AFR Best Places to Work Finalist 2025 | Backed by Westpac Bank
About the Company
We are a rapidly-growing legal technology/SaaS provider committed to simplifying complex legal processes through innovative technology. Driven by a mission to empower small and medium businesses (SMBs) with accessible legal, compliance, and accounting solutions, our company is poised for substantial growth.
Why Lawpath Legal:
- We're backed by Westpac, trusted by over 500,000 businesses and growing rapidly. If you're ready to practise law in a way that actually works for both clients and lawyers.
- Deliver commercial advice that empowers real businesses to grow. No billable hours. No hierarchy for the sake of it.
- Smarter legal practice - Spend more time advising clients and less time on admin. We’ve built a legal platform that supports, not slows you down.
- Team with heart - We do great work, lift each other up and celebrate as a team. You’ll feel connected, supported and trusted from day one.
- Flexibility that works - Hybrid work is standard. Birthdays are paid days off. Fridays wrap at 4:30.
The Role
We’re looking for a senior lawyer (5+ PQE) to join our internal team at Lawpath Legal. As a member of our legal team, you will advise startups and small/medium businesses on a wide range of general commercial matters. While no two days will be exactly the same, your main responsibilities will include:
What we’re looking for:
- Corporate/Commercial expertise: Significant experience in corporate and commercial law.
- Startup enthusiast: Passion for startups, NewLaw, and legal innovation.
- Business savvy: An understanding of the challenges faced by SMBs.
- Independent problem-solver: Ability to work autonomously and make quick decisions.
- Adaptable professional: Comfortable in a rapidly changing and dynamic environment.
- Client-focused: Dedication to exceeding client expectations and ensuring their satisfaction
- If you have experience with business sale and commercial property matters, this is a bonus but not required
The Perks
- Uncapped Bonus Structure – Rewarding performance, not hours
- ESOP – Share in the growth you help build
- Birthday Leave – Celebrate with an extra paid day off
- Parental Leave – Generous and inclusive policies for all families
- Hybrid Work – 3 days from home or completely remote for the right candidate
- Wellbeing Perks – Gym discount, Monday run club and wellness initiatives
- Culture That Connects – Monthly events, offsites and team celebrations
Lawpath celebrates diverse perspectives and experiences, we invite people of all backgrounds and identities to apply for this position.
This is a great opportunity to join a fast growing and sociable company in an exciting new industry. You need to have full legal working rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.
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Commercial Lawyer employer: LawPath
At Lawpath, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that values innovation and empathy. Our Sydney-based team enjoys hybrid working arrangements, generous parental leave, and a learning stipend for ongoing development, all while contributing to our mission of simplifying legal and accounting services for small businesses. With opportunities for career growth and a transparent, fun environment, you'll be part of a values-led team recognised as one of Australia's Best Places to Work.
