LAWYER/ASSOCIATE - COMMERCIAL DISPUTES & INSOLVENCY

Our client is one of Australia's most respected national commercial law firms. As one of Australia's largest independent commercial law firms, they provide exceptional legal services to major corporations, government entities, financial institutions, and emerging businesses across all sectors of the Australian economy.

About the Team

Our client's Commercial Disputes & Insolvency team in Brisbane is recognised as one of Queensland's premier litigation and insolvency practices. The team has extensive experience across all aspects of commercial litigation, dispute resolution, corporate insolvency, and restructuring matters. They act for major corporations, financial institutions, insolvency practitioners, and government entities on complex disputes and insolvency appointments.

The team's expertise spans commercial contract disputes, corporate governance matters, directors' duties claims, insolvency litigation, asset recovery actions, and regulatory investigations. The team provides strategic advice during critical commercial disputes and insolvency processes.

About the Role

As commercial disputes and restructuring opportunities continue across diverse industry sectors, our client's Commercial Disputes & Insolvency team is seeking a talented Lawyer/Associate to join their market-leading Brisbane practice to support this growing demand.

This represents an excellent opportunity for a commercial lawyer with litigation or insolvency experience to develop expertise in one of the law's most challenging and rewarding areas. You will work on significant matters alongside experienced partners while building relationships with key players in Queensland's legal and business community.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with complex commercial litigation matters including contract disputes, corporate governance claims, and regulatory investigations
• Support insolvency practitioners on voluntary administrations, liquidations, and receivership appointments
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, affidavits, and court applications
• Assist with asset recovery actions including preference payments, uncommercial transactions, and breach of duty claims
• Support dispute resolution processes including mediation, arbitration, and expert determination
• Handle discovery processes, witness preparation, and court attendance
• Provide research and analysis on commercial law and insolvency matters
• Assist with due diligence on distressed acquisitions and insolvency appointments
• Coordinate with barristers, experts, and other professional advisers
• Support client relationship management and business development activities
• Contribute to team knowledge development and precedent maintenance

Lawyer/Associate Role Expectations
You will be expected to:

• Provide quality legal work on commercial disputes and insolvency matters with appropriate supervision
• Demonstrate strong analytical skills in assessing complex commercial and insolvency issues
• Show attention to detail in drafting court documents and managing discovery processes
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing parties, and professional advisers
• Work effectively under pressure in deadline-driven litigation and insolvency environments
• Understand commercial law developments and insolvency practice developments
• Build relationships within the commercial legal community
• Contribute to a collaborative and supportive team environment
• Demonstrate commitment to professional development and learning

About the Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone who has:

• 3-5 years' experience in commercial litigation, insolvency law, or general commercial practice
• Strong understanding of commercial law principles, court procedures, and insolvency frameworks
• Experience with commercial litigation matters, court applications, or insolvency appointments
• Excellent research, analytical, and drafting skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple matters effectively
• Proactive approach with genuine interest in commercial disputes and insolvency practice
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Commitment to providing excellent client service
• Desire to develop expertise in commercial litigation and insolvency law

Highly Regarded:

• Previous experience at a reputable commercial or litigation practice
• Experience with alternative dispute resolution processes
• Professional development in commercial law, litigation, or insolvency practice
• Strong academic background and professional achievements

Why Apply?
Our client offers:

• Queensland's leading commercial disputes and insolvency practice with exceptional market reputation
• Competitive remuneration package with performance-based incentives
• Clear career progression pathway with opportunities for advancement to senior associate level
• Work on significant commercial disputes and insolvency matters
• Collaborative environment with experienced disputes and insolvency specialists
• Comprehensive professional development and litigation training programmes
• Exposure to diverse industry sectors and complex commercial matters
• Comprehensive benefits package and professional development programme
• Modern office facilities in Brisbane's premium legal precinct
• Strong commitment to work-life balance and professional development

How to Apply

We invite applications from commercial lawyers seeking to develop their career in commercial disputes and insolvency law with one of Queensland's most respected legal practices.

Please submit your CV and a tailored cover letter highlighting your relevant commercial law experience and interest in disputes and insolvency practice.

Contact:

Ivan Pignataro
Director
D'Arcy Weil
T: +61 3 9999 7409 M: 0416 507 856 E: [email protected]

Our client is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees can develop their careers and contribute to the firm's continued success in commercial disputes and insolvency practice.