New Job Opening: Lawyer : Property Litigation in Melbourne, VIC

Job Description

 What’s in it for you?

• Varied leasing work: Take on commercial, retail and industrial leasing disputes.


• Courtroom exposure: Work on urgent applications and enforcement proceedings.


• Broad disputes mix: Build on your commercial litigation skills through property development, franchising and insolvency-related matters.


• Commercial problem-solving: Interpret contracts and retail leasing legislation while working towards practical dispute outcomes.


• Scope to step up: Manage matters, engage with clients and support junior lawyers.

About the role:

• Handle lease breaches, termination, refurbishment, demolition, relocation, make good, abandonment and landlord remedies.


• A mix of litigated matters, urgent applications and alternative dispute resolution.


• Work on development, land sale, misrepresentation and unconscionable conduct claims.


• Prepare urgent applications, including relief against forfeiture, statutory notices and enforcement action.


• Advise on retail leasing law, contract interpretation, franchising, bankruptcy and winding-up disputes.


• Draft pleadings and evidence; progress litigation, mediations and conciliations.

The ideal candidate:

• 3+ years’ post-admission experience in commercial litigation, disputes or property litigation.


• Experience running a varied disputes caseload; exposure to property or leasing matters is particularly welcome.


• Confidence appearing in court, with strong drafting, legal research and analytical skills.


• Excellent organisation, attention to detail and the ability to balance competing deadlines.


• A commercial, client-focused approach, clear communication skills and a collaborative attitude towards junior colleagues.

If this role does not align with your experience or career goals, please contact us to discuss other suitable opportunities.

Why work with us?

• We have access to 50% more roles than are publicly available.


• You will receive free CV advice and interview preparation tailored to the role.


• We provide market insights on team culture, salary expectations and career progression.


• Naiman Clarke has over 25 years of experience recruiting exclusively within the legal sector.

Contact Amy Brown today!

• Please quote reference number AB/59739.


• Email: [email protected]


• Alternatively, click apply and email your resume in Word format.

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