Solicitor - Insurance & Civil Litigation
Job No:RS313821
Location:Docklands, VIC
Join a Growing, Collaborative Litigation Practice | Docklands, VIC
Genuine Carriage of Files & Early Responsibility from Day One
About The Company
Our client is an established Melbourne law firm offering a broad range of legal services, with particular strength in civil litigation, dispute resolution and motor vehicle accident claims. Led by an experienced principal, the firm has built a client-focused reputation and offers a supportive, collaborative team environment with mentoring from experienced practitioners. This role sits within their growing litigation practice, based in Docklands, VIC.
About The Opportunity
The primary purpose of this position is to take carriage of a high-volume caseload of litigated and pre-litigation matters, from client intake through to settlement or hearing.
This is a full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract with an immediate start available.
Reporting directly to the Principal Lawyer, some of your responsibilities will include:
- Managing a high-volume caseload from intake to settlement or judgment
- Drafting pleadings, affidavits, court books and briefs to counsel
- Progressing matters through Magistrates' Court proceedings
- Negotiating and settling matters with insurers and opposing solicitors
- Attending mediations, arbitrations and hearings as instructing solicitor
About You
The successful candidate will have:
- Experience in insurance, motor vehicle accident or civil litigation matters
- Admission (or imminent admission) to the Supreme Court of Victoria
- A proven ability to manage a high-volume caseload to deadline
- Sound knowledge of Magistrates' Court procedure
- Strong drafting skills and confident negotiation experience
What's in it for You?
- Earn a Competitive $100,000 Salary + Super with an Immediate Start
- Genuine Carriage of Files | Real Responsibility from Day One
- Supervision & Mentoring from Experienced Litigation Practitioners
- Broad Exposure Across Hearings, Mediations & Arbitrations
- Ongoing Professional Development | Clear Progression Pathways
Apply today and don't miss out on starting this opportunity as soon as possible!
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Solicitor - Insurance & Civil Litigation (Immediate Start) in Melbourne employer: Hall & Prior Aged Care Group
Joining MAGNT means becoming part of a vibrant and community-focused organisation that thrives in one of Australia’s most unique cultural environments. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional growth, MAGNT offers a rewarding workplace where you can make a meaningful impact on the governance and operations of the Northern Territory’s premier cultural institution.
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Hall & Prior Aged Care Group Recruitment Team
