Commercial Disputes LawyerAssociateSenior Lawyer

Introduction Lawyer with a minimum 2‑4 years experience. More senior candidates will also be considered. Thriving law firm with 100 staff. Excellent mentoring and development opportunities. No time recording / value pricing. Hybrid work model: working from home and office each week. About the firm Moores is a values‑driven law firm committed to making a difference for clients, people and the communities in which we operate. About the role We are seeking a talented and motivated Commercial Disputes Lawyer with a minimum 2‑4 years PQE to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside highly regarded lawyers on a broad range of commercial disputes. You will have the chance to work with clients across the not‑for‑profit, education, social housing, aged care and building & construction sectors on diverse commercial disputes. You will be responsible for drafting legal documents, conducting legal research and assisting with client strategy. As part of a collaborative team you’ll have the opportunity to handle client communications, attend hearings and support the team through all stages of litigation. Key Responsibilities Advise clients on a range of commercial disputes including contractual, corporate, property and leasing disputes. Draft and review pleadings, correspondence and other legal documents. Assist in the preparation and conduct of litigation including attending court hearings and mediations. Liaise directly with clients and other external stakeholders to provide clear and strategic advice. Conduct legal research and keep up‑to‑date with developments in commercial litigation. Support senior lawyers and partners in the management of complex cases. Contribute to business development activities and firm‑wide initiatives. About you To be successful in this role you will have: A minimum 2‑4 years PQE in commercial disputes gained from a law firm or in‑house team. Strong technical knowledge of commercial litigation and key legal principles and procedures. Excellent communication and drafting skills with the ability to explain legal concepts clearly and concisely. A proactive attitude and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment. A client‑focused approach with an interest in building relationships and developing a commercial understanding of client needs. A team‑oriented mindset combined with the ability to work independently when required. About us Moores is not a traditional law firm. We were the first to ditch time‑sheets in favour of value pricing. We price value, not time. Our staff love working here – Moores recently ranked in the top 25% of Australian organisations surveyed by InSync in relation to employee engagement. We are truly flexible – a large proportion of our staff and practice leaders work flexibly or part time. We are proudly inclusive and committed to equality – our CEO and more than 50% of our practice leaders and senior leadership team are female. We pride ourselves on being professional but don’t wear suits unless we have to. We value work‑life balance and focus on working smarter. We have a strong commitment to social impact, working with purpose‑aligned clients to deliver great outcomes that benefit the community. Benefits Other benefits of joining our team include: Opportunities to work on multi‑disciplinary teams. Access to interesting, challenging and varied work. Supportive practice leaders committed to your professional development and providing training. Tailored learning and development initiatives. A supportive and enthusiastic team that thrives on collaborating with clients to find solutions to complex problems. Leave purchase options and a wellbeing programme. How to apply We prefer to deal directly with applicants. Please submit your application via our online application system. Only applications submitted electronically will be accepted. We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes. We will only contact you if your application is successful for interview. Equal Opportunity Moores is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities and identities. Contact Contact: Natalie Rule, People & Culture Advisor – 03… (contact details omitted) Contact: Belinda Balmer, Head of People & Culture – 03… #J-18808-Ljbffr