At a Glance
- Tasks: Handle complex commercial litigation and insolvency matters with a dynamic team.
- Company: Join Hall & Wilcox, a leading independent Australian law firm.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, competitive pay, and generous leave options.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse culture that values growth and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while developing your legal skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: 3-5 years post-admission experience in insolvency and commercial litigation required.
The predicted salary is between 85500 - 104500 $ per year.
Our HW Evolve approach includes hybrid and flexible working. WFH and from modern, open plan offices. We will provide you with WFH IT equipment plus reimbursement of up to $500 for additional equipment.
Competitive remuneration and our Hallstar reward and recognition program. Learning and career development programs for all roles and levels. Flexible leave options, including up to 26 weeks paid parental leave. Free daily breakfast and office social events. Genuine commitment to diversity, inclusion and wellbeing, and pro bono and community. Permanent full-time position.
About The Role And Team
We have an opportunity for a litigation lawyer to join our Dispute Resolution section in Sydney, working with a highly regarded team of leading Partners and lawyers. Our Sydney team is part of our national and well-established Dispute Resolution Section, with over 115 team members nationally working across all facets of commercial dispute resolution and litigation, including:
- commercial and contractual disputes
- banking and financial services litigation
- restructuring and insolvency
- public sector
- property disputes
- regulatory investigations
- tax disputes
This is a fantastic hands-on commercial litigation role, with significant learning, development and progression opportunities, and the opportunity to work with interesting clients and complex matters.
You Will Be Responsible For:
- corporate restructuring and insolvency and bankruptcy matters, both contentious and non-contentious;
- complex commercial litigation matters.
About You
You will ideally have the following skills and experience:
- between 3 and 5 years of post-admission experience in Australia is essential;
- previous experience in insolvency and restructuring, together with some exposure to commercial litigation, ideally from a large or medium sized law firm or a specialist litigation practice;
- strong communication and drafting skills, with outstanding attention to detail;
- the ability to confidently run matters through dispute resolution processes;
- the ability to handle busy workload with competing timelines.
About Us
At Hall & Wilcox, we deliver outstanding legal services to corporate, public sector and private clients, both Australian-based and those offshore doing business in Australia. Our purpose is to enable our clients, our people and our communities to thrive.
We do great work, smarter. We’re passionate about the work we do and how it creates value for today and tomorrow. We’re famous for Smarter Law: smarter thinking to create smarter solutions. We embrace innovative thinking and technology. We listen. We partner. We solve.
We are known for having a great culture that values people. Hall & Wilcox is a successful independent Australian law firm; a place to belong, with the freedom to learn and grow. We thrive together. We are diverse and inclusive; everyone is welcome and respected. We encourage applications from candidates of all cultural backgrounds (including First Nations), age, abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.
We are committed to supporting candidates with disability so that every candidate is offered a fair, equitable and supportive recruitment experience. If you require any adjustments or support to complete your application, or if you have any questions, please contact Jaimie Monahan, Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor for a confidential discussion.
Sydney Litigation Associate: Insolvency & Restructuring employer: Hall & Wilcox
Hall & Wilcox is an excellent employer for corporate & commercial lawyers, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and professional growth. Located in Brisbane, the firm provides significant learning opportunities through hands-on experience with diverse transactions across various industries, ensuring that employees are well-equipped to advance their careers. With a supportive team environment and the chance to connect with colleagues across multiple cities, this role promises a rewarding and meaningful career path.
