Job Description
Lawyer – Institutional Abuse & Personal Injury
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6d ago , from Illawarra Mercury Job Board
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Carroll & O'Dea Lawyers is a well-established Australian mid-tier law firm with offices across Sydney, Parramatta, Campbelltown, Wollongong, Newcastle, Raymond Terrace, Hobart and Melbourne.
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We provide comprehensive legal services across property, commercial, litigation and dispute resolution, employment & industrial relations, and plaintiff personal injury law. Our clients include corporations, government, not-for-profit organisations, SMEs and individuals.
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At our core, we are a values-led firm. We are committed to delivering high-quality legal advice with integrity, while fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace. We invest in our people, encouraging growth, recognising contribution, and providing opportunities to build meaningful and rewarding careers.
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The Opportunity:
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We are seeking a Lawyer to join our respected Plaintiff Personal Injury team in our Sydney CBD office. This is an excellent opportunity for a practitioner who is passionate about advancing the rights of vulnerable clients and achieving meaningful outcomes for survivors of abuse.
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Approximately 60% of this role will involve acting for clients in institutional abuse matters, with the remainder focusing on a range of personal injury matters. You will work closely with highly experienced practitioners on complex, sensitive and rewarding cases, while developing your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.
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Key responsibilities will include:
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Direct liaison with clients and providing accurate and timely advice
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Preparing Court documents/orders and general correspondence
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Managing high volume files and matters with occasional supervision
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Attending court,



dispute resolution and settlements
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Legal research
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Successful candidates will have:
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A valid NSW Practising Certificate
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A minimum of 2–5 years PQE, ideally with experience in plaintiff personal injury and institutional abuse.
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An understanding of the legislative and procedural framework relating to abuse and personal injury claims
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Exceptional client care skills, with the ability to engage empathetically and sensitively with clients
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Strong negotiation, mediation and advocacy skills
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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Solid client relationship and business development skills
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The ability to manage competing priorities and work autonomously while contributing positively to a team environment
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Who You Are:
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You are a compassionate and motivated lawyer with a strong commitment to achieving justice for clients. You build trusted client relationships, manage matters confidently, and advocate with professionalism, empathy and integrity. Most importantly, you are passionate about making a meaningful difference through your work.
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A blend of working in the office & remotely
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Annual Christmas gift
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Employee Assistance program
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IT equipment provided to our people to work remotely
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Annual COD Health dollars towards your health & wellbeing
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Social gatherings and sporting groups
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Internal learning and development program
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Annual practising certificate paid for
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We require successful applicants to provide a satisfactory police clearance prior to commencing employment.
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We actively encourage and welcome candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, candidates with a disability, members of the LGBTIQA+ community and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply.
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📌 Lawyer - Institutional Abuse & Personal Injury (New South Wales)
🏢 Carroll & O'Dea Lawyers
📍 New South Wales