Commercial Litigation Lawyer (Debt Recovery & Insolvency Focus)
Job Description
Commercial Litigation Lawyer (Debt Recovery & Insolvency Focus)
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A highly regarded boutique commercial litigation and insolvency firm based in the Brisbane CBD is seeking a Litigation Lawyer to join its growing team. Known for its exceptional client relationships, long-standing staff, and non-traditional, collaborative approach, this firm offers an opportunity that stands out in today's legal market.
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The Opportunity:
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Join a firm that thrives on meaningful, repeat work with loyal clients including corporate entities, government institutions, and insolvency practitioners. You'll work closely with experienced senior lawyers and a hands‐on principal on a variety of matters including:
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- Commercial litigation \n
- Debt recovery \n
- Bankruptcy and insolvency \n
- Enforcement of securities \n
- Liquidations and voidable transactions \n
- Complex court proceedings in State and Federal jurisdictions \n
- This firm values real teamwork over competition. \n
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What You'll Bring:
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The ideal candidate will:
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- Be an intermediate to senior lawyer (2+ years PAE ideally, but flexibility exists depending on experience) \n
- Have strong drafting and procedural skills, with a passion for litigation and advocacy \n
- Be confident running your own matters and engaging directly with clients and counsel \n
- Enjoy working as part of a close‐knit, supportive team \n
- Possess excellent time management and organisational skills \n
- Value a workplace culture built on mutual respect, open communication, and shared success \n
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Why Join?
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- Long‐standing, loyal team with very low turnover \n
- Strong support system including paralegals who handle the mechanical aspects of files \n
- Hands‐on leadership and a genuinely open‐door policy \n
- Opportunity to grow your advocacy skills – minimal reliance on external counsel \n
- Biannual salary reviews and competitive remuneration \n
- Flexibility and consideration for work/life balance, including WFH options once settled \n
- Well‐appointed CBD office and friendly, down‐to‐earth culture. \n
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This is not your average law firm—no internal competition, no rigid hierarchy, just a strong team committed to excellent outcomes and a collaborative way of working.