives, accountants and software developers. Our mission is to make quality legal services accessible. Our brands deliver practical, customer-focussed solutions for everyday needs and problems faced by people and businesses. We offer most of our services at fixed prices. We use sophisticated technology and innovative service delivery to overcome traditional barriers to access. Dispute resolution and litigation services are core business for our firm. We have a highly collaborative approach to our work.  We practise in a broad range of litigation with an emphasis on deceased estate litigation, commercial and civil litigation, property disputes and debt recovery. We leverage our in-house practice management software ContactsLaw to automate the delivery of services and support our lawyers. Who we’re looking for We seek an entrepreneurial lawyer to work with us to support and develop our litigation services. Key responsibilities include : managing all aspects of straightforward litigation matters, including court appearances. You will manage client files and relationships from the outset; undertaking more complex work under supervision; and contributing to business development. This position is a significant opportunity to develop your professional skills and offers potential for leadership and management. For operational reasons, we may require you to undertake some work in other areas from time to time. Selection criteria The successful applicant will : be an imaginative and entrepreneurial lawyer; have a commitment to a career as a litigation lawyer in the private sector; be keen to embrace technology to enhance the delivery of legal services; and share values with our modern law firm. Applicants with at least 2 years pre or post admission experience in commercial and civil litigation will be highly regarded. What we offer We will negotiate an attractive remuneration package. You will be employed on a permanent basis subject to a probation period. The many good aspects of joining our team include : a collegiate team environment in which a sense of humour is essential and every member is encouraged to grow professionally and personally and reach their full potential; the ability to contribute to the development of innovative legal software and solutions to modernise the legal profession and make a difference in the community; and establishing positive and long-lasting relationships with clients and others in the industry. We are open to flexible working arrangements in appropriate circumstances. More information Telephone  Nigel Siegwart  on 08 9220 4402 in strict confidence. Visit our website to learn more about  why we are here  and  what’s important to us . Review the many websites that make up our brands. How to apply Applications must be made via our  online application form [click here] . You will need to address the selection criteria and upload your CV, academic transcript and any other supporting documents. We may contact suitable applicants to arrange a brief telephone interview.

OUR FIRM  AHL Legal prides ourselves in being able to provide top quality services for clients who require assistance in navigating the legal systems of Australia and China.  The strengthening of business ties between China and Australia has led to us specialising in litigation and corporate law. However, our growing business continues to cater to most areas of law that our clients are involved with, and we hope to expand in order to cater to every Chinese-Australian in need, both new and established. We continue to work on important and high-profile cases in both countries, using our expertise and language proficiency to service our clients in both Australia and China. As a professional litigation law firm, AHL Legal maintains excellent long-term cooperative relationships with many of Australia’s leading Queen’s Counsels and Senior Counsels in various litigation fields and has established strategic partnerships with well-known barristers.  We are seeking talented, responsible individuals who are interested in gaining experience and being part of our team.   Our state of the art technology and our international scope of legal practice enables you to experience being at the forefront of the legal industry.   If you are a graduated or junior solicitor, and you have at least 1 year of work experience (as a solicitor or paralegal), then this could be the opportunity for you.  The Role  AHL Legal is looking for a solicitor interested to work in our firm in Sydney CBD Office and/or Burwood Office. You will be working alongside senior lawyers in a number of areas such as:  Litigation  Commercial (general advisory)  Family Law  Criminal Law  Immigration  You will gain first-hand experience in areas such as:  Preparing important court documents and witness statements  Interacting with clients and helping clients solve real-life situations  Collaborating with barristers and senior counsel  Handling legal documents, file administration and assisting in a general manner  Conducting legal research  Candidate Requirements  Chinese language capability (ability to listen and understand is a minimum requirement)  Minimum of 1-2 years’ post-admission experience  Excellent written and verbal communication skills   Attention to detail  Ability to work within a team and autonomously  Further Benefits  Opportunities to contribute to a pro bono program to give back to our community  An appealing base salary and further performance-based incentives  Access to strong mentorship  Online support through our company’s communication interface  How to Apply  Get in touch with us at hr@ahllegal.com  Please include:   Resume 1-page cover letter Legal degree transcript For more information about AHL Legal, please visit  ahllegal.com  

We are a law firm located in the heart of Sydney CBD. We are young and dynamic, we provide our clients with a complete spectrum of high-quality legal services across a wide range of specialised fields covering matters relating to corporate and commercial, immigration and family law, real property and civil and criminal litigation. We expect a PLT student to join us to fulfil the position. Key responsibilities: Undertake legal research relevant to client matters; Review, organise and manage client documents; Communicate and liaise with clients and external parties directly; Assist with reviewing, drafting and amending legal documents for all areas of the laws; Provide general administrative assistance and clerical support to the solicitors.  Qualifications / R equirements : Fluent in English and Mandarin Chinese; Penultimate or final year of a law degree of an Australian law school (LLB or JD); Strong academic achievement; Strong organisation skills and high attention to detail; Excellent written and verbal communication skills ; Outstanding time management skills and ability to work in a fast paced environment; Ability to work well within a team and autonomously; Strong MS Office skills; Be able to work at least 3 days a week. Prospects We are always on the lookout for standout students to potentially join our ranks on a more permanent basis.  If you are interested, please send your CV to info@brightstonelegal.com.au

