Law Staff is partnering with the National Board of a high-performing firm to execute its Brisbane growth strategy. The practice is recognised for technical excellence across key disciplines and a premium client roster spanning blue-chip corporates, mid-caps, and major State and Commonwealth agencies.
Partners and lawyers are known for commercial acumen, crisp communication, and running complex transactions to tight timelines. In Queensland the firm has an established $50m+ fee base and is now deepening 5 of 14 verticals as part of a targeted expansion.

The Opportunity

We’re seeking a Lateral Partner (or an exceptional Senior Counsel ready for elevation) in:

Resources (Energy & Resources)

• Project development and financing
• Complex agreements: exploration, production, operating/management, infrastructure, commodity sale & marketing
• Joint ventures, acquisitions and divestments
• Corporate advisory

Renewable Energy

• Development, financing and property elements of wind, pumped hydro, solar, battery storage
• Due diligence; options to lease/ground leases/leases; options to purchase; financier deeds; management to financial close
• Contracts of sale for pipeline and ancillary infrastructure; pipeline tenure and statutory rights
• Procurement negotiation and general corporate advisory

You’ll manage and grow key client relationships while mentoring a high-performing team.

About You

• Established profile in Energy & Resources and/or Renewables (mid or top-tier background ideal)
• Confidence to transition and retain client relationships
• Leadership capability with a collaborative, commercial approach

Culture, Flexibility & Earnings

Unlike many national practices, this firm genuinely supports work–life balance with options for reduced hours and hybrid (office + remote) arrangements.

Remuneration reflects your practice profile and portable relationships:

• Salaried Partner: $350k–$550k+
• Mid-point Equity Partner: $1.2m+
• 100-point Equity Partners: $4m+ (based on Control Fees)

Why Engage Law Staff

In a market where firms are recalibrating for sustainable profitability, we’ve spent 38 years guiding discreet partner and team moves to specialist, mid, and top-tier platforms. We provide critical intelligence on:

• Individual profitability and partner returns
• Partnership structures, equity distribution, and performance expectations
• Strategic growth plans and cross-practice fit
• Cultural nuances (because no firm is perfect)
  We also help craft concise, high-impact business plans and advise on timing to protect your commercial interests. Nothing is shared beyond us until you explicitly instruct us to proceed. Partner referees available on request.

Next Steps (Strictly Confidential)

Let’s talk in a relaxed, confidential setting; lounge room chat, FaceTime, or Zoom, so you can explore the move on your terms.

Contact:

Craig Ashton-Sward (Director & Senior Client Advisor)
Email: [email protected] | Mobile: 0413 743 838 (8:00am–8:00pm, 7 days). Quote REF: ERP091025

Law Staff | Level 4, 260 Queen Street | Brisbane