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Form of workAn opportunity has become available for a talented and experienced Medical Negligence & Public Liability Associateto Principal Lawyer to join our firm. You will be experienced and confident in one or both Medical Negligence & Public Liability.
This position seeks an aspiring leader, seeking an opportunity to grow and develop our Medical Negligence & Public Liability practice.
Working at Gordon Legal offers unique advantages. As a small firm, everyone holds a pivotal role, contributing to our high-performance environment. This position is ideal for individuals aspiring to leadership, where they can drive their own career trajectory, with progression opportunities aligning with their ambition and success.
You will be reporting to a Partner and collaborating with a team consisting of a Principal Lawyer, Senior Law Clerk, Law Graduate and a team of support staff. You will have a Legal Administrator directing work with you, as well as the support of a Senior Law Clerk.
The right candidate will have 4+ years of experience across Medical Negligence and/or Public Liability.
Job tasks and responsibilities
- Building and managing a portfolio of Medical Negligence & Public Liability matters;
- The successful candidate will have passion for this area of law and provide exceptional client service;
- Providing comprehensive legal advice to new and existing clients;
- Representing clients in settlement conferences, mediations and court hearings;
- Drafting correspondence, briefs and other legal documents;
- Training junior staff (such as law graduates) and
- Developing a business development plan that includes building relationships with health professionals, trade unions and community organisations.
Skills and experience
- The successful candidate will demonstrate knowledge of the Wrongs Act (Vic) 1958 and have experience litigating common law matters;
- Confident and personable with a genuine dedication to helping clients;
- Strong writing, drafting, negotiating and advocacy skills;
- Excellent interpersonal, organisational, planning, verbal and written communication skills;
- The ability to develop strong relationships both internally and externally at all levels;
- Strong analytical and investigative skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail;
- Results-oriented, self-starter, with a high level of initiative;
- Adaptable and amenable to changing priorities; and
- Ability to prioritise workloads and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Why Gordon Legal?
When you join Gordon Legal, you become a part of a progressive, hardworking, and passionate team renowned for making a positive impact through meaningful and memorable work.
How to apply
If you want to join an innovative firm and engage in meaningful work that allows you to fulfil your professional purpose, Click 'Apply' and include your Cover letter and CV.
