Associate / Senior Associate – Litigation (Commercial, Property & Construction)

Associate / Senior Associate – Litigation role in Gold Coast or Brisbane with a national mid-tier practice.

3 Main Points:

• Run quality litigation matters end-to-end across QLD & Federal jurisdictions
• Clear pathway to progression with close partner access and hands-on mentoring
• Work across property, strata, construction, insolvency and insurance disputes

About our Client:

Our client is a respected, mid-tier national law firm with a strong presence in the property and insurance sectors. With a growing Queensland practice, they’re known for practical, commercially focused advice and a collaborative approach to disputes.

About the Position:

Our client is looking for an Associate to Senior Associate level Litigation Lawyer (2–8 years PQE) to join our clients’ team in either the Gold Coast or Brisbane.

This is a genuine “hands-on” litigation role where you’ll take ownership of matters and be trusted to run files with the support of experienced senior lawyers and partners. You’ll work across a broad and interesting disputes practice, including advisory and alternative dispute resolution, with exposure to:

• Commercial litigation and general dispute resolution
• Property-related disputes (including strata and community title matters)
• Building and construction disputes (including defect and contractual claims)
• Debt recovery, insolvency-related litigation and enforcement pathways
• Insurance-related disputes and claims-driven litigation
• QCAT matters and broader regulatory dispute work (where relevant)
• Mediations, settlement conferences and negotiated outcomes

If you’re the kind of lawyer who wants variety, responsibility, and a clear development runway (without being lost in a massive team), this opportunity is built for you.

Key Requirements:

• 2 to 8 years PQE in litigation (commercial/property/construction experience valued)
• Strong working knowledge of QLD and Federal Court practice and procedure
• Proven experience managing litigation files end-to-end (or close to it)
• Confident drafting skills (pleadings, submissions, advices, evidence)
• Sound commercial judgement and a practical, client-first mindset
• High-level communication skills and the ability to build trusted relationships
• Strong analytical and research capability, with attention to detail

On Offer: Our client offers a role that’s designed to attract high performers who want to build a real practice:

• Competitive, experience-aligned salary package
• Direct access to senior lawyers and partners (real mentoring, not lip service)
• Varied, high-quality disputes work across a national platform
• A supportive, collegiate team culture with regular learning and connection opportunities
• Genuine career progression prospects for ambitious lawyers who deliver

Contact Details: Ready to be part of a firm where you can lead, grow, and make an impact? Apply through the link or reach out directly for a confidential discussion:

Karl Stanley
karl@gorillajobs.com.au
+61 468 713 572

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