Due to growth of our Brisbane Toxic Torts team, a rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Junior Lawyer (1-3 years’ PQE).

Salary range: between $100,000 to $120,000 (incl. super)

About Us

Mills Oakley is a leading national law firm with a proud history spanning over 160 years. In that time, we’ve grown into a Top 5 Australian law firm by size while remaining true to our shared vision of exceptional client service with a friendly and collaborative ethos. Mutual trust and respect are at the heart of everything we do.

The Role

Due to growth of our Brisbane Toxic Torts team, a rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Junior Lawyer (1-3 years’ PQE) to support a highly regarded Partner, Mark Victorsen. In this role you will be working on a range matters involving dust diseases litigation for a number of our national and international clients.

Your key responsibilities will include:

- Manage a varied caseload of dust disease claims under supervision
- Forensic, factual and liability research, evidentiary and liability analyses, drafting of pleadings and strategic advice
- Assess exposure histories and interrogate causation issues using expert evidence




- Prepare briefs to counsel and liaise with experts
- Assist with mediations, contribution, negotiations, multi-party litigation strategy and Court appearances.

Who We Are Looking For

- Between 1-3 years’ PQE in insurance litigation, personal injury defence or commercial disputes
- Strong analytical skills and confidence working with technical medical evidence
- Excellent drafting and attention to detail
- Commercial mindset with the ability to balance legal and insurer objectives
- Professionalism and maturity when dealing with sensitive claimant circumstances

What We Offer

We take a collaborative approach to your learning & development, giving you the personal attention and unique opportunities required to help you realise your full potential. We are committed to your health and well-being and offer a multitude of employee perks including:

- Flexible working;
- Dress for your day;
- Discounted health insurance;
- Employee Assistance Program;
- Discounts to gyms and studios across Australia;
- Competitive referral bonus; and
- Other amazing perks!

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📌 Toxic Torts - Lawyer (Queensland)
🏢 Mills Oakley
📍 Queensland