Commercial & Litigation Lawyer

Senior Associate / Special Counsel - Commercial & Litigation Lawyer

Liverpool or Caringbah, NSW

About the Firm

Our client is a well established New South Wales law firm with a strong reputation across commercial, property, litigation and estate law. Operating for more than three decades, the firm has built a loyal client base spanning individuals through to corporations, and is now expanding its footprint into Caringbah.

The Opportunity

This is a genuine opportunity to take on city grade legal work without the city commute. You will work directly alongside a Partner who is a Law Society of NSW Accredited Specialist in Commercial Litigation, taking carriage of a varied commercial and litigation caseload from the firm's Sutherland Shire office.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with and take carriage of commercial transactions, including business acquisitions, sales, leasing and corporate matters
  

• Run commercial, property and estate litigation matters
  

• Draft pleadings, advices, agreements and correspondence to a high standard
  

• Manage client relationships and matters with increasing autonomy over time
  

About You

• Admitted as a solicitor in NSW with a current practising certificate
  

• At least 3 to 5 years' post admission experience across commercial transactions and litigation (more senior candidates are encouraged to apply)
  

• Sound technical knowledge and strong drafting skills
  

• Ability to work independently while taking direction from a supervising partner
  

• Sharp attention to detail and sound commercial judgement
  

• A connection to or familiarity with the Sutherland Shire would be highly regarded
  

What's on Offer

• Quality commercial and litigation work close to home, without the city commute
  

• Direct mentorship from an Accredited Specialist in Commercial Litigation
  

• A varied caseload spanning transactional and litigation matters
  

• A supportive team environment with genuine career progression
  

• Flexible working arrangements and competitive remuneration
  

How to Apply

For a confidential discussion, please contact Niki Kunovski on 0422 561 621 or niki@hookerheijden.com.au. All applications and enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Kind Regards,