In-Demand Principal solicitor, litigation and dispute resolution Jobs in Melbourne, Vic

Principal Solicitor, Litigation and Dispute Resolution
Victorian Government Solicitor's Office —Melbourne VIC
- $142,790 - $166,938 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Research
- Supervising experience
- Communication skills
2d
Principal Solicitor, Litigation and Dispute Resolution
Department of Justice and Community Safety —Melbourne City Centre VIC
- $142,790 - $166,938 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Research
- Supervising experience
- Communication skills
3d
Senior Solicitor, Litigation and Dispute Resolution
Victorian Government Solicitor's Office —Melbourne VIC
- $116,413 - $140,849 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
8d
Senior Solicitor, Litigation and Dispute Resolution
Department of Justice and Community Safety —Melbourne City Centre VIC
- $116,413 - $140,849 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
8d
Paralegal, Litigation and Dispute Resolution
Department of Justice and Community Safety —Melbourne City Centre VIC
- $62,104 - $79,753 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Administrative experience
- Time management
Paralegal, Litigation and Dispute Resolution
Victorian Government Solicitor's Office —Melbourne VIC
- $62,104 - $79,753 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Administrative experience
- Time management
Senior Dispute Resolution Specialist - Investment and Advice - 24 month fixed term contract
Australian Financial Complaints Authority —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Organisational skills
- AI
- Communication skills
8d
Lawyer – Litigation and Dispute Resolution (2-4 PQE)
KCL Law —Melbourne VIC
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
Senior Dispute Resolution Specialist - Investment and Advice - 24 month fixed term contract
AFCA —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
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8d
Managing Principal Solicitor, Regulation
Department of Health —Melbourne VIC
- $142,790 - $191,084 a year
- Full-time
- Recruiting
- Leadership
3d
Associate/Experienced Lawyer - Dispute Resolution & Litigation (Administrative Law)
Maddocks —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
Managing Principal Solicitor, Legislation
Department of Health —Melbourne VIC
- $142,790 - $191,084 a year
- Full-time
- Recruiting
- Leadership
2d
Litigation and Disputes Specialist
DXC Technology —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- In-person
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
10d
Experienced Paralegal - Dispute Resolution & Litigation (Administrative Law)
Maddocks —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Organisational skills
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
Lawyer, Dispute Resolution & Litigation (Administrative Law)
Maddocks —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
Practitioner Support Officer
Victoria Legal Aid —Melbourne VIC
- $89,029 - $104,924 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Commuter assistance
- Work from home
8d
Senior Legal Counsel/Senior Independent Review Officer
WorkSafe Victoria —Melbourne City Centre VIC
- $168,512 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Administrative experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Communication skills
- Work from home
1d
Senior Legal Counsel/Senior Independent Review Officer
WorkSafe —Melbourne VIC
- $168,512 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Administrative experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Communication skills
- Work from home
1d
Principal Lawyer
Department of Justice and Community Safety —Melbourne VIC
- $142,790 - $191,084 a year
- Full-time
- Supervising experience
3d
Executive Assistant - Dispute Resolution
MinterEllison —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel

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Principal Solicitor, Litigation and Dispute Resolution

Victorian Government Solicitor's Office -
Melbourne VIC

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Job Details

Part-time | Full-time
$142,790 - $166,938 a year
2 days ago

Qualifications

Research
Supervising experience
Communication skills

Full Job Description

Overview

Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time or part-time

Salary: $142,790 - $166,938

Grade: VPS 6

Occupation: Legal

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: VG/VGSO969

The Victorian Government Solicitor's Office (VGSO) values diversity and seeks to attract and retain a diverse workforce with the best people for the role. We welcome applications from people of all ages, disability, ethnicity, family and caring responsibilities, gender, religion, sexual orientation and cultures including people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage. If you require a copy of this advertisement or any attached documentation in an accessible format, such as large print, please email [email protected]

Exposure to interesting legal work and high profile matters
Join a supportive team environment
Hybrid work - enjoy the flexibility of office and remote work
Ongoing | Flexible work options available - opportunity can be full-timeor part-time
VPS 6.1 $142,790 - $166,938 plus superannuation per annum

About the VGSO

The Victorian Government Solicitor's Office (VGSO) serves the rule of law exclusively for the State.

Our place within government ensures we are at the centre of legal change, reform and problem-solving. We operate as a service-driven legal professional practice and strive for excellence in this competitive environment. We role-model the Victorian Public Sector values and VGSO's Our Compass, which guide how we work together in everything we do: Proud of what we do; Value every voice; Learn, grow, thrive; Always evolving; Act with care.

