Our Client Our client is a prestigious, full-service corporate and commercial law firm with a strong global presence, known for their expertise in delivering high-quality legal services across a diverse range of industries. Their office is expanding, and they are seeking a talented and motivated Lawyer to join their growing Litigation & Insolvency practice. This is a unique opportunity to work on complex and high-profile matters for top-tier clients.
The Role As a Lawyer in their Litigation & Insolvency team, you will work closely with experienced Partners and senior lawyers, advising clients on a range of contentious matters with a particular focus on insolvency, and restructuring. You will be involved in both contentious and non-contentious work, including receiverships, liquidations, and distressed M&A matters.
You will gain exposure to interesting and complex cases, allowing you to develop your skills while contributing to the success of the practice.
Key Responsibilities- Assist with managing and advising on complex insolvency and restructuring matters.
- Draft pleadings, submissions, and other legal documents in insolvency proceedings.
- Represent clients in court hearings, mediations, and other dispute resolution processes.
- Provide timely and strategic advice to clients on risk management, commercial negotiations, and dispute resolution.
- Work closely with clients, providing proactive and practical solutions to their legal challenges.
- Support the Partners in the preparation and strategy of major insolvency matters.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring excellent client service.
- Collaborate with colleagues across the firm on cross-border and multi-disciplinary matters.
- A qualified lawyer with at least 5 years’ post-admission experience (and up to 8 years) in insolvency, or a related area of law.
- Solid experience working on complex insolvency, and restructuring matters.
- Strong technical legal skills, with an ability to deliver clear and concise advice to clients.
- Experience in both contentious and non-contentious aspects of insolvency and restructuring.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with a focus on attention to detail.
- Excellent time management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach to legal challenges.
- Team-oriented, with a commitment to working collaboratively with colleagues and clients.
- Admission to practice in Western Australia (or eligible to be admitted).
- Work in a collaborative, supportive team with access to mentorship from leading practitioners in the field.
- Gain exposure to high-profile, complex matters and build your reputation within the corporate legal space.
- Opportunities for career progression and professional development in a global law firm.
- Competitive salary and benefits package with flexible working arrangements available.
- Join a firm that values diversity, inclusion, and work-life balance.
If you're an ambitious lawyer with a passion for insolvency, and you're looking for an exciting opportunity to take your career to the next level, we'd love to hear from you. To apply or for more information, please contact Domenic Crouch.
Applications are open now – apply today!