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 AwaitsWe are in search of a proactive and motivated lawyer to join our agile 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 ResponsibilitiesDirect liaison with clients, providing accurate and timely advicePreparation of Court documents/orders and general correspondenceManagement of high-volume files and matters with occasional supervisionAttendance at court, dispute resolution,



and settlementsLegal researchSuccessful candidates will haveA valid VIC Practising CertificateUp 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 sensitivityStrong negotiation, mediation and advocacy skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong client relationship and business development skillsDemonstrated ability to prioritise work and manage competing deadlinesIn this role, you will relish extensive client exposure, benefit from a vibrant, highly collaborative, and friendly workplace culture, coupled with flexible 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