Job description
Work with a dynamic team, get hands on experience and real engagement with clients
Full time position (preferred) with the flexibility to work across our offices or from home
Salary commensurate with experience
Who we are
As one of the largest regionally based law firms in Victoria, we are the leading law firm with a difference; we care about our people, our clients, and our community.
As leaders in implementing innovative legal processes and practices, our focus is on continuing to develop leading legal solutions to support our people and our clients.
Our people are the key to our success and our reputation is built on the contributions of everyone in our team. Recruiting the right people keeps our business growing and thriving.
About the role
We are looking for a professional and highly motivated Lawyer or Associate with experience in Litigation & Dispute Resolution. Ideally you will already be part of a litigation practice in the Victorian and Federal Courts and are ready to step straight into our growing team. You might already be an experienced litigator wanting to apply your existing skills in a new practice area.
This is a busy practice, with a strong base of existing clients and referrers. Your ability to relate well with clients and work in a team is crucial. You will work closely with our Principal Lawyer, Special Counsels and Senior Associate to continue to develop your skills and build your practice.
You will provide tailored advice to clients ranging from individuals, small to medium enterprises and large national organisations. You will find a diverse commercial litigation practice base with a broad range of interesting and exciting work.
You will be organised, motivated and feel confident working as part of a close team, with excellent attention to detail and a focus on responding to requests in a timely manner.
Our preference is for someone who is able to work full time, from either of our Geelong, Torquay or Melbourne offices with flexibility to work from home as well.
You will deliver:
Specialised, tailored dispute resolution advice
A proven ability to problem solve
Accuracy and attention to detail
Efficient time management to maintain control of key priorities
You will bring:
Legal research and analysis
File management
Client management
Liaising with Counsel
Drafting correspondence, court documents, including pleadings and witness statements and briefs to experts or Counsel
Conducting litigation matters, including advice work, negotiation and advocacy
A broad range of commercial law matters, including business disputes, contract, insolvency and property disputes
Why join us?
With a focus on high performance and our community, and an engaged culture, we are proud of our people and our history. Our values are important to us, and we look for like-minded people to continue to bring those values to life as part of the way we work.
You will join a strong and supportive team, where you can continue to develop your skills and experience.
Some of our benefits include:
Generous parental leave program
Health and wellbeing initiatives
Access to volunteering opportunities to give back to your own community
Purchase leave program
A genuinely supportive and welcoming culture
How to apply
For a confidential discussion, please contact Amelia Pilcher, HR Consultant on 03 5273 5243.
Coulter Legal values diversity, enables access and promotes inclusion.
Benefits
Work from home, Parental leave