Job Description

Our client, a leading national law firm, is seeking a Senior Associate to join its highly regarded Insurance practice in Sydney, specialising in Historical Abuse Claims.

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This is an outstanding chance to join a market-leading team advising insurers, government bodies, religious organisations, and educational institutions on complex and highly sensitive personal injury claims. Working within a nationally recognised practice, you'll manage sophisticated litigation, build trusted client relationships, and play a key role in mentoring junior lawyers while contributing to the continued growth of the team.

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The role offers:

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Exposure to complex historical abuse and sensitive personal injury claims.
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Opportunities to advise leading insurers, government agencies, and institutional clients.
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Significant client responsibility and autonomy from day one.
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A genuine leadership opportunity, including mentoring junior lawyers and helping develop the practice.
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Flexible working arrangements and explicit pathways for long-term career progression.
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The Role

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Manage a portfolio of complex historical abuse and sensitive personal injury claims.
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Advise clients on liability, quantum, litigation strategy, and dispute resolution.
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Conduct detailed analysis of complex factual and evidentiary issues.
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Prepare pleadings, submissions, witness evidence, and strategic legal advice.
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Represent clients throughout litigation, mediation, and settlement negotiations while briefing and instructing Counsel where required.
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Develop and maintain strong relationships with insurers, government clients, and institutional stakeholders.
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Mentor junior lawyers and contribute to the continued growth and success of the practice.
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Ideal Candidate

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5+ years' post-admission experience in defendant insurance litigation or personal injury law.
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Demonstrated experience managing historical abuse or other sensitive personal injury claims.
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Strong knowledge of civil litigation procedure and dispute resolution.
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Excellent analytical, drafting, and advocacy skills.
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Proven ability to manage complex matters autonomously while delivering commercially focused legal advice.
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Robust leadership, mentoring, and client relationship management skills.
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A collaborative approach and commitment to delivering exceptional client outcomes.
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📌 Senior Lawyer Sensitive Claims & Insurance Litigation Top Tier Opportunity New South Wales
🏢 Montgomery Advisory
📍 New South Wales