Carroll & O'Dea Lawyers is a mid-tier law firm providing legal services for clients in the areas of Compensation, Personal Services, Community & Associations and Business. We specialise in litigation, advisory and transaction work across a broad range of areas of practice.

We promote workplace flexibility and diversity and provide our people with opportunities to develop their careers for the longer-term through ongoing learning, development and support from the firm.

Opportunity Awaits

We are in search of a proactive and motivated lawyer to join our dynamic Personal Injury law team. Located in our Melbourne CBD office, you will collaborate closely with Special Counsel, engaging in a mix of plaintiff personal injury and defendant litigation matters across multiple jurisdictions.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate autonomy and initiative, possess familiarity with standard processes in personal injury/historical abuse claims and exhibit a desire to forge and advance their career within our esteemed Firm.

Key Responsibilities
Direct liaison with clients, providing accurate and timely advice
Preparation of Court documents/orders and general correspondence
Management of high-volume files and matters with occasional supervision
Attendance at court, dispute resolution, and settlements




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Successful candidates will have
A valid VIC Practising Certificate
Up to three (3) years' experience in roles such as Clerk/Paralegal or Lawyer in Personal Injury/Litigation Law (essential)
A demonstrated understanding of personal injury matters and processes (preferred)
The ability to maintain client confidentiality and handle matters with sensitivity
Strong negotiation, mediation and advocacy skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Robust client relationship and business development skills
Demonstrated ability to prioritise work and manage competing deadlines

In this role, you will relish extensive client exposure, advantage from a vibrant, highly collaborative, and friendly workplace culture, coupled with versatile work arrangements, and a genuine work-life balance.

We require successful applicants to provide a satisfactory police clearance prior to commencing employment.

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 Defendant Historical Abuse Melbourne
🏢 Carroll & O'Dea Lawyers
📍 Melbourne