Senior Litigation & Dispute Resolution Lawyer

This is a strong step for a 5+ PQE litigation or disputes lawyer who wants major matters, smarter systems and a compelling overall package. Based in Melbourne CBD, you’ll work on high-profile disputes, use digital and data-led tools to improve delivery, and grow your career in a leading independent firm offering $170,000–$210,000, bonuses, salary packaging and genuine progression.


Why you'll love it here

There is real breadth to the value proposition. Public firm materials point to strategic and commercial disputes work, national collaboration and a legal tech mindset, while the careers offering adds hybrid flexibility, study support, mentoring, secondments, recognition, wellbeing benefits and clear pathways for promotion.

• High-profile litigation and dispute resolution work
• Technology-enabled practice using digital platforms and analytics
• Collaboration with national subject-matter experts
• Flexi-hybrid work and strong wellbeing support
• Future-focused learning and development
• Internal and overseas secondments
• Clear promotion pathways
• Salary of $170,000–$210,000 plus performance bonuses and salary packaging

About the role

You’ll join a team handling sophisticated disputes with a strong commercial lens, while working in an environment that values both performance and smarter ways of practising.

• Manage litigation and dispute resolution matters
• Work on complex, high-profile disputes
• Use tech-enabled tools including digital case platforms and data analytics
• Collaborate with national specialists on strategy and delivery
• Provide strong advocacy, drafting and client engagement
• Travel interstate or internationally where required

What you'll bring

You’ll be a commercially minded disputes lawyer who can combine strong legal fundamentals with strategic thinking and client focus.

• 5+ years PQE in litigation or dispute resolution
• Strong advocacy, drafting and client engagement skills
• Track record using tech-driven legal solutions
• Strategic and commercial approach to disputes
• Admission in Victoria
• Openness to interstate and international travel

Interested in this position?

Apply now or email your resume to Shane Leahy at shane@gorillajobs.com.au
or call +61 468 751 055 to hear more about the role.

Shane Leahy | LinkedIn


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