The Opportunity
If your billings have flatlined or you feel restricted in your current environment, this could be the strategic move you’ve been waiting for. Our client is a globally recognised law firm with strong growth momentum and a proven record of winning premium disputes instructions.
With a modern equity system, Partners here routinely achieve annual earnings in the $650,000 to $1.5 million range, tied directly to contribution and client portfolio.
The Firm
This firm blends youthful energy with deep technical capability. Built on collaboration, innovation, and sustainable growth, it offers national and cross-border workflows that provide constant access to quality disputes matters. They are now seeking an accomplished disputes practitioner - whether a current Partner or a Special Counsel ready to step up, to strengthen their national Dispute Resolution team.
The Role
You’ll work closely with three high-profile Partners in disputes, while collaborating across Corporate, Resources, and Projects teams. Focus areas include:
- Construction & Infrastructure Disputes - Major projects across energy, transport, mining, ports, and engineering, acting for stakeholders from contractors to principals.
- Complex Commercial Litigation & Arbitration - Managing disputes at every stage of the project lifecycle, with matters spanning both domestic and international forums.
About You
You will likely have 10–20 years’ post-admission experience, ideally from a national or top-tier environment. We’re seeking someone with:
- A modest but portable client following within the corporate or commercial arena.
- Proven leadership and mentoring skills.
- Strong commercial judgement and strategic insight.
- A collaborative, solutions-driven approach.
Why Choose This Firm?
Unlike many firms tightening costs, this one is investing heavily in partner resources and support. Benefits include:
- A consistent pipeline of disputes sourced from existing commercial teams.
- Strong national and international referral networks.
- A transparent pathway to equity with flexibility around timing.
- A peer group focused on long-term collective success.
Why Law Staff?
For more than 35 years, Law Staff has been guiding senior lawyers through discreet and strategic career transitions. We provide:
- Benchmarking on equity structures and earning bands.
- Honest insights on cultural fit and retention.
- Data on lateral movement trends and successful integrations.
- Guidance in preparing sharp, commercially credible business plans.
Confidential Enquiries
If you’d like a confidential discussion, whether over coffee or via Teams, please reach out.
Quote Ref: DRP280825
Craig | 0413 743 838 (8am–8pm, 7 days) | craig@lawstaff.com.au
Confidentiality guaranteed. Initial enquiries can remain anonymous.
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