Commercial Litigation & Insolvency Lawyer (3-8 years PQE) - Gold Coast

_{21st July, 2026}

Take ownership of quality matters, strengthen your technical capability and build a clear pathway towards senior practice.
 
Optio6 Talent Partners has partnered with a highly regarded, multi-award-winning Gold Coast law firm to appoint a Commercial Litigation and Insolvency Lawyer.
 
This opportunity is suited to an ambitious lawyer who is ready to take greater ownership of matters while continuing to learn from experienced senior practitioners.
 
The firm
Our client is an established, full-service commercial law firm with a strong reputation across the Gold Coast and nationally.
 
The firm provides the resources and quality of a larger practice while maintaining the accessibility, relationships and personalised service of a boutique firm.
 
You will join a collaborative litigation team where lawyers work closely together, share knowledge and are supported to develop. You will receive direct mentoring from experienced, award-winning senior lawyers, including an Accredited Specialist in Litigation.
 
The firm operates from newly built, contemporary premises in a central Gold Coast location, only minutes from the beach.
 
The opportunity
You will work across a varied portfolio of commercial litigation, dispute resolution and insolvency matters for a broad range of quality clients.
 
With the support of senior lawyers and Partners, you will be encouraged to take meaningful ownership of your matters and continue building your technical, commercial and client management capability.
 
Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing commercial litigation, dispute resolution and insolvency matters with increasing autonomy
• Advising clients on risk, strategy and commercially practical resolution options
• Drafting pleadings, court documents, advices, affidavits and correspondence
• Appearing in courts and tribunals
• Representing clients at mediations, settlement conferences and negotiations
• Working with Counsel, experts and other external stakeholders
• Negotiating commercial outcomes that align with each client's objectives
• Managing client expectations, deadlines and competing priorities
• Contributing to the collective success of the litigation and insolvency team
• Building trusted relationships with clients and referral partners

About you
 
You will ideally bring:

• 3 to 8 yrs' post-admission experience
• Demonstrated experience in commercial litigation, dispute resolution or insolvency
• Current Queensland legal experience and knowledge of relevant court processes
• The ability to manage files autonomously, with Partner support available when required
• Strong drafting, negotiation, advocacy and analytical skills
• Commercial awareness and an understanding of the realities facing business clients
• Confidence communicating with clients, Counsel and other parties
• Sound judgement, attention to detail and a solutions-focused approach
• The ability to manage multiple matters and meet critical deadlines
• A positive, collaborative attitude and genuine interest in professional development

You do not need to have done everything. If you have a strong commercial litigation foundation and want to deepen your insolvency experience, the firm is open to considering your application.
 
What the firm offers

• Direct mentoring from senior, award-winning litigation lawyers
• Access to an Accredited Specialist in Litigation
• High-quality commercial disputes and insolvency matters
• Greater responsibility and meaningful exposure to clients
• A collaborative, friendly and professional working environment
• Newly built, premium premises in a central Gold Coast location
• Genuine career development and progression opportunities
• Remuneration tailored to your experience, capability and contribution
• Flexibility considered around individual circumstances and practice needs

The firm's lawyers primarily work from the office because of the collaboration, mentoring and connection this provides. However, flexibility is available where needed and is considered individually.
 
The billable expectation is 5.5 hours per day.
 
Ready to explore what is next?
You do not need to be actively applying for roles. If you are curious about whether this opportunity could support your next stage of development, Optio6 Talent Partners would welcome a confidential conversation.
 
All discussions and applications will be handled discreetly. Your details will not be provided to the firm without your knowledge and consent.
 
Apply now or contact Marie Holloway at Optio6 Talent Partners for a confidential discussion.
marie@optio6talentpartners.com.au or 0423 583 102