Commercial Litigation | Senior Associate

Location: Melbourne

Contract Type: Permanent

MinterEllison is one of Australia’s largest independent law and consulting firms. With a heritage of almost 200 years, we are known for our excellence, and our authentic and enduring relationships with our clients, our people and our communities. Clients seek out MinterEllison to help them solve complex problems every day. We do this by our full-service legal offering and complementary consulting offering.

We offer opportunities to work on industry-leading mandates for top-tier clients, while being part of a high-performing and collaborative team that values excellence, diversity of thought, curiosity, and inclusion. We value our people and empower them to achieve their ambitions - with the support, trust and autonomy to grow their careers in meaningful ways.

At MinterEllison, we're leading the way with AI and other emerging technologies, powering innovation right across our firm. You will have the opportunity to engage with AI tools we've built, and other external AI tools, to enhance efficiencies and excellence internally and with our clients.

We support sustainable ways of working regarding how, when and where you work and offer a wide range of social, financial and health benefits (see https://www.minterellison.com/-/media/Minter-Ellison/Files/Careers/MinterEllison-Employee-Benefits-Dec_2025.pdf)

Your Role

We are seeking an experienced litigation and dispute resolution Senior Associate to join our Melbourne office. Working closely with a number of dynamic partners in our general commercial disputes team, you will become part of a specialist team advising public and private sector clients on complex commercial disputes, investigations, and inquiries.

You will have the opportunity to work on high-profile, intellectually stimulating matters across both the Supreme and Federal Courts, as well as commercial arbitration including cross border disputes and mediation in multiple Australian jurisdictions.

This role sits within a supportive, flexible, and highly collaborative team. You will be trusted to take genuine ownership of matters and client relationships, mentor junior lawyers, and deliver pragmatic, top-tier advice that reflects a deep understanding of your clients' commercial objectives.

About You

We welcome applications from lawyers who bring:

• At least 5 years' post-admission experience and strong technical expertise in commercial disputes and/or regulatory litigation;


• Significant experience running litigation matters with a high degree of autonomy;


• A genuine client focus and a demonstrated ability to build enduring relationships with peers, clients, and industry contacts;


• A collaborative working style and the ability to thrive in a team environment;


• Resilience, attention to detail, and an unwavering commitment to excellence; and


• Pride in your work and the firm you represent.

How to apply

We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, cultural backgrounds, genders (including trans or gender diverse), LGBTQ+ people and those with carer responsibilities. We particularly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

We prefer to connect with people directly, so please submit your CV by clicking on the 'Apply' button. We encourage all applications, including if you do not meet all the criteria listed for the role. Your application will also enable us to consider you for other opportunities that may be available at MinterEllison.

If you are currently a MinterEllison employee, please apply through the internal careers page.

If you would like further information, require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process or for a confidential discussion, please contact [email protected].