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
• Legal research
• 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
• Strong client relationship and business development skills
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise work and manage competing deadlines In this role, you will relish extensive client exposure, benefit from a vibrant, highly collaborative, and friendly workplace culture, coupled with versatile work arrangements, and a genuine work-life balance.
How to Apply
If you're excited about this opportunity and what we have to offer, please submit your application. 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.