Lawyer - Personal Injury

Job title : Lawyer - Personal Injury
Location : Victoria
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Job reference : 1477267
Our Client
Our client is a leading personal injury law firm in Melbourne with over 50 years of experience. The firm prides itself on being a down-to-earth, friendly, and progressive legal entity dedicated to achieving exceptional results for its clients. Significant growth has been witnessed over the past few years, and they are looking for a Lawyer to join their team based in either of the firms southeastern offices.
  
About the role:
This opportunity is for a Lawyer to join the team working with clients in relation to a variety of Personal Injury matters (eg. WorkCover, TAC, Public Liability). Some of the responsibilities may include assisting with:
  • Interviewing clients and taking instructions;
  • Providing/drafting of advice;
  • Managing claims/files;
  • Drafting of documentation (eg. applications, orders, affidavits; disclosure/discovery);
  • Attending mediations/negotiations; conciliations conferences as required;
  • Liaising with clients, lawyers, insurers, doctors, investigators, financial advisors etc.
About you:
Some of the skills and experience you need to help you succeed in this role are:
  • Previous experience/exposure to TAC, WorkCover, Public Liability matters.
  • 1-5 years post admission.
  • Proven ability to work in a high paced environment.
  • Client focused, have strong drive & enthusiasm, together with a positive 'can do' attitude and ambition to succeed. 
  • Able to work/travel to the offices within the Southeastern suburbs.
For a confidential discussion please contact Penelope at pgerrard@sharpandcarter.com.au.