At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead litigation cases, mentor junior staff, and manage invoicing targets.
- Company: Patten Robins, a high-impact boutique law firm in Balwyn North.
- Benefits: Excellent work-life balance, regular social events, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Opportunities for interstate work and flexible hours available.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and make a real impact in commercial law.
- Qualifications: Minimum 4 years PQE in litigation with strong commercial acumen.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
Patten Robins is seeking an experienced litigator with strong commercial law experience to complement our high impact, boutique law firm. The role includes mentoring a junior litigator and paralegals, as well as managing the litigation invoicing targets. You will also receive guidance and mentoring from our principal who has 15 years PQE.
The litigation files are comprised of building disputes, retail leases, general debt matters, employment law and commercial litigation. Some files are in pre-litigation dispute resolution and active litigation is on foot in most jurisdictions in Victoria including the Magistrates' Court, County Court, Supreme Court, Federal Court and the VCAT. The team also conducts some work in NSW and Queensland, with active litigation in both jurisdictions currently.
The role provides the opportunity for regular court appearances and advocacy opportunities. Our principal has advocacy experience in most jurisdictions over the last 17 years having appeared in thousands of proceedings.
About the firm: Patten Robins is located in Balwyn North, and the successful applicant will enjoy the benefit of a workplace with an excellent work-life balance and strong team morale. The broader disciplines within Patten Robins include a Wills and Estates team in addition to two sister firms: Coast to Coast Conveyancing who practice solely in property law; and Maeve O'Brien & Associates who practice predominantly in family law. Coast to Coast operates in separate locations including regional Victoria and Sunshine Coast, Queensland. Interstate work and travel opportunities are available to the right candidate. Maeve O'Brien & Associates are located in separate premises in Balwyn North, close to Patten Robins.
Our workplace culture is centred around a passion for the work and time efficiency. Patten Robins places significant emphasis on employee wellbeing and work-life balance, while also prioritising hard work when required. We conduct regular staff social events, attend paid CPDs, and enjoy celebrating our successes.
About you: The successful candidate will be a strong litigator with commercial acumen, who is ready, willing, and able to hit the ground running. Applications are requested from those with a minimum of 4 years PQE and someone with the confidence to strategise and problem solve complex matters efficiently and mentor others to do the same. While the ideal candidate would be full-time, strong applicants with a preference for a four-day week will also be considered. Salary to be negotiated based on experience and ability.
Senior Associate, Litigation in Melbourne employer: Patten Robins Lawyers
Patten Robins is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment in Balwyn North, where employee wellbeing and work-life balance are prioritised. With opportunities for professional growth through mentoring and advocacy experiences, the firm fosters a culture of passion and efficiency, complemented by regular social events and CPD attendance. Join a high-impact boutique law firm that values hard work while ensuring a fulfilling workplace experience.
