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Senior Associate/Special Counsel/Partner Commercial Litigation


Company : The Andersen Partnership


Location : Brisbane, Queensland


Created : 2025-08-01


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Senior Associate/Special Counsel/Partner Commercial LitigationSenior Associate/Special Counsel/Partner Commercial Litigation1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.The Andersen Partnership provided pay rangeThis range is provided by The Andersen Partnership. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay rangeA$150,000.00/yr - A$250,000.00/yrDirect message the job poster from The Andersen PartnershipSenior Legal Recruitment Consultant | 0403 606 183 | Sourcr Recommended RecruiterCommercial Litigation Senior Associate / Special Counsel / PartnerA unique opportunity has emerged for an experienced commercial litigator (Senior Associate, Special Counsel, or Partner level) to join a well-established Brisbane firm. This role goes beyond file work: its about shaping strategy, driving business development, building and managing client relationships, and mentoring the next generation of litigators. You''ll have the chance to develop your own practice, with a clear pathway to build and lead a dedicated litigation team, supported by a collaborative, entrepreneurial partnership. Ideal candidates will bring strong technical expertise, leadership capability, and a track record managing complex disputes, with existing practices or referral networks highly regarded.About the RoleYou will work closely with a senior Partner with dual expertise in litigation and taxation, assisting in the delivery of strategic advice and advocacy across a diverse litigation caseload. The scope of the role includes:Managing and advising on complex disputes involving contractual breaches, director and shareholder disputes, regulatory enforcement, property and leasing, insolvency, tax litigation, and employment law.Acting in matters involving multiple jurisdictions, government bodies, high-net-worth individuals, SMEs, and listed entities.Handling disputes from pre-action advice through to trial and resolution, via litigation, arbitration, mediation or negotiated outcome.Collaborating across practice groups to provide integrated legal solutions where disputes overlap with corporate, tax, or regulatory considerations.Contributing to business development initiatives and strengthening the firms litigation profile through client engagement and strategic input.For senior candidates, the opportunity exists to grow and lead a distinct litigation team, with operational support and autonomy aligned to long-term objectives.Recent Matters Include:Advising in complex cross-border regulatory disputes involving Commonwealth enforcement agencies and international actors.Representing clients in shareholder oppression proceedings and restructuring disputes involving large private groups.Advising on breaches of IP and commercial obligations within joint venture arrangements in high-tech and communications sectors.Conducting appeals and litigation in the AAT and Federal Court in relation to tax assessments, penalties, and GST/PAYG obligations.About YouThe successful candidate will have:A minimum of 5 years PAE, with strong experience in commercial litigation and dispute resolution.Advanced capability in file management, legal strategy, drafting, and dispute resolution processes.Sound commercial judgment, with the ability to identify and manage risk, maintain high client service standards, and build rapport with varied stakeholders.A collegiate and pragmatic approach, with demonstrated experience mentoring and supervising junior lawyers (for SA/SC level) or leading teams (for Partner level).A portable practice or referral network will be viewed favourably for candidates at Special Counsel or Partner level.Why Join This FirmA firm known for combining technical excellence with genuine strategic insight.A collaborative, flexible culture where your voice is valued in firm-wide decision-making.Competitive salary, with potential bonuses linked to performance and growth.Opportunity to build and lead a litigation team, with full operational support.Work alongside senior practitioners who bring expertise in both litigation and tax, enabling multi-disciplinary, sophisticated service delivery.To arrange a confidential discussion, please contact Cian Swart directly on 0403 606 183 or cswart@andersonpartnership.com or submit your interest with a CV outlining your background and suitability. 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