Careers

• Broaden your experience by working in a dynamic and engaged team across a diverse range of commercial litigation matters
• Enjoy a well-balanced role in a collegiate environment with an interesting, broad practice of large and medium scale litigation across various industries
• Flexible 3:2 work arrangements

About us

HWL Ebsworth is not your typical law firm. Our rapid rise to become the largest legal partnership in Australia shows that in our case, the differences are real. We deliver first class legal advice to our government and commercial clients in every State and Territory across Australia. Firm wide, we have over 270 Partners and 1700 people.

The opportunity

We have a unique opportunity for a dynamic candidate to join our impressive and highly regarded Sydney Commerical Litigation practice. As part of the team, you will work on an interesting mix of commercial disputes, including corporations and shareholder disputes, contractual disputes, ACL disputation and contested intellectual property matters. The role is an opportunity to work on top tier matters and collaborate with our prominent national client base. HWL Ebsworth has one of Australia’s leading litigation legal practices. The firm’s lawyers advise and act for both international and Australian clients in all Australian jurisdictions. The litigation team acts for clients in all areas of commercial disputation.

Accountabilities

• taking carriage of various litigation matters
• dealing directly with counsel and clients
• working collaboratively with team of junior lawyers
• prepare, predict, and advise as to possible outcomes associated with litigation

To succeed in this role, ideally you'll have

• 5+ years PAE
• broad scope of commercial litigation experience (across multiple jurisdictions).
• strategic and critical thinking capabilities
• strong leadership skills to help develop our junior cohort
• strong practice management skills and attention to detail

What we offer

• Unrivalled career pathways: Our unique meritocracy model proudly offers our staff career development, promoting talent based solely on merit. Our size, range of experience and competitive pricing model will provide you with everything you need to succeed. Unlike our competitors, our Solicitor to Partner ratio enables greater mentoring and client engagement. Our 180 day career forecasting sessions provide the platform to fast-track your progression.
• Location: Our cutting-edge office is conveniently located in the heart of the Sydney CBD within a fast-pace, high-networking legal community.
• Culture: Be part of a firm renowned for its friendly and down-to-earth culture.
• Prestige: Join a firm consistently ranked at the forefront of the Australian legal market, where your work is recognised nationally.
  
  

How to apply

To apply, please submit your CV via the 'Apply' function. Applicants must have full working rights in Australia and a valid practising certificate to apply. HWL Ebsworth also strongly encourages applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

HWL Ebsworth strives to create an inclusive environment where our people want and feel comfortable to bring their entire selves to work. Varied perspectives contribute to our collective success so whatever your background, we'd love to hear from you and encourage you to apply. If you have reasonable accessibility requirements that will enable you to participate equitably in our recruitment process, please reach out to Laura Harrison for a confidential discussion.