Solicitor - Civil Law

David Healey Solicitors is looking for a full-time solicitor to join their Civil law practice. 

About the Firm

David Healey Solicitors is a boutique firm specialising in workers' compensation (primarily in the Comcare scheme) and personal injury claims. We act for injured workers, including first responders and federal and ACT government employees, and were recognised in the 2023 Doyle’s List as a recommended firm for workers’ compensation. 

The Role

As a solicitor, you will be providing legal advice and assistance to our clients for their legal matters. You will represent David Healey Solicitors and our clients in the Administrative Appeals Tribunal and other courts. Key responsibilities include: 

• Providing sound legal advice and managing files independently 
• Drafting Tribunal documents 
• Appearing in the Administrative Appeals Tribunal and other courts 
• Attending conciliation conferences and informal settlement conferences where required
• Managing client correspondence via email and telephone 
• Corresponding with various stakeholders, including Courts and barristers

Selection Criteria 

• Bachelor of Law or degree equivalent
• Valid ACT practicing certificate (or ability to obtain one)
• 0 to 2 years PAE
• Experience with workers’ compensation or personal injury preferred
• Able to manage and balance client needs and priorities
• Resilient, strong attention to detail, good organisational skills, and ability to work autonomously 

About David Healey Solicitors

Our firm’s priority is to ensure the best outcome for our clients, who are often injured or in distress as a result of their employment. We work on a variety of matters, but our matters primarily involve first responders such as police, firefighters, and paramedics. Benefits of working at David Healey Solicitors include:  

• We are a flexible workplace and work with our staff to create working arrangements that suit their circumstances. 
• Free parking on the premises, which are located in Deakin. 
• Regular team bonding events and social events arranged by our planning committee. 
• Regular training opportunities in various areas of law and other professional development areas.

We encourage people from all backgrounds to join our team, as we celebrate and promote diverse and inclusive workplaces. 

If you are interested in applying, please email a CV and cover letter to *****@davidhealeysolicitors.com.au. Please include in your cover letter your preferred start date. 

Applications close 5pm 28 February 2024.