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Litigation and Dispute Resolution Lawyer (2+ PQE)

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HICKSONS | HUNT & HUNT | HOLMAN WEBB

Hicksons | Hunt & Hunt | Holman Webb is a commercial law firm that assists government, companies, organisations, and individuals throughout Australia to create sustainable value through legal and commercial advice, services, and solutions. Our breadth of expertise is reflected in our diverse practice groups and complemented by our industry and sector focus. With offices in Sydney, North Ryde, Newcastle and Griffith, we work across geographies with smart technology to keep connected to our clients.

We pride ourselves on our energy and authenticity to drive client solutions, attract and develop talent and serve our broader community. With a strong history of providing exceptional legal advice, we consider ourselves to be visionary thought leaders who have harnessed our history and experience, emerging as a market-leading legal and advisory business.

THE ROLE & THE TEAM

Our Litigation & Dispute Resolution team have an exciting opportunity for a Litigation Lawyer to join our team. Working with government and private clients, you will manage a varied range of litigation and dispute resolution matters, with a particular focus on debt recovery and insolvency.

You will handle matters from initial instructions through to resolution, advising clients on recovery prospects, enforcement options, risks and costs. The role includes preparing court documents, participating in negotiations and mediations, appearing in courts and tribunals as appropriate to your experience, and assisting with creditor claims, bankruptcy and winding-up proceedings.

Our supportive and inclusive work culture, excellent professional development opportunities, and commitment to client satisfaction make Hicksons | Hunt & Hunt | Holman Webb an ideal environment to advance your legal career.

WHAT YOU BRING

As the ideal candidate, you’ll bring:

  • At least 2 years’ post-admission experience in litigation and dispute resolution
  • Experience in debt recovery and insolvency matters, including related litigation and enforcement
  • Advocacy skills and experience appearing in courts or tribunals appropriate to your level of experience
  • Proficient legal research, drafting and analytical skills, with attention to detail
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with clients, colleagues and stakeholders
  • The ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines, and to work both independently and collaboratively
  • A positive attitude, strong work ethic and genuine desire to build a long-term career within a supportive and high-performing team.

WHY CHOOSE HICKSONS | HUNT & HUNT | HOLMAN WEBB

Hicksons | Hunt & Hunt | Holman Webb fosters a diverse and inclusive environment, we capture innovative ideas from our people to build on our business; we welcome your creative ideas to optimize the way we work. We offer a range of benefits and social opportunities to support growth, development and internal networking and collaboration within the firm, collectively celebrating our success through recognition and reward programs.

SUPPORTING YOU:

Potential unearthed – We pride ourselves on enabling you to achieve your career aspirations. Offering tailored 1:1 mentoring, access to our E-learning platform with role base training, internal and external workshops and complete transparency around our promotional pathways program.

The right resources – Our workplace is supported by smart technology, paper-light processes, collaborative teams and a healthy values-based culture that will see you perform at your best.

Flexi-work options – We understand life is not 1 size fits all. Explore options for hybrid work, part time hours, compressed working weeks, and more.

Performance based rewards and incentive bonuses – our incentive program is designed to reward our employees and support our high-performance culture.

Hicksons | Hunt & Hunt | Holman Webb + Benefits – 16 weeks paid parental leave for eligible employees, education assistance, Employee Assistance Program, milestone leave after 3 years of service, plus access to everyday discounts through our corporate discount schemes, and novated leasing.

Life at Hicksons | Hunt & Hunt | Holman Webb – Contributing to our community is part of our Vision; the firm provides you with the opportunity to contribute to the firm’s corporate social responsibility activities through our pro-bono program.

Awards – The 2024 AFR Partnership Survey named the firm as the industry leader with the highest proportion of Female Partners for the second year running. In addition, the firm has been recognised ABA employer of choice winners (2020,2023,2024).

To have a confidential discussion on the role and our offering, please contact the People & Culture Team, people.culture@hicksons.com.au

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Please note pre-employment screening checks will be conducted on all successful applicants including a national police check.

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