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Law Partners Injury Lawyers – Sydney CBD NSWMove beyond running files and use your legal expertise where it matters most — at the start of the client journey.At Law Partners , we're Australia's largest specialist personal injury law firm. Every day, we speak with people who have been injured and need clear, practical guidance about what they can do next.We're looking for an experienced personal injury lawyer to join our Sydney CBD-based Client Care team as an Associate Client Care – Intake Lawyer. This is a fixed-term maternity leave contact commencing in January 2027 for approximately 12 months with the potential for a permanent position at the end of the 12 months.This is an opportunity to take your personal injury experience in a different direction — using your legal knowledge, judgement and client skills to assess new matters, provide preliminary advice and help prospective clients take the right next step, without the responsibility of managing an ongoing caseload.Client Care operates at the front end of the firm, where responsiveness, sound judgement and client experience are critical. You'll work in a fast-paced environment, assessing a broad range of enquiries and making timely decisions about the appropriate next step. The role suits a lawyer who can quickly identify the key legal issues, communicate confidently with clients and take ownership of progressing viable matters.What will you do? You'll be one of the first legal points of contact for people enquiring about making a personal injury claim. Working closely with our Client Care Specialists and legal teams, you will: Conduct telephone and video consultations with prospective clientsAssess claims across areas including Workers Compensation and Work Injury Damages (WID), Public Liability, CTP, TAC, Medical Negligence, TPD and AbuseAssess liability, causation, injury, loss, evidence, jurisdiction and limitation issuesProvide clear and accurate preliminary legal guidance and advice,



escalating complex or borderline matters where appropriateDetermine the appropriate pathway — sign-up, conference, further investigation, referral or declineComplete one-step sign-ups where appropriate and explain costs and engagement documentationArrange conferences with the relevant legal team when further assessment is requiredTake ownership of follow-up, engagement and handoverEnsure receiving legal teams have the key information and documentation they needMaintain accurate records and file notes within the firm's systemsIdentify vulnerable or distressed clients and adapt your communication accordinglyWork closely with Practice Partners, lawyers and Client Care Specialists to ensure a seamless client experienceAt Associate level, you'll also play an important role in mentoring junior lawyers and supporting Client Care Specialists , including providing day-to-day guidance, sharing legal knowledge and helping build consistent triage and decision-making across the Client Care teamWhy this role?If you enjoy the legal and client-facing side of personal injury law but are ready for something different from managing a full caseload, this could be an excellent next step.You'll have the opportunity to: Use your legal expertise without running an ongoing file loadHave meaningful conversations with clients at a critical point in their journeyAssess a broad range of personal injury mattersWork alongside experienced legal practitioners and respected Practice PartnersDevelop your skills in legal intake,



assessment and client engagementMentor and support less experienced team membersHelp shape how prospective clients experience Law Partners from their very first interactionAbout youWe're looking for a qualified Australian solicitor with approximately 2–5 years' post-admission experience , ideally with a strong background in personal injury law. You'll be comfortable working in a fast-paced intake environment, making sound preliminary assessments efficiently and progressing enquiries promptly rather than approaching each matter as though you are preparing an ongoing file.You'll bring: Solid plaintiff personal injury experienceStrong legal judgement and the ability to assess matters independentlyA sound understanding of liability, evidence, causation and limitation issuesExcellent verbal and written communication skillsConfidence speaking with people who may be distressed, uncertain or unfamiliar with the legal processStrong empathy, emotional intelligence and client care skillsExcellent organisation, attention to detail and follow-throughA proactive approach to client engagement, with the confidence to progress viable matters toward sign-up or conference while ensuring clients receive appropriate and transparent adviceThe ability to work collaboratively and support junior colleaguesExperience in legal intake, initial conferences, client onboarding or working across multiple personal injury jurisdictions will be highly regarded.About Law PartnersAt Law Partners, our purpose is simple — to help more Australians get the compensation they deserve.We're a growing, people-focused firm with a strong reputation in plaintiff personal injury law. Our lawyers are supported by experienced leaders, specialist teams and a collaborative environment where people are encouraged to develop and progress their careers.Our Sydney CBD office is brand new, modern and located right next to Town Hall Station , with three floors of dedicated office space and our own café with barista.We offer a range of advantages including: Hybrid working flexibilityBirthday day off — on usTwo wellbeing days per yearAnnual Christmas and Melbourne Cup celebrationsFamily Day at ChristmasA supportive, collaborative and people-focused culture

📌 Associate Client Care – Intake Lawyer (Sydney)
🏢 Law Partners Injury Lawyers
📍 Sydney