Commercial Litigation Associate

Join a Leading Victorian Law FirmPentana Stanton Lawyers is a growing Victorian law firm recognised for delivering strategic legal advice across complex commercial disputes and high-value litigation. With offices in Melbourne CBD and Dandenong, we have built a reputation for technical excellence, exceptional client service and achieving outstanding outcomes.As our Commercial Litigation practice continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced Associate to join our team and work alongside experienced Principals on a broad range of sophisticated commercial disputes.About the RoleYou will manage a diverse portfolio of commercial matters while working closely with senior practitioners on complex litigation, including:Shareholder, director and partnership disputes.Contractual disputes and commercial litigation.Debt recovery and insolvency matters.Professional negligence claims.Defamation and reputational disputes.Commercial leasing and property disputes.Corporate and business advisory matters.General dispute resolution, mediation and court proceedings.This role offers exposure to high-quality litigation, direct client contact and genuine opportunities to develop your practice within a collaborative and supportive team.About YouYou will be a motivated practitioner who enjoys solving complex legal problems and building strong client relationships.Ideally, you will possess:A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD).An unrestricted Victorian Practicing Certificate.Admission to the Supreme Court of Victoria and the High Court of Australia.A minimum of four years' post-admission experience in commercial law or commercial litigation.Strong drafting, negotiation and advocacy skills.Excellent communication and client relationship management abilities.The ability to manage files independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.Why Pentana Stanton Lawyers?We believe talented lawyers perform at their best when they are trusted, challenged and supported.We offer:Competitive salary package of $130,000 – $160,000, negotiable based on experience.Performance-based bonus opportunities.Flexible full-time or part-time arrangements.Modern offices in Melbourne CBD and Dandenong.High-quality commercial litigation and advisory work.A collaborative and supportive team culture.Genuine career progression within a growing and ambitious firm.Ongoing professional development and mentoring from experienced Principals.Apply NowIf you are looking to build your career within a firm known for sophisticated commercial litigation and outstanding client outcomes, we would love to hear from you.Applications close 26 August 2026.For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Nick Tesch 03 9002 2800 nick.t@pstanton.com.au.