Our firm White Knight Lawyers is a rapidly growing Australian law firm which offers premium litigation, transactional, and advisory legal services. We generally practice in litigation and dispute resolution, insolvency and bankruptcy, tax controversy, commercial law and advisory, public law and construction law. We are currently engaged in diverse ongoing litigation work including proceedings before the Supreme Court of NSW and Supreme Court of Victoria, District Court of NSW, Federal Court of Australia, AAT, and NCAT (both original jurisdiction and appeal panel).   We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, developing relationships of trust with our clients, and efficiently delivering engagement-tailored legal services.  Our available role We are very excited to offer practical legal training to a recent law graduate on a volunteer basis.  We expect that you will be honest, diligent, and enthusiastic when carrying out the following tasks and responsibilities, amongst others: Attending client meetings and court hearings and taking minutes and file notes respectively. Assisting in the preparation of internal processes, procedures, policies, guidelines and protocols. Assisting in the preparation of precedent documents and checklists. Drafting publications and legal updates on topical legal issues across a wide range of areas of law. Undertaking legal research and drafting research memorandums. Drafting statements of claim, affidavits, and other forms and processes.  Administrative assistance including file management, diary maintenance, and office management. About you You must be committed to establishing a career in commercial private legal practice and have a keen interest in litigation and dispute resolution.  You must have a proven record of legal ability, whether by way of your academic success, prior industry experience, or relevant extracurricular activities.    Your application If you are interested in the above, then please email us your curriculum vitae, academic transcripts, and a sample of your writing (preferably one (1) academic piece and one (1) creative piece). 

About Us We are a young and growing law firm in the heart of Sydney CBD. We are committed to providing high-quality legal services to clients in Australia and abroad in all major areas, including Property Law, Divorce & Family Law, Civil Disputes, Litigation, Commercial Law, Wills and Estates. We use ingenuity & creativity to best address our clients’ needs and work to rigorously achieve their goals. We are excited to offer practical legal training placement on a volunteer basis in our Sydney Head Office. The role will suit a penultimate/final year law student or recent graduate and is available immediately. Main Duties/Responsibilities You will be assisting the principal solicitor with a full range of services across a number of areas, such as Commercial (general advisory), Family Law, Conveyancing/property law, and Immigration law. Conducting legal research, handling legal documents, file administration and assisting in a general carriage. Managing the progress of client files, leaving file notes and meeting deadlines. Keeping up to date with policy, regulation, and industry changes. You bring to the role Penultimate or final year of a law degree of an Australian law school (LLB or JD). Be able to work at least 2 days a week. Experience with Leap and PEXA preferred. Prior experience with conveyancing or knowledge of property law will be highly regarded. A good understanding of legislation and legal research skills. Fluent English, especially in legal writing, and ideally fluent Mandarin/Cantonese Speaking. If you're interested in the position– please send your cover letter, resume and academic transcript to  info@nslegal.com.au  

Lawyer – Full Time Lamplugh McIntosh Lawyers is a boutique corporate law firm located in Collins Street, Melbourne. We are eager to employ a lawyer having up to five years post admission experience who has an interest in commercial and general law. We offer a supportive team environment dealing closely with clients and being involved in a diverse range of commercial work. We care about our people. Your duties would include: • Managing your own files predominantly in commercial law matters but with reasonable variety of work with some supervision; • Working on larger projects with other lawyers as part of a team; • Communicating directly with clients; • Dealing with courts and regulatory bodies; • Drafting agreements and other commercial documents; • Helping clients find solutions to their legal matters. The ideal candidate would be a person with: • Integrity who cares for others; • 1 – 5 years post admission experience; • Strong written and verbal language skills and a good eye for detail; • Enthusiasm for his or her work; • An eagerness to learn and has a results-oriented attitude to their work; • Effective time and file management skills; • The ability to work well under pressure; • Communicates well with other staff; • Good research skills; and • Commitment to providing outstanding legal service to clients We look forward to receiving your cover letter, resume and academic transcript by email forwarded to Ms Jess Wadsworth at jess.wadsworth@lamplugh.com.au  by 5:00 PM on Monday 27 September 2021. Salary commensurate with experience and the start date is negotiable but ideally immediately.

