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Disputes lawyer, 3-5 PAE

Sydney, New South WalesFull-time2026-10-23 → 2026-11-12
On-site

Core

Managing a diverse portfolio of property and leasing disputes from strategy through to resolution, including commercial litigation, contract interpretation, and enforcement of landlord rights.

Role type

Associate or Junior Senior Associate Disputes Lawyer

Builds

Strategic and commercially focused outcomes for institutional landlords, property owners, and managers

Domain

Australian Property Law and Commercial Litigation

Deliverable

client delivery

Required skills

Commercial litigation experience, Property and leasing dispute management, Court appearance and advocacy, Legal drafting (pleadings, affidavits), Legal research, Analytical problem-solving, Multi-matter management

Preferred skills

Experience with insolvency-related litigation, Alternative dispute resolution, Mentoring junior team members

Technologies

State and Federal Courts, Specialist tribunals

Responsibilities

Manage complex litigation matters from strategy to resolution, Appear in State and Federal Courts, Draft pleadings and evidentiary material, Handle urgent interlocutory applications, Advise on lease breaches and statutory notices

Seniority

Junior Senior Associate, 3-5 years post-admission