Commercial Litigation Lawyer 2 years + pae

empire group · Melbourne VIC 3004 · Full time
Posted 17d ago

Commercial Litigation Lawyer 2 years + pae

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~$80k - $120k(Estimated)
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KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Hands-on civil and commercial litigation role with real autonomy.
  • Work across a varied mix of civil and commercial disputes.
  • Collaborate with senior practitioners and receive mentoring.

Civil / Commercial Litigator - Dynamic Boutique with a Brilliant Culture

The Firm

This boutique commercial practice has quietly become the one to watch - well run, gaining momentum and growing with purpose. It’s the kind of place people join and then stay, because the work is great, the leadership is switched on, and the day‑to‑day experience is genuinely enjoyable.

People collaborate naturally at this firm; they support each other and celebrate wins. They maintain a workplace that feels modern, human and energising.

The culture is dynamic, energetic and social - a place where people like coming to work. There’s always a buzz in the office. This is a team that values both high-quality work and a healthy way of working.

The Team

The team is one of the biggest drawcards. This group are smart, approachable, collaborative and genuinely invested in each other’s success. You will work closely with senior practitioners who are hands on, commercially minded and committed to mentoring. They give you space to run your matters but are always available when you need guidance or a sounding board.

The Role

You will step into a hands-on civil and commercial litigation role with real autonomy and real client exposure. You will be running files, shaping strategy, appearing in court, negotiating outcomes and working directly with clients with supervision and mentoring.

The Work

You will work across a varied mix of civil and commercial disputes, including:

  • Contract and commercial disagreements
  • Property and leasing disputes
  • ACL matters (misleading and deceptive conduct, unconscionable conduct)
  • Shareholder and partnership disputes
  • Debt recovery and statutory demands
  • Insolvency matters
  • General SME focused civil litigation

Benefits

  • A genuinely dynamic, upbeat culture
  • A modern boutique environment that’s genuinely lovely to work in; aesthetically pleasing and extremely comfortable offices day‑to‑day
  • Real autonomy and real client contact
  • Varied, interesting disputes work
  • Supportive mentors who invest in your growth
  • A team that’s smart, social and genuinely enjoyable to be part of
  • An impressive salary and bonus structure

If you are a litigator who wants hands on work, this role offers the perfect blend of challenge, support and culture.

Contact:
To find out more about this role in confidence, please contact
Libby Mizrahi LLB(Hons)
0468 433 569
Libby.mizrahi@empiregroup.com.au
Reference number: 1691710
Profession:Legal professional

Company: empire group
Date posted: 5th Oct, 2026

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Skills

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Acl mattersAutonomy in legal practiceCivil litigationClient communicationClient managementCommercial litigationContract lawCourt appearancesDebt recoveryInsolvencyLeasing disputesLegal draftingLegal researchNegotiation skillsPartnership disputesProperty disputesShareholder disputesTeam collaborationWork autonomy

Perks & benefits

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Dynamic and upbeat cultureImpressive salary and bonus structureSupportive mentors

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