Lawyer : Property Litigation

Naiman Clarke
Melbourne, VICFull time

$120k – $170k

Listed 26 Sep 2026

Job Description

 What’s in it for you?

  • Varied leasing work: Take on commercial, retail and industrial leasing disputes.
  • Courtroom exposure: Work on urgent applications and enforcement proceedings.
  • Broad disputes mix: Build on your commercial litigation skills through property development, franchising and insolvency-related matters.
  • Commercial problem-solving: Interpret contracts and retail leasing legislation while working towards practical dispute outcomes.
  • Scope to step up: Manage matters, engage with clients and support junior lawyers.

About the role:

  • Handle lease breaches, termination, refurbishment, demolition, relocation, make good, abandonment and landlord remedies.
  • A mix of litigated matters, urgent applications and alternative dispute resolution.
  • Work on development, land sale, misrepresentation and unconscionable conduct claims.
  • Prepare urgent applications, including relief against forfeiture, statutory notices and enforcement action.
  • Advise on retail leasing law, contract interpretation, franchising, bankruptcy and winding-up disputes.
  • Draft pleadings and evidence; progress litigation, mediations and conciliations.

The ideal candidate:

  • 3+ years’ post-admission experience in commercial litigation, disputes or property litigation.
  • Experience running a varied disputes caseload; exposure to property or leasing matters is particularly welcome.
  • Confidence appearing in court, with strong drafting, legal research and analytical skills.
  • Excellent organisation, attention to detail and the ability to balance competing deadlines.
  • A commercial, client-focused approach, clear communication skills and a collaborative attitude towards junior colleagues.

If this role does not align with your experience or career goals, please contact us to discuss other suitable opportunities.

Why work with us?

  • We have access to 50% more roles than are publicly available.
  • You will receive free CV advice and interview preparation tailored to the role.
  • We provide market insights on team culture, salary expectations and career progression.
  • Naiman Clarke has over 25 years of experience recruiting exclusively within the legal sector.

Contact Amy Brown today!

  • Please quote reference number AB/59739.
  • Email: abrown@naimanclarke.com.au
  • Alternatively, click apply and email your resume in Word format.

To view all current roles, visit the Naiman Clarke careers page.