We are seeking a motivated Civil Litigation Lawyer, ideally with 2years PAE, to play a key role in supporting our Senior Associate within the firm’s growing civil practice. This role is ideal for a lawyer looking to further develop their civil litigation practice in intentional torts, police accountability matters, negligence claims and matters intersecting with criminal proceedings, while taking on greater responsibility and autonomy. About us Hugo Law Group is a market leader and national firm with offices in Sydney, Canberra and Perth, recognised for delivering the highest quality of service to clients across Australia. As our civil practice grows you will be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to helping clients who have been wronged and ensuring accountability where it matters most. Our culture is collaborative, ambitious and people focussed. We prioritise mentoring, professional development and arming our lawyers with the skills they need to succeed. At Hugo Law Group you will work alongside talented practitioners and have access to meaningful training and competitive employee benefits. About the Role Working closely with our Senior Associate, you will play an active role in the carriage and progression of complex civil litigation matters delivering high-quality, representation in cases involving unlawful arrest, police misconduct, misuse of police powers, assault, battery, false imprisonment, malicious prosecution, and other civil claims, especially those that intersect with criminal proceedings. Your practice will span multiple jurisdictions including NSW, the ACT and WA. You will also collaborate with our criminal defence team to identify and advance civil claims arising from their matters. Day to day you will: Manage and assist with intentional tort and civil claims from intake through to resolution. Prepare high-quality written material including statements of claims, pleadings, submissions and briefs. Appear at directions hearings, mediations, interlocutory applications and settlement conferences. Brief counsel for defended hearings and trials. Conduct legal research, assist in developing litigation strategy and provide advice to clients and internal stakeholders. Collaborate with our criminal defence team to identify and support civil claims that arise from ongoing criminal matters. Maintain organised file management and contribute to internal systems and processes. About you We are looking for a capable and motivated litigation lawyer who is confident managing aspects of civil litigation matters and keen to continue developing their advocacy and litigation skills, particularly in intentional tort claims and police accountability matters. You will bring: 2 years PAE , with solid exposure to civil litigation or intentional tort claims. Experience managing files or significant aspects of litigation matters with supervision. Confidence appearing in procedural and interlocutory hearings. Experience briefing counsel in defended hearings/trials. Strong drafting and client management skills. An interest in police accountability and plaintiff-side advocacy. The ability to work with a degree of autonomy while collaborating closely within a team. The role will be based out of our Canberra office however for the appropriate candidate can be based out of our Sydney office. What we Offer A competitive salary package that grows with your experience, plus mobile phone, CPD training, membership fees and practice certificate costs. The opportunity to work on complex and high impact civil litigation matters with meaningful responsibility and client exposure from an early stage. Exposure to high impact civil work cross multiple jurisdictions, including opportunities to collaborate with highly regarding solicitors and barristers in Sydney, Canberra and Perth. Structured professional development, including annual firm wide advocacy and skills training. Ongoing mentoring, supervision and genuine support for your long term career progression. A dynamic, close knit and energised workplace where you contribution is recognised and valued. How to apply Send your CV and a short cover letter to hugolawgroup.com.au. Please note applications must be submitted via email and will not be considered through SEEK’s apply button. Applications close at 5pm on Monday, 8 June 2026, however we reserve the right to close applications earlier if the right candidate is found. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
