Address- Award winning national private practice
- Opportunity to work with large complex clients and matters
- Flexible working, excellent mentors and a genuine career path
About the Company
Lander & Rogers is a leading independent law firm, with offices in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane and global reach. Our focus is on innovating the client experience and leading change in legal service delivery. We are also committed to supporting our communities through our pro bono work.
About the Group
Our long-standing relationships and deep knowledge of the insurance industry means we are recognised as the premier Insurance Law & Litigation practice in Australia.
About the Role
Our team that focuses on Medical Indemnity insurance matters is growing and we have an opportunity for a Senior Associate to join the team to provide our General Insurance clients with relevant legal advice regarding Medical Indemnity and health law litigation and inquiries.
- Managing medical negligence litigation as part of a team including attending formal mediations and informal settlement conferences
- Managing Coronial inquiries and disciplinary proceedings as against health entities and individual practitioners
- Providing advice to insurers on cover, predominantly professional indemnity and Medical Indemnity insurance
- Reviewing medical and health records
- Preparing briefs for Counsel and expert witnesses
- Drafting court documents, settlement deeds and Medical Panel referrals
- Preparing advice including on indemnity, liability, prospects, quantum, reserves and strategy
- Researching and providing legal analysis
- Assisting with preparation and presenting on matters related to Medical Indemnity and health law litigation.
- Coaching and mentoring junior lawyers, graduates and seasonal clerks
- Retaining and building business
About You
- Suitable candidates will bring 5+ years PAE in medical or health law litigation.
- Tertiary qualification in Law and a current Practising Certificate for relevant jurisdiction
- You will have excellent written and verbal communication and stakeholder management skills, with the demonstrated ability to build and strengthen professional relationships resulting in a track record of superior client service and outcomes.
- Excellent critical reasoning and investigative skills with the ability to think laterally.
- Highly organised, able to plan and prioritise work to meet key deliverables.
- Proven ability to facilitate presentations and meetings with varying sizes of groups of people.
- Identifies risks and complies with group risk management protocol.
- Commerciality and pragmatism
- A willingness and ability to learn and develop new skills.
- An ability to work through problems and exercise sound judgement on when to escalate.
- A professional, client focused and ethical approach.
- A resilient nature with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
Culture
People choose Landers for our down-to-earth, collaborative and supportive culture. We invest in our people and empower them to bring their best selves to work, both personally and professionally. We promote a diverse and inclusive environment with a strong focus on wellbeing, leadership and development.
Benefits
Lander & Rogers offers a range of benefits to encourage professional development and ongoing learning, connection with colleagues, staying healthy and community involvement.
We value our people and understand the importance of maintaining a healthy, balanced and fulfilled lifestyle, some of our benefits include:
- Hybrid work: work flexibly between home and the office with the freedom to choose the location that is best for you, your clients, and your team
- Additional leave: take a moment to stop, reflect and reenergise each year with up to five weeks of paid annual leave plus an annual wellness day
- Home office allowance: deck out your home office with a $250 annual office allowance
- Tech discounts: access corporate discounts on DELL computer products to have the latest personal gadgets at your disposal
How to apply
Click APPLY or visit www.landers.com.au.
Lander & Rogers is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity and inclusion.
We conduct background checks including criminal record checks on all successful candidates as a condition of employment.
