At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team of lawyers, provide legal advice, and manage litigation cases.
- Company: Join Davidson, a respected in-house legal team in Brisbane.
- Benefits: Enjoy generous public sector benefits, flexible work, and career growth.
- Other info: Be part of a talent pool with future opportunities beyond this role.
- Why this job: Make a real difference for vulnerable Queenslanders while advancing your legal career.
- Qualifications: 5+ years legal experience, strong leadership skills, and a passion for mentoring.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
- Overview
- Managing Lawyer - Property & Civil Litigation at
- Davidson
- Permanent, Full-Time | Brisbane
This range is provided by Davidson. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a team of 3-4 lawyers/paralegals at varying levels of experience.
- Provide high-quality legal advice on property, leasing, and related civil law issues.
- Represent the organisation in civil litigation and property-related disputes.
- Manage a steady litigation-heavy caseload while maintaining 3-4 billable hours per day.
- Ensure client outcomes are fair and free from exploitation.
- Contribute to a supportive, ethical, and inclusive workplace culture.
Qualifications
- At least 5 years post-admission legal experience (civil/property law highly regarded).
- Eligible for a practising certificate in Queensland (and High Court register).
- Skilled in litigation, ideally with exposure to leasing, property, or trusts.
- Strong leadership capability with a track record of mentoring junior lawyers.
- Private practice experience welcome — particularly if you’re looking to move into a purpose-driven in-house role.
- What’s on Offer
- Secure permanent role within a respected in-house legal team.
- Chance to influence outcomes for vulnerable Queenslanders.
- Litigation-heavy, diverse caseload with leadership responsibilities.
- Generous public sector benefits: up to 12.75% super, leave loading, flexible work.
- Part of a 12-month talent pool – opportunities may arise beyond this position.
How to Apply
Submit
- A short cover letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your motivation and suitability.
- A current CV (max. 3 pages).
- Job Details
- Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Legal
- Industries: Legal Services
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