Associate Attorney: Commercial Litigation

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POSITION INFO:
An established, boutique legal practice is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney with a strong background in commercial litigation and excellent legal drafting skills. The role offers the opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of business-to-business disputes, with a particular focus on insolvency, liquidations, shareholder disputes, contractual disputes and matters involving mining clients. Key Responsibilities Draft pleadings, affidavits, notices, agreements, legal opinions and client correspondence. Conduct legal research and assist with case preparation and litigation strategy. Manage assigned matters, competing priorities and deadlines with minimal supervision. Prepare and manage court bundles using Court Online and CaseLines. Attend client consultations, liaise with counsel and respond professionally to client queries. Work collaboratively with senior attorneys while taking ownership of the quality and accuracy of deliverables. Minimum Requirements Admitted Attorney with approximately four or more years’ post-admission experience , excluding articles. Substantial, hands-on commercial litigation experience. High Court right of appearance. Practical proficiency in Court Online and CaseLines. Excellent drafting, research, analytical and communication skills. Proven ability to manage a busy caseload and meet deadlines. Candidates with experience in insolvency, liquidations and shareholder disputes will be particularly well suited. The successful candidate must be organised, detail-oriented, client-focused and comfortable working independently while collaborating with colleagues.