Senior Associate — Defamation & Insurance Litigation
- Offices (2)Sydney, New South WalesMelbourne, Victoria
- Work typeOn-site
- Experience5+ PQE
- PracticeLitigation
A leading international law firm
Apply in confidence →Senior associate opportunity within a specialist disputes team, working across defamation, financial lines and general insurance litigation. The role is available in the firm's Australia offices and combines high‑profile contentious work with technical insurance and reputational matters.
You will run complex files with autonomy, attend mediations and hearings, draft pleadings and strategic advice, and work alongside external counsel on significant disputes. The team offers mentoring responsibilities for junior lawyers and clear progression in a global practice.
- Australian‑qualified lawyer with c.5+ years PQE
- Proven experience in defamation matters (plaintiff or defendant) and strong commercial litigation background
- Experience in insurance/financial lines and handling coverage or defence work preferred
- Demonstrable client contact, commercial awareness and business development capability
- Confident drafting and advocacy skills; ability to work autonomously and mentor junior staff
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