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K&L; Gates' complex commercial litigation and disputes practice has tremendous capabilities and is well-equipped to take on the most complex and difficult engagements anywhere, anytime around the globe. Our dispute resolution lawyers are recognised as being some of the foremost practitioners in their field with our Australian practice recognised in Legal 500 and Best Lawyers.
We are seeking experienced lawyers (first year to eight years PQE) to join our Insurance Litigation team in Melbourne on a full-time basis. This role will see you work alongside highly regarded partners Peter McGrath, Emma Dawes and Hannah Jankiewicz in a highly collaborative and supportive team.
The practice focuses on -
- public liability and personal injury claims where we act for government departments, public authorities and community service organisations.
- acting for the State of Victoria and community service organisations in claims involving allegations of abuse of children in care and institutional liability.
The team has a depth of experience and a robust foundation for any lawyer who has a desire to build a specialisation in these areas and work within a talented team of dedicated specialists.
About the role
This role presents a fantastic opportunity to join one of Australia's largest teams in the personal injury defence area where you will provide exceptional legal advice to clients, conduct defence as required, assist the senior lawyers and appear in court.
You will work closely with a supervising partner or special counsel/senior associate and will assist in the day to day running of files while receiving mentoring from senior members of the team. You will further advance your career via exposure to a range of matters including medical negligence, personal injury, common law claims and coronial inquests. You will also be encouraged to be involved in firm activities and committees.
About you
We value our culture at K&L; Gates and are proud of our friendly and respectful reputation.
Our Insurance Litigation team are passionate about what they do and genuinely enjoy working with one another. Our lawyers are highly skilled, and we are looking for a likeminded individual who, in addition to possessing technical excellence, embodies the spirit of collaboration.
To be successful in this role you will have 12 months plus post qualification experience with a litigation background, ideally working in private practice on matters relating to personal injury or WorkCover or institutional liability.
You are hardworking, dedicated and possess a high level of integrity when dealing with clients and colleagues. A high level of client service is expected as are excellent organisation, written and oral communication skills.