Associate - Disputes & Litigation

About Us:

Our client is a boutique law firm nestled in the heart of Melbourne's CBD, specialising in serving private businesses, business owners, and family groups. 

The firm stands out for its unwavering commitment to their core values, which are the foundation of everything they do. They pride themselves on their ability to speak their clients' language, distilling complex legal issues into clear, actionable advice.

Their culture is built on accountability, expertise, and a deep understanding of their clients' unique circumstances. They believe in putting themselves in their clients' shoes, ensuring that their advice is not only legally sound but also practical and personally tailored. 

Transparency and clear communication are paramount in their practice – they keep our clients informed at every step, avoiding surprises and ensuring they always understand what's happening, why it matters, and what comes next.

As a growing firm, they're constantly evolving and strengthening their position in the legal landscape. Their commitment to aligning their actions with their words sets them apart and drives their continued success.

Snapshot

We’re looking for a Lawyer with 2–4 years’ PQE to join our Disputes & Insolvency Team.

PQE: 2–4 years

Team: Disputes & Insolvency

Reporting to: Senior team members

Ideal attributes:

• several years working in disputes and/or insolvency (not blended with other areas); and
  

• stable career history, with 2+ year tenure in previous roles viewed favourably
  

• This role will suit a lawyer with several years of disputes and/or insolvency experience specifically — ideally exclusive disputes and/or insolvency experience, rather than a blended practice. 
  

• You’ll work closely with senior team members on a broad range of disputes and insolvency matters, with strong mentoring and development support.
  

We’re looking for someone who:

• has several years of disputes and/or insolvency experience, ideally exclusively rather than blended with other practice areas
  

• has shown stability in their career, with 2+ year tenure in previous roles viewed favourably
  

• wants to build a long-term career in disputes and insolvency
  

Our usual benefits and perks apply, including our $5,000 Level Up Program, flexible working, wellness initiatives, paid parental leave, VL Days, our annual team retreat, and plenty more.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing team, do quality work, and continue to grow your disputes and insolvency career in a supportive and ambitious environment.