Senior Associate - Commercial Litigation and Insolvency
- Join a high performing team in commercial litigation and insolvency matters.
- Advise government organisations and large corporate clients on disputes and restructuring.
- Participate in business development and client relationship activities.
Practice information
Our restructuring and insolvency team acts for government organisations, including the Australian Taxation Office, large corporate clients, major Australian Banks and Financiers, listed and unlisted companies, and insolvency accounting firms. Our team acts in commercial litigation matters in all Courts and provides advice on all forms of insolvency and restructuring including liquidations, receiverships, voluntary administrations, securities enforcement and receiverships.
About the role
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high performing team in a firm who regularly act in large commercial disputes and Australian insolvency/restructuring matters.
Working in a team of legal professionals, the successful incumbent will have significant exposure to a broad range of commercial litigation, receiverships, securities enforcement, liquidations, voluntary administrations, restructuring, and banking/loan recovery litigation.
What does the role involve?
- Advising government organisations and large corporate clients with a focus on general commercial disputes and insolvency/restructuring matters
- Acting for major Australian banks and accountants advising on loan recovery, securities enforcement, receiverships, corporate restructuring, liquidations, voluntary administrations and bankruptcies
- Acting for clients in a range of different industries including technology, agribusiness, manufacturing, distribution and retail, financial services, health, education, private equity, mining and not for profit sectors
- Attending court when required for client matter appearances
- Participating in business development and client relationship activities
- Interacting with clients and liaising with colleagues in other offices and practice areas around the globe
About you
We value our culture at K&L Gates and are proud of our friendly and respectful reputation. We are looking for a likeminded individual who in addition to possessing technical excellence is able to work collaborative in a team to get things done.
You will ideally have 5+ years PQE and prior experience working in a similar size firm in Insolvency and General Litigation. You should be proactive in your approach and possess strong problem-solving skills. A high level of client service is expected as are excellent organisation, written and oral communication skills.
The extras
K&L Gates promotes equal opportunities for all employees to progress in their careers.
Initiatives include:
- Structured mentoring program
- Professional development programs
- Strategic planning program for business development
- Momentum Program for employees who are taking a period of parental leave and wish to stay on career track
- 26 weeks paid parental leave
- Flexible working options
- Salary continuance insurance
- Volunteering opportunities
- Health and well-being programs - including gym subsidies
- Social events - social club and sporting teams
About Us
K&L Gates is a fully integrated global law firm with lawyers located across North America, Europe, Asia, Australia and the Middle East. In Australia, we have offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth, providing clients with deep local market knowledge supported by the resources and reach of a global platform.
At K&L Gates, collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Our lawyers work seamlessly across practices, offices and jurisdictions to deliver innovative and practical solutions for clients. We foster an inclusive, high-performing culture where individuals are empowered to grow their careers while contributing to meaningful work for leading organisations across Australia and around the world.
Do you like what you see?
Please apply via our Careers page at www.klgates.com. You can also visit our website to learn more about K&L Gates.
For more information, please contact Tania Brierley, Recruitment Consultant at tania.brierley@klgates.com
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