Associate | Personal Injury

Carroll & O'Dea Lawyers; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Carroll & O'Dea Lawyers in Newcastle invites an Associate with 3 to 5 years PQE to join our Hunter Personal Injury team. You will handle Plaintiff Personal Injury matters, including Workers Compensation, Motor Vehicle, and Public Liability, with extensive client interaction in a collaborative, flexible workplace.

You will work under a supportive culture, with opportunities to advance your skills and contribute to client outcomes while balancing flexible work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Must hold NSW Practising Certificate.
• At least 3 years’ experience in Personal Injury law.
• Solid understanding of personal injury matters and processes.
• Strong negotiation, mediation and advocacy skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build client relationships and develop business.
• Ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Direct liaison with clients and provide accurate, timely advice.
• Prepare Court documents and general correspondence.
• Manage high-volume files and matters.
• Attend court, dispute resolution and settlements.
• Conduct legal research.

Skills

Negotiation

Mediation

Advocacy

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Business development

Time management

Education

NSW Practising Certificate

Job description

Carroll & O'Dea Lawyers is a mid-tier law firm with offices in Sydney, Parramatta, Campbelltown, Melbourne, Hobart, Wollongong, and Newcastle. We specialise in providing legal services in property, commercial, litigation and dispute resolution, employment & industrial relations, and plaintiff personal injury law to a diverse range of clients including corporate, government, not-for-profit, SMEs, and individuals.

We are committed to fostering diversity within our practice and empowering our staff by offering encouragement, opportunities, and the necessary resources to continually challenge and advance their skills and career objectives.

The Opportunity

We're currently seeking a talented Associate with 3 to 5 years of PQE to join our dynamic Hunter Personal Injury law team based in Newcastle. In this role, you'll immerse yourself in Plaintiff Personal Injury matters, including Workers Compensation, Motor Vehicle Accidents, and Public Liability claims. In this role, you'll enjoy extensive client interaction and benefit from our collaborative workplace culture, supported by flexible work arrangements.

Key responsibilities will include

• Direct liaison with clients and providing accurate and timely advice
• Preparing Court documents/orders and general correspondence
• Managing high volume files and matters
• Attending court, dispute resolution and settlements
• Legal research

Successful candidates will have

• A valid NSW Practising Certificate
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience working as a Lawyer in the areas of Personal Injury
• A demonstrated understanding of personal injury matters and processes
• Strong negotiation, mediation, and advocacy skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong client relationship and business development skills
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise work and manage competing deadlines

We have a great reputation, a friendly and supportive work environment, and a team of talented staff. We take pride in our Firm values and providing clients with traditional personal service.

We require successful applicants to provide a satisfactory police clearance prior to commencing employment.

We actively encourage and welcome candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, candidates with a disability, members of the LGBTIQA+ community and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply.