Litigation and Dispute Resolution | Melbourne Metropolitan
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K&LGates;' complex commercial litigation and disputes practice hastremendous capabilities and is well-equipped to take on the mostcomplex and difficult engagements anywhere, anytime around theglobe.
Our dispute resolution lawyers are recognised as beingsome of the foremost practitioners in their field with ourAustralian
practice recognised in Legal 500 and BestLawyers.
We areseeking an experienced lawyer at a second year to senior associatelevel to join our Insurance Litigation team in Melbourne on afull-time basis.
This role will see you work alongside ahighly collaborative and supportive team.
The practicefocuses on –
publicliability, and other personal injury / property claims where weact for government departments, public hospitals, publicauthorities, government contractors and community serviceorganisations.
actingfor self-insured WorkCover clients.
Aboutthe role
This rolepresents a fantastic opportunity to join an industry leading teamof lawyers where you will provide exceptional legal advice toclients, conduct defence as required, assist the senior lawyers andappear in court.
Subject toyour experience, you will have autonomy to take ownership of theday to day running of files with supervision and mentoring fromsenior members of the team.
You will also be encouraged to beinvolved in firm activities and committees.
Aboutyou
We value ourculture at K&L; Gates and are proud of our friendly andrespectful reputation.
Our InsuranceLitigation team are passionate about what they do and genuinelyenjoy working with one another.
Our lawyers are highlyskilled, and we are looking for a likeminded individual who, inaddition to possessing technical excellence, embodies the spirit ofcollaboration.
To besuccessful in this role you will have experience which focuses onlitigation, working in private practice on matters relating topersonal injury, general liability and WorkCover.
You arehardworking, dedicated and possess a high level of integrity whendealing with clients and colleagues.
A high level of client serviceis expected as are excellent organisation, written and oralcommunication skills.
Theextras
K&L; Gatespromotes equal opportunities for all employees to progress in theircareers.
Structured mentoringprogram
Strategic planningprogram for business development
MomentumProgram for women and men who are taking a period of parentalleave and wish to stay on career track
26 weekspaid parental leave
Flexibleworking options
Salarycontinuance insurance
AboutUs
The firm'sAustralian operations provide vast knowledge of the Australianlegal marketplace across a wide spectrum of industries.
Withlawyers located in four established offices in Australia's leadingfinancial and commercial centres and possessing substantialexperience.
At the heartof our ethos is an inclusive and team-oriented environment thatspans our fully integrated global platform.
This approach enablesus to diligently merge the vast knowledge and expertise of ourlawyers and policy professionals, creating interdisciplinary teamsthat deliver truly exceptional client solutions.
In ourpursuit of excellence, we go beyond conventional boundaries,marryingactionwithvision,successwithdedication,methodwithpassion,andinnovation with creativity.
This holisticapproach is not just a strategy; it's our commitment to providingan unparalleled client experience.We understand that thelegal journey is not merely about navigating through challenges;it's about crafting solutions that transcend expectations.
Thiscommitment to excellence and innovation culminates in what weproudly call,
"The K&L; GatesExperience."
It represents more than a service; it'sa testament to our dedication to redefining standards and shapingthe future of the legal industry.
Referrals fromagencies are not accepted at this time.
K&LGates; is an equal opportunity employer and promotes the safety,wellbeing and inclusion of those with a disability.
We welcomeapplications from people who have an indigenous and/or culturallyand linguistically diverse background.
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