Job summary We are seeking motivated and enthusiastic students to join our for placement or clerkship. The firm Results Legal is a specialist litigation firm with a positive and energetic culture. At Results Legal, our people are our most important asset, so we take an active interest in all team members' development and well-being. We practice exclusively in the areas of commercial litigation with an emphasis on contract and partnership disputes, credit-based litigation included secured and unsecured banking and finance matters, insolvency and legal recovery. Results Legal has established a strong reputation and client base in these areas. Our client base includes publicly listed companies, banks, domestic and international credit insurance companies, corporate and business clients and insolvency practitioners. The culture Our culture is centred around the Results Way, which highlights achievement through teamwork, going above and beyond, embracing efficiency, providing exceptional client service and acting with honesty, integrity and respect. We operate under an open-door policy, which we believe gives our team access to mentoring from all levels across the firm.  The position We are seeking motivated, enthusiastic and hard-working students and those undergoing or recently completed their Practical Legal Training to assist our busy team. We are a growing firm and there are multiple positions available throughout the year for students looking for a long-term career. The successful candidate will be provided with invaluable practical experience and the opportunity to work directly on files, attend court hearings and be given the full employee experience.  You’ll be included in all social events, networking opportunities and internal meetings. We will provide extensive training to foster your development during the initial four-week placement. A number of our senior associates started in our PLT program and have grown with the firm. You could be our next success story! Who should apply? Those people who have: currently completing or completed Bachelor of Laws; ideally have completed or be in the process of completing their Practical Legal Training (PLT); a strong academic record; excellent attention to detail; be a fast and keen learner; excellent verbal and written communication skills; a willingness to help and assist the team with any tasks as required; passionate about their future career; and an interest in commercial litigation. What benefits do we provide? A structured placement program A designated buddy Access to Principals Mentoring with senior staff Participation in our continuing education seminars and conferences Attendance at various industry events Access to a development coach

An innovative and technology driven full-service law practice is currently seeking meticulous and skilled lawyers to assist in the management of its growing operations.​ Responsibilities Drafting and reviewing contracts and policy documents for clients Assisting the Firm’s clients in resolving contractual disputes Managing the Firm’s litigation matters Identifying appropriate regulatory requirements for businesses and assessing their level of compliance Identifying areas of risk in business operations and taking steps to safeguard client interests Managing the lodgement of court documents Counselling clients with respect to corporate structures and business franchising Determining appropriate licensing requirements for businesses and assisting in their procurement Handling matters of general commercial and property law Monitoring the work of administrative staff Assisting the Firm in recruitment efforts Preparing bills of costs and undertaking other accounting practices Requirements Bachelor's degree or higher in law with the excellent academic record One to three years' experience in commercial law is preferred; however, exceptional candidates with shorter experience will be considered Strong well-rounded technical knowledge and experience in various areas of commercial law will be highly regarded A passion for legal research and pursuing excellence at work Experience in commercial litigation will be highly regarded Working knowledge of popular legal research database solutions such as LexisNexis, Westlaw, etc. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; the ability to interface at all levels, building strong relationships internally and externally Exemplary organisation and time management skills Strong commercial/business acumen A passion for a career in commercial law Benefits The salary package offered for this position is competitive and also includes a range of benefits, including: Ongoing training through the Firm’s professional development program Sponsorship and support in pursuing professional certifications Refreshments provided daily Monthly social activities A prime city office location The position would suit someone who thrives in an enterprising and challenging work environment. Furthermore, the abilities to work to stringent deadlines and perform well under pressure are integral to the role. The role may involve working long shifts and weekends. It’s imperative that candidates consider their ability to commit to a serious, time-intensive role before applying. The Firm’s work culture offers rapid career progression with additional incentives to reward high performance.

An innovative and technology-driven full-service law practice is currently seeking meticulous and skilled lawyers to assist in the management of its growing operations.​ Responsibilities Drafting and reviewing contracts and policy documents for clients Assisting the Firm’s clients in resolving contractual disputes Managing the Firm’s litigation matters Identifying appropriate regulatory requirements for businesses and assessing their level of compliance Identifying areas of risk in business operations and taking steps to safeguard client interests Managing the lodgement of court documents Counselling clients with respect to corporate structures and business franchising Determining appropriate licensing requirements for businesses and assisting in their procurement Handling matters of general commercial and property law Monitoring the work of paralegal and administrative staff Assisting the Firm in recruitment efforts Preparing bills of costs and undertaking other accounting practices Requirements Bachelor's degree or higher in law with the excellent academic record One to five years' post-qualification experience in commercial law is preferred; however, exceptional candidates with shorter experience will be considered Strong well-rounded technical knowledge and experience in various areas of commercial law will be highly regarded A passion for legal research and pursuing excellence at work Experience in commercial litigation will be highly regarded Certification and experience as a mediator or alternative dispute resolution practitioner will be an added advantage Working knowledge of popular legal research database solutions such as LexisNexis, Westlaw, etc. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; the ability to interface at all levels, building strong relationships internally and externally Exemplary organisation and time management skills Strong commercial/business acumen A passion for a career in commercial law Benefits The salary package offered for this position is competitive and also includes a range of benefits, including: Ongoing training through the Firm’s professional development program Sponsorship and support in pursuing professional certifications Refreshments provided daily Monthly social activities A prime city office location The position would suit someone who thrives in an enterprising and challenging work environment. Furthermore, the abilities to work to stringent deadlines and perform well under pressure are integral to the role. The role may involve working long shifts and weekends. It’s imperative that candidates consider their ability to commit to a serious, time-intensive role before applying. The Firm’s work culture offers rapid career progression with additional incentives to reward high performance.