As we continue to grow, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented lawyer (3-6 PQE) to join our highly regarded litigation team within Spruson & Ferguson Lawyers. Location in Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane, where our offices are located, is preferable.
You will assist on all aspects of IP litigation, working closely with our Principals on a range of patent, trade mark, copyright, design and confidential information matters, and contributing to all aspects of handling the dispute. This includes:
- preparing infringement and validity advice and assisting with developing appropriate strategy
- preparing Court documents and correspondence
- liaising with clients and counsel
- working with expert witnesses to prepare evidence for litigation and oppositions.
Skills & experience
- Strong written and oral language skills.
- Initiative and independent thinking.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team.
- A current practising certificate.
- Preferably at least 3 years’ experience with a commercial law firm. Experience in IP law and litigation is advantageous.
- Law degree with strong academic performance.
- Admitted to practice in relevant State and in the Federal Court.
What we offer
Spruson & Ferguson is committed to promoting and maintaining a collaborative environment and workplace culture of shared respect where all team members contribute to the success of the firm and are recognised for their unique contributions.
Our legal practice is a tight knit team which prides itself on a combination of legal excellence and client service in a supportive environment where we encourage all team members to grow and progress to their potential, supported by the learning and development opportunities available through our membership of the broader IPH network.
Spruson & Ferguson offers a wide range of other benefits aimed at supporting our employee’s ongoing development, including but not limited to:
- flexible work environment with hybrid work options
- equitable salary packaging
- parental leave for all genders
- health and well-being programs.
About Spruson & Ferguson
Spruson & Ferguson is one of the largest specialist intellectual property (IP) service firms operating across the Asia-Pacific region from 10 offices, providing a variety of services in the protection, commercialisation, enforcement and management of IP.
Operating from offices in Bangkok, Beijing, Brisbane, Hong Kong, Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, Manila, Melbourne, Singapore and Sydney, our multidisciplinary team of more than 480 people includes some of the most highly regarded IP professionals in the region.
Assisting a diverse client base of Fortune Global 500 companies, SMEs, public sector research organisations, foreign associates and local clients, we are proud to be recognised through peer supported local, regional and global industry awards.
Spruson & Ferguson is a subsidiary of IPH Limited, the first IP services group to list on the ASX.
How to apply
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and individuals from diverse backgrounds. We remain committed to providing reasonable and fair adjustments to provide a positive, barrier free, transparent recruitment process and supportive workplace.
If this role sounds like a great fit, apply now with your updated resume and cover letter introducing yourself and why this role is right for you. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly.