An established National Firm in the Brisbane CBD is looking for a Senior Associate equipped with a trove of experience in Construction Litigation. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with their team and report to the Partner to ensure their clients receive the best legal representation during diverse construction disputes
Benefits:
- Competitive Remuneration - $130,000 - $175,000 + superannuation
- Comprehensive Benefits Package + Wellness program
- Supportive work culture + excellent mentorship
- Opportunity to participate in the firm’s Pro-Bono practices
- Diverse range of cases
- Minimum 5+ Years PQE practising primarily in Construction Litigation with experience in dispute negotiation and insurance law
- Excellent communication skills with a passion to negotiate optimal outcomes
- Attention to detail
- Readily able to manage client expectations, with drive & enthusiasm for excellent client service.
- Reliable under pressure.
- Ability to manage many documents and tasks simultaneously
- Proficient research skills and commercial acumen
- Able to work autonomously, and in a team where necessary.
- Admitted to practice in Queensland
- Experienced in practicing in Queensland
- Supporting clerks and graduates throughout their rotations
- Coaching and mentoring junior staff
- Collaborating with senior practitioners and team members
- Assist with the preparation and presentation of workshops on construction insurance for clients
- Working with coverage counsel
- Corresponding and obtaining instructions from clients
- Day-to-day management of litigation processes including document management, correspondence with opposing counsel and court attendances.
- Provide advice to insurers on cover and construction policies
- Prepare briefs for Counsel Hearings that you will attend
- Manage expert witnesses and reports
- Interview witnesses and prepare drafts of lay witness statements
Apply now or send your resume to James Morrow at ************@gorillajobs.com.au or call +61 468 884 *** to find out more about the role.
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-morrow-8781b5293/
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Additional information
- Salary: $130,000 - $175,000
- Full Time
- Construction Litigation | 5+ Years PQE