About the branch

The Litigation and Dispute Resolution (LDR) branch comprises of a number of legal teams that provide specialist legal services to a wide range of government clients and departments, tackling matters that are both high profile and of public interest.

The branch is the largest within the VGSO and is led by the Assistant Victorian Government Solicitor (LDR) who is supported by approximately 95 employees, being solicitors and legal support who work within teams.

Our areas of expertise include:

State care, personal injury, and negligence claims (including historical institutional abuse claims involving former minors and young persons in the care of the State)
General civil, police civil, and tortious claims
Coronial investigations including inquests
Supervision order proceedings pursuant to the Crimes (Mental Impairment and Unfitness to be Tried) Act 1997
Supervision order and detention order proceedings pursuant to the Serious Offenders Act 2018
Post-sentence orders pursuant to the Criminal Code Act 1995 (Cth)
Judicial review and statutory interpretation
Contempt of court, defamation, injunctions, and vexatious litigant applications

A strong focus of the LDR branch is providing specialist litigation services in matters involving state care, personal injury, and negligence claims. Our teams primarily handle personal injury claims brought by former wards of the State and other individuals who experienced similar circumstances, including those involving historical institutional abuse.

About the role

An exciting opportunity has become available for a motivated and experienced Principal Solicitor looking for a challenging and rewarding role involving the provision of expert legal services to government clients, the management of complex litigation, and the ability to mentor a team of talented legal professionals.

The LDR branch prioritises professional development across all levels in a safe, supportive learning environment with direct access to senior leadership. Reporting to the Managing Principal Solicitor, your role as a Principal Solicitor will be focussed upon delivering specialist legal advice and representation in state care and personal injury matters. However, you will also have the opportunity to play a pivotal role in managing complex and sensitive litigation across a diverse range of cases.

Your responsibilities will include:

Managing and supervising strategic civil litigation
Independently managing a diverse caseload
Supervising and mentoring junior solicitors and paralegals
Playing a strategic and operational role within the team and the LDR branch

Additionally, you will have the opportunity to support other streams of work within the branch, ensuring a varied and enrichi ng experience.

We welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible work arrangements, including part-time hours.

Skills and experience

Ideal candidate will have 6+ years post-admission experience
Demonstrated experience in conducting complex and sensitive litigation in state courts and tribunals, particularly personal injury/civil litigation, including a sound knowledge of relevant court practices and procedures
Experience providing comprehensive written and oral legal advice which is fit for purpose
Experience acting for government or statutory authorities and/or insurers would be highly regarded
Proven experience supervising files and/or mentoring staff
Good interpersonal communication skills to truly connect with team-members and work together to deliver exceptional results for our clients
Proven ability to effectively manage competing priorities, within a fast-paced dynamic environment
Practical and client focused problem solving and research skills
A strong focus on turnaround time and ability to work under pressure
Criminal law/quasi-criminal law experience will be highly regarded

Why Join Us?

Impactful Work: Engage in cases that make a real difference in the community and involve significant public interest issues.
Professional Growth: Benefit from a supportive environment that encourages continuous learning and development.
Collaborative Team: Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about delivering high-quality legal services.

If you are ready to take on a challenging role and contribute meaningful work for the State, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits

VGSO offers an inclusive, collegiate and collaborative work environment where you will be well-supported and mentored to develop your knowledge. You will also be given excellent career opportunities to progress and develop within the organisation. We are committed to the ongoing learning and development of employees, placing great value on continuous professional development for staff at all levels.

VGSO embraces flexibility and recognises the importance of work-life balance. We offer a flexible hybrid work arrangement, allowing employees to spend half of their time working remotely and the other half in the office. This setup encourages collaboration and strengthens team connections, while supporting your ability to achieve a healthy work-life balance.

How to apply

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, apply now!

Click 'Apply Now' to start your application. Applications must include:

a cover letter (no longer than 2 pages)
resume

Please note it is not a requirement to respond to the Key Selection Criteria separately but applicants should outline their relevant skills/experience and suitability to the role in their cover letter.

To find out more about this role, please view the position description attached. Alternatively, you can contact Kate Miller, Talent Acquisition Business Partner on 0408 353 909 or email [email protected]

Applications close at 11:59pm on Thursday, 2 July 2026

Preferred candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including but not limited to, reference checks, pre-employment misconduct screening and criminal record checks.

Applications close Thursday 2 July 2026 at 11.59pm

Posted

18 June 2026

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