Commercial Litigation Lawyer

Are you an experienced Commercial Litigation Lawyer looking for the next step in your career? Do you want the opportunity to grow your practice, develop your profile and progress within a supportive and genuinely collaborative firm?

If so, we want to hear from you.

About Us

At Keir Steele Waldon Lawyers, we are focused on building a firm where talented lawyers can do excellent work, develop strong client relationships and achieve long-term career growth.

With offices in Townsville, Ingham and Home Hill, we are a rapidly growing law firm servicing rural and regional Queensland. Our team members bring diverse experience, perspectives and skills, with a common focus on delivering practical, commercial and valuable outcomes for our clients.

We provide an environment that allows our people to achieve their personal and professional goals. We believe that balance is the essential ingredient in happy, productive and high-performing teams — and we think we have got it just right.

The Opportunity

We have an opportunity for a Commercial Litigation Lawyer to join our team in any of our locations.

This role is ideally suited to a lawyer with at least 5 years PAE who wants to build strong client relationships and take a leading role in the growth of our litigation practice.

You will have the opportunity to work on a broad range of commercial litigation and dispute resolution matters, including commercial and contractual disputes, property disputes, debt recovery, insolvency matters, estate litigation and general civil litigation.

This is not just a role for someone looking to work through files. It is an opportunity for a lawyer who wants to grow their practice, strengthen their professional reputation and progress their career within a firm that will support them to do so.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• 5 years PAE in commercial litigation or a related area;

• The confidence and experience to manage litigation matters with appropriate support;

• Strong knowledge of court processes, litigation procedure and relevant Queensland and Commonwealth legislation;

• Well-developed drafting skills, including pleadings, affidavits, correspondence and settlement documents;

• A practical, commercial and client-focused approach to resolving disputes;

• Strong communication, negotiation and advocacy skills;

• The ability to build and maintain client relationships;

• An interest in business development and growing your professional profile;

• A positive, team-focused attitude and a desire to build a long-term career in regional Queensland.

What We Offer

Career Progression: This is an opportunity to take the next step in your career and play a meaningful role in the growth of our commercial litigation practice.

Practice Growth: We will support you to develop your client relationships, build your profile and grow your practice within an established and respected regional firm.

Quality Work: You will work on a diverse range of interesting and meaningful litigation matters for clients across rural and regional Queensland.

Competitive Remuneration: We offer attractive remuneration packages that recognise your experience, expertise and contribution.

Flexibility: We put work-life balance into action and offer genuine flexibility to accommodate your needs.

Supportive Team Environment: Join a collaborative team where your contribution is recognised, your ideas are valued and your career goals are supported.

Benefits: Enjoy perks such as car parking, birthday leave and more.

How to Apply

If you are ready to grow your practice, progress your career and experience the difference at Keir Steele Waldon Lawyers, we invite you to apply today.

Send your covering letter and resume to our General Manager, Matthew Colleton – *********@kswlawyers.com.au or reach out on 4722 0220 for a confidential chat.