CareerPlan

Associate to Special Counsel (2+ PAE) - Gov/Litigation (Canberra)

Canberra, Australian Capital TerritoryFull-time2026-10-12 → 2026-10-22
Security clearance required

Core

Senior Associate lawyer handling high-value government and disputes work, including judicial reviews, investigations, and parliamentary inquiries.

Role type

Senior Associate (Litigation & Government)

Builds

Legal advice and representation for government and commercial clients

Domain

Law (Litigation, Government, Disputes)

Deliverable

client delivery

Required skills

Litigation, Government work, Dispute resolution, Negotiation, Mediation, Arbitration, Strategic advice, Drafting, Analytical thinking

Preferred skills

AGS, Crown, or private practice government work background

Responsibilities

Manage diverse caseload involving class actions, civil claims, and commercial disputes; Engage in negotiations, mediations, and arbitrations; Provide strategic advice on litigation and regulatory issues; Contribute to the professional development of junior team members

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC