Commercial Litigation/Insolvency Lawyer (~1-4 PAE)

SLF Lawyers are excited to be recruiting for our Commercial Litigation & Insolvency practice.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Commercial Litigation/Insolvency Lawyer or Associate (~1-4 PAE) to join our Commercial Litigation and Insolvency team based at the Brisbane office.

Your new role

• Manage a diverse file load under the supervision and with the support of Senior Lawyers and Partners
• Act for and provide advice to liquidators, trustees, administrators, receivers, and company directors in insolvency and bankruptcy matters
• Act for clients in all forms of commercial disputes, and work with Senior Lawyers and Partners in large, complex dispute matters run across multiple jurisdictions
• Draft pleadings, advices, submissions, correspondence and instructions to Counsel and experts
• Prepare for and appear at directions hearings, interlocutory applications, settlement conferences, and final hearings (instructing Counsel where appropriate)
• Undertake legal research to inform legal strategy and advice to clients
• Regularly attend seminars and events contributing to your professional development and marketing the firm

Your skills and experience

• ~1-4 PAE
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge in commercial litigation, insolvency and/or dispute resolution matters
• A proactive, pragmatic and client-focused approach to problem-solving and dispute resolution
• Demonstrates ability to manage competing deadlines and work effectively both independently and within a team.
• Confident communicator with the ability to build trust with clients and colleagues
• Committed to continuous learning and professional development
• Proficiency in MS365 adaptable to new systems and technology
• Previous experience with a practice management system (particularly Actionstep) highly advantageous

Why join us?

At SLF Lawyers, we’re committed to creating a workplace where our people thrive - professionally and personally.

Here are just some of the benefits our team enjoys:

• Loyalty Leave - Receive an extra day of paid leave for every year of service, up to 5 years.
• Flexible Working Arrangements - Work from home arrangements available, with flexibility to suit your lifestyle.
• Daily Breakfast - Start your morning right with complimentary breakfast provided in every office.
• People Committee - Meaningful social connection with regular social events, charity initiatives, and opportunities to support local causes that matter to you. Included but not limited to team charity walks, national strava challenges & SLF trivia nights.
• Salary Insurance - Peace of mind with income protection coverage.
• Work-Life Balance - We foster a culture that values your time and wellbeing with the benefits to support it.
• CU Health - Access to GPs, psychologists, dietitians, health coaches and more.
• Wellness Reimbursement - Enjoy an annual $250 reimbursement for wellness activities of your choice - from gym memberships to meditation apps.

To find out more, follow this link - https://slflawyers.com.au/about/

If you would like to join a firm committed to its clients and its people, apply now.