Medical Negligence Solicitor

Law Partners; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work from home two days a per

Birthday leave

Wellbeing days

Paid parental leave

Novated leasing

Team events

Job summary

Law Partners, Australia’s largest specialist personal injury law firm, is seeking a motivated Personal Injury Solicitor with 2–4 years post-admission experience and exposure to medical negligence claims. Based in our Sydney CBD office, you’ll manage medical negligence matters, develop your expertise and build a long-term career with leadership opportunities.

Join a collaborative team that values client care, offers flexible working arrangements, and supports ongoing learning.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years post-admission experience in personal injury law.
• Exposure to medical negligence claims preferred; commitment to develop further expertise.
• Strong analytical, drafting, negotiation and client-relations skills.

Responsibilities

• Run your own files and progress claims strategically.
• Develop expertise in medical negligence matters.
• Provide clear, practical advice and maintain client relationships.
• Prepare legal correspondence, pleadings and court documents.
• Brief and liaise with counsel, experts and stakeholders.
• Negotiate settlements and drive best client outcomes.
• Manage deadlines, file progression and professional costs.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver excellent client service.

Skills

2–4 years PQE

Medical negligence exposure

Client management

Negotiation

Legal drafting

Job description

Personal Injury Solicitor – Medical Negligence

Take the next step in your personal injury career with Law Partners

Are you a motivated Personal Injury Solicitor with 2–4 years post-admission experience and exposure to medical negligence claims?

Join Law Partners, Australia’s largest specialist personal injury law firm, where you’ll have the opportunity to manage your own personal injury matters, develop your medical negligence expertise and make a genuine difference in the lives of injured Australians.

With continued growth across the firm, this is an excellent opportunity for a career-focused solicitor looking to strengthen their technical skills, take ownership of their matters and build a long-term career, with potential for future leadership opportunities.

About Law Partners

At Law Partners, our mission is simple: help more Australians get the compensation they deserve.

We represent people and their families following personal injuries that can be devastating and life-changing. Our commitment to absolute client care underpins everything we do, and we’re passionate about achieving the best possible outcomes for every client.

You’ll join a supportive, collaborative team with highly respected leaders, access to quality work and the backing you need to focus on practising law.

The Role

Based in our Sydney CBD office, you’ll manage a portfolio of medical negligence matters.

Working alongside experienced practitioners, you’ll have the autonomy to run your own files while continuing to develop your technical expertise and client management skills.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Running your own files and progressing claims strategically and efficiently.
• Working on medical negligence matters and developing your experience in this area.
• Providing clear, practical advice and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Preparing legal correspondence, pleadings, submissions and other court documents.
• Briefing and liaising with counsel, experts and other relevant stakeholders.
• Negotiating settlements and working towards the best possible client outcomes.
• Managing deadlines, file progression and professional fee budgets.
• Collaborating with colleagues to deliver exceptional client care.

About You:

You’re a technically capable and client-focused solicitor who enjoys running matters, building relationships and achieving meaningful results for clients.

You’ll bring:

• 2–4 years post-admission experience in personal injury law
• Some experience with medical negligence claims, with an interest in developing further expertise.
• Strong analytical, drafting, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.A genuine commitment to client care, empathy and achieving the best outcomes.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A proactive, commercially aware approach to managing your practice.
• A collaborative, down-to-earth attitude and a desire to continue learning and growing.

What’s in it for you?

At Law Partners, we recognise that our people are central to our success. We offer an environment where you can develop your expertise, be supported by experienced practitioners and build a rewarding legal career.

Our benefits include:

• Competitive remuneration commensurate with your experience.
• Genuine career progression in a firm on track to double in size over the coming years.
• Flexible working arrangements, including working from home two days per week after the qualifying period.
• Strong practice support, allowing you to focus on practising law and delivering results for clients.
• Ongoing learning and development, with opportunities to strengthen your technical and leadership capabilities.
• Birthday leave – enjoy your birthday off on us.
• Wellbeing days to recharge and look after yourself.
• Paid parental leave to support you and your growing family.
• Novated leasing options.
• Team events and social activities, including our Christmas party, Melbourne Cup celebrations and other opportunities to connect with colleagues.
• A supportive, people-focused culture where collaboration, recognition and professional growth matter.

Ready to take the next step?

If you’re a personal injury solicitor looking to build on your existing experience, develop your medical negligence expertise and join a firm that genuinely invests in its people, we’d love to hear from you.