Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:Senior Associate | Insurance and DisputesLocation: PerthContract Type: PermanentMinterEllison is one of Australia's largest independent law and consulting firms.
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You will have the prospect to engage with AI tools we've built, and other external AI tools, to enhance efficiencies and excellence internally and with our clients.Join one of Australia's leading insurance litigation practices.An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced lawyer to join our Perth Dispute Resolution and Insurance team and work closely withMelissa Joyce , a nationally recognised leader in insurance law.You will join a high-performing and collaborative team that advises a diverse and established client base, including State Government; public liability,



workers' compensation and professional indemnity insurers; ASX-listed and multinational resource companies; self-insured organisations; and not-for-profit entities.Our practice acts across a broad range of insurance and liability disputes including public and product liability, sensitive claims, workers' compensation, professional indemnity, employment practices liability, discrimination claims, defamation matters and other complex insured disputes.While experience advising insurers on policy coverage is advantageous, we also value the strong technical and litigation skills that can be gained within plaintiff-focused practices.The RoleWorking alongside experienced practitioners, you will:Manage a varied portfolio of insurance and liability disputesAdvise clients on complex liability and indemnity issuesPrepare and run litigation matters through courts and tribunalsDevelop and maintain robust relationships with clients, brokers, insurers and industry expertsContribute to the continued growth and success of a nationally recognised insurance practiceAbout youWe're looking for a commercially minded lawyer who brings:5+ years' PQE with strong technical experience in liability claimsExposure to workers' compensation, professional indemnity, property and business interruption, and/or employment practices liability matters (desirable but not essential)An understanding of insurance reserving principles and claims management practicesStrong knowledge of the Civil Liability Act, Limitation Act and relevant tort and contract law principlesExperience with District Court and Supreme Court, including preparing submissions and managing interlocutory disputesThe ability to communicate complex legal issues clearly and pragmatically to clientsExceptional attention to detail, sound judgment and strong technical drafting skillsA client-focused approach, with a proven ability to build trusted and enduring relationshipsA collaborative mindset and genuine commitment to team successPride in delivering high-quality work and contributing to a positive team culture
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📌 Senior Associate | Insurance And Disputes (Tasmania)
🏢 Minter Ellison
📍 Tasmania