Nicholson Ryan Lawyers is a boutique law firm based in the heart of Melbourne's CBD, delivering premium legal services across all areas of commercial and corporate law. We work with a diverse range of clients, including ASX-listed corporates and high-net-worth individuals. Our principals are recognised for their expertise in corporate, commercial, and dispute resolution matters, and we pride ourselves on a highly personalised approach, building long-term relationships with our clients.

We are seeking a talented and driven Commercial Litigation Lawyer to join our growing team.

In this full-time position, you’ll play a key role in managing a variety of commercial litigation matters and providing strategic legal advice on complex commercial issues and contracts. The role offers strong autonomy and the opportunity to work closely with our principals and clients.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage a broad portfolio of commercial litigation matters from start to finish

Draft letters, pleadings and other court documents

Provide tailored legal advice

Represent clients in various dispute resolution forums

Work closely with clients to provide commercially sound, strategic solutions

What We’re Looking For:

Minimum 4 years post-admission experience (PAE) in commercial litigation

Solid grounding in commercial contracts and dispute resolution

Excellent legal drafting and analytical skills

Strong verbal and written communication, with client-facing confidence

Proven ability to manage matters autonomously and as part of a team

A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with attention to detail