Litigation Lawyer - Min 2 years PQE

An excellent opportunity is available for an experienced Litigation Lawyer to join a well-established and highly regarded legal practice.

PERSOL is one of Australia's largest and longest-serving recruitment providers, proudly connecting exceptional legal talent with leading law firms across Australia.

An excellent opportunity is available for an experienced Litigation Lawyer to join a well-established and highly regarded legal practice. The successful candidate will work closely with experienced senior lawyers across a diverse range of commercial and disputes. This role offers direct client contact, responsibility for managing files and excellent opportunities for ongoing career development.

The Role

Your responsibilities may include:

• Managing commercial and civil litigation matters.
• Advising clients on contractual, corporate, property and business disputes.
• Conducting initial case assessments and developing litigation strategies.
• Drafting pleadings, affidavits, witness statements, submissions and court correspondence.
• Managing discovery, evidence and document-review processes.
• Preparing matters for interlocutory applications, mediations and trials.
• Briefing barristers and expert witnesses.
• Instructing counsel at hearings and trials.
• Representing clients at negotiations, mediations and settlement conferences.
• Appearing in court and tribunal proceedings where appropriate.
• Conducting legal research and preparing clear, commercially focused advice.
• Managing files, deadlines, costs and client expectations.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.

About You

To be considered, you will have:

• A minimum of two years' post-admission experience in commercial or civil litigation.
• Experience managing litigation matters from initial instructions through to resolution.
• Strong drafting, advocacy, legal research and analytical skills.
• A sound understanding of court procedures and applicable legislation.
• Experience preparing court and tribunal documents.
• The ability to manage files with an appropriate level of autonomy.
• A practical and commercially focused approach to resolving disputes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines.
• A professional, collaborative and client-focused approach.

Experience in contractual disputes, property litigation, shareholder disputes, insolvency, debt recovery or building and construction disputes will be highly regarded.

What Is Offered

• A competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• High-quality and varied litigation matters.
• Direct client contact and responsibility for your own files.
• Mentoring and support from experienced litigators.
• Opportunities to develop your advocacy skills.
• Genuine career progression.
• A collaborative and professional working environment.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact: Charlotte @ PERSON on View phone number on au.fitly.work or email View email address on au.fitly.work

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Reference number: 210383412
Profession:LegalSolicitor

Company: Programmed Skilled Workforce
Date posted: 27th Aug, 2026