Position Overview

Lead high-stakes insolvency and commercial litigation mandates in a market-leading practice, expanding your strategic profile and global reach.


About the Law Firm

Our client is one of Australia’s foremost independent law firms, with over 100 years of heritage and a diverse team of more than 1,000 professionals across Australia. They’re consistently top-ranked for complex disputes and insolvency work both domestically and internationally.


What You’ll Be Doing

Embedded in their specialist Commercial Litigation & Insolvency team, you’ll join as an Associate and drive major dispute strategies and formal administrations.

• Draft and negotiate insolvency pleadings, court documents and settlement agreements
• Lead interlocutory applications, mediations and contested hearings in state and federal courts
• Conduct rigorous research, client briefings and risk-mitigation advice for senior stakeholders
• Collaborate with cross-practice teams on corporate, financial services and regulatory issues

What You’ll Bring

• 3+ years’ PQE in commercial litigation, insolvency or restructuring at a reputable firm
• Exceptional drafting, advocacy and stakeholder-management skills
• Proven ability to juggle complex files and tight deadlines
• A collaborative, commercial mindset and client-first approach

Why Join?

• Hybrid work arrangements and flexible hours
• Structured L&D programs, formal mentoring & Australian-first study scholarships
• Up to 20 weeks paid parental leave plus super contributions
• Wellbeing initiatives, diversity & inclusion and pro bono engagement

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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