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Senior Associate / Special Counsel - Disputes | Advocacy

Sydney, New South WalesFull-time2026-09-07 → 2026-10-10

Core

Defend claims before courts and tribunals for a large client in a rapidly evolving area of Australian workplace law.

Role type

Senior Associate / Special Counsel (Disputes & Advocacy)

Builds

Contentious legal matters from commencement through to resolution

Domain

Australian Workplace Law / Litigation

Deliverable

client delivery

Required skills

litigation experience, court/tribunal advocacy, hearing management, complex matter strategy, junior lawyer mentorship, commercial advice

Preferred skills

Fair Work Commission advocacy experience

Responsibilities

Defend claims before courts and tribunals, manage a portfolio of contentious matters, appear in hearings and interlocutory proceedings, mentor junior lawyers, contribute to legal strategy

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC