Associate
Posted:
05-Jan-2026
Location:
Melbourne
Sector:
Private Practice Legal
Role:
Associate
Salary:
$ -
Work Type:
Permanent Full Time
Reference:
1397832
PQE Partners are representing a highly regarded national commercial and property law firm, known for their deep expertise across strata and community titles, property development and litigation. As the firm continues its expansion, an opportunity has arisen for an Associate to join the Melbourne team.
This is a unique chance to work directly under a newly promoted Partner who is building out the Melbourne practice. She is highly accomplished and has worked on significant litigation matters across Australia. She is hands-on, supportive and genuinely committed to mentoring lawyers. You’ll work closely with her, and alongside some of Australia’s top practitioners in this space – on a high-quality mix of litigation, advisory, and commercial property matters.
Key Responsibilities
Both roles will support across a diverse range of property-related disputes and advisory matters, including:
These are standout opportunities to develop your legal career under the guidance of an exceptional leader and within a firm that is highly respected in this space. You’ll gain exposure to a wide variety of matters, enjoy structured mentorship and support, and be part of an expanding office where your contribution will be valued.
This is a unique chance to work directly under a newly promoted Partner who is building out the Melbourne practice. She is highly accomplished and has worked on significant litigation matters across Australia. She is hands-on, supportive and genuinely committed to mentoring lawyers. You’ll work closely with her, and alongside some of Australia’s top practitioners in this space – on a high-quality mix of litigation, advisory, and commercial property matters.
Key Responsibilities
Both roles will support across a diverse range of property-related disputes and advisory matters, including:
- Strata and community title disputes (with a focus on Victorian legislation)
- Property development, insurance, leasing and general property law
- Construction disputes and broader contractual issues
- Debt recovery and enforcement
- Drafting legal correspondence, court documents and client advice
- Attending court hearings and preparing materials for both interlocutory and final hearings
- Briefing counsel and assisting with witness and expert evidence
- Managing your own files with growing responsibility
- Associate - ideally 3-4 PQE. Strata/property experience would be highly regarded or relatable litigation experience for someone who can take direction and who is ready to learn.
- For both roles, you need to be ambitious and a proactive self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
- A genuine desire to build a career in this specialist area.
These are standout opportunities to develop your legal career under the guidance of an exceptional leader and within a firm that is highly respected in this space. You’ll gain exposure to a wide variety of matters, enjoy structured mentorship and support, and be part of an expanding office where your contribution will be valued.
