Stephens Lawyers & Consultants is a Melbourne based boutique commercial law practice with expertise in intellectual property, defamation, competition and consumer law, franchising, information technology, privacy and data protection, biotechnology, media, entertainment and the arts, and litigation in these areas of practice. It has an excellent reputation for producing top quality work and has many opportunities to expand and develop its business.
If you are interested in any of the below positions, please submit your CV and academic transcripts to:
Recruitment Officer
Stephens Lawyers & Consultants
PO Box 16010 Collins Street West
VIC 8007
Or by Email: [email protected]
Are you looking for a challenge?
Opportunities now exist to work in our dynamic practice in the following position(s) and areas of practice.
Commercial Litigation Lawyer – 2 years plus PAE
Are you passionate about the law, with excellent research, technical and communication skills?
This position involves working in commercial litigation in the Federal Court, State courts and tribunals – with a focus on intellectual property, consumer law, contractual, technology and privacy law disputes.
You will have direct involvement with cases working closely with directors of the firm and also have client contact. Our clients range from individuals to small and medium businesses and international corporations from diverse sectors- ranging from creative arts and design, film, technology, health services and pharmaceutical and cosmetic industry.
This commercial litigation position is suited to lawyers who have been involved in all aspects of litigation and dispute resolution including drafting of correspondence, court documents, witness statements, discovery and evidence analysis, preparation of briefs to counsel, directions hearings and interlocutory applications, mediations and final hearings. This position will also provide opportunities for lawyers to develop skills in commercial law including risk management and compliance, minimizing risks of disputes and regulatory action.
A science, biomedical or pharmacy degree combined with a law degree will be highly regarded.
Salary based on level of experience with incentive based on KPI achievements.
Seeking Expressions of Interest from Lawyers with their own existing client base
Stephens Lawyers & Consultants is interested in receiving expressions of interest from lawyers who have their own existing client base and would be interested in joining our legal practice. The firm’s practice currently focuses on commercial law and litigation with expertise in intellectual property, defamation, competition and consumer law, franchising, information technology, privacy and data protection, biotechnology, media, entertainment and the arts. Ideally suited to someone who also thrives in an intellectually challenging environment and looking at working in a team environment. Remuneration package negotiable.
Professional Legal Practice Experience Placements
The firm is pleased to receive applications from eligible students who also have a Chemistry, Pharmacology or Bio-Science Degree (in addition to Law) and are wishing to complete a placement with our firm as part of their approved University course (Law Faculty) or College of Law study requirements.
Eligible students who are genuinely interested in commercial and intellectual property law and have studied IP law are invited to send in their CV and academic transcripts together with an indication of their availability.