Lawyer or Associate | Litigation & Insolvency

Location: Brisbane

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)

The Team

Our Brisbane Dispute Resolution team is recognised as one of the leading practices in Queensland, with a strong reputation for handling complex commercial litigation, regulatory investigations and enforcement and insolvency matters. The team combines technical excellence with a collaborative culture, working on high-profile matters for top-tier clients across banking and finance, regulators, corporate insolvency, and commercial disputes. You will join a supportive environment that prioritises professional development, knowledge sharing, and delivering exceptional client outcomes.

Your Role

We are currently recruiting for an exceptional Lawyer or Associate to join our Brisbane Dispute Resolution team, working closely with partners Melinda Smith and Michael Vickery. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced commercial litigator with demonstrated expertise in financial services, regulatory litigation or insolvency and reconstruction, or for those looking to build a specialisation in this dynamic and growing practice area.

Working directly with Partners Michael Vickery and Melinda Smith and their highly regarded team, you will provide strategic advice to a prestigious client base including regulators, major financial institutions, large corporates, and leading insolvency practitioners. Your work will primarily span financial services litigation, regulatory investigations and enforcement and insolvency matters. This role offers genuine exposure to sophisticated matters and the opportunity to develop deep expertise and market presence.

More About You

We are looking for talented lawyers who:

• have at least 1- 2 year's post-admission experience preferably in commercial litigation, with expertise or genuine interest in insolvency and restructuring (both advisory and contentious)


• demonstrate initiative, commercial acumen, and an unwavering commitment to excellence


• have strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build lasting relationships with clients, colleagues, and industry professionals


• excel in collaborative team environments and contribute positively to team culture


• take genuine pride in the quality of their work and the reputation of their firm


• are seeking a firm that invests in career development, values its people, and fosters an inclusive culture

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].