Personal Injury Paralegal & Lawyer

Maliganis Edwards Johnson; Canberra; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Maliganis Edwards Johnson in Canberra is seeking a dedicated Paralegal & Personal Injury Lawyer (minimum 2 years' PQE) to join our team. We value resilience, initiative and a client-focused approach in a busy, supportive legal environment.

In this role you will manage personal injury matters from inception to resolution, prepare legal documents, liaise with clients and stakeholders, review medical records, assess liability and negotiate settlements as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' PQE in personal injury law for lawyers.
• Experience in personal injury matters preferred for paralegals.
• Ability to manage matters from commencement to resolution.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with or independently manage personal injury matters from start to finish.
• Prepare correspondence, pleadings, court documents and other legal documents.
• Liaise with clients, insurers, solicitors, medical providers and other stakeholders.
• Obtain and review medical records and supporting documentation.
• Assess liability, causation, damages and quantum where appropriate.
• Provide legal advice and negotiate settlements where appropriate.
• Assist with or prepare matters for mediations, settlement conferences, and litigation.
• Manage file administration, deadlines and priorities.
• Collaborate with colleagues to achieve positive outcomes for clients.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Personal injury law

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Australian practising certificate

2+ years post-admission experience (PI)

Job description

Are you an enthusiastic, resilient and motivated legal professional looking for your next opportunity in personal injury law?

MEJ is seeking a dedicated Paralegal & Personal Injury Lawyer (minimum 2 years' PQE) to join our team. We are looking for someone who is passionate about helping people, takes pride in their work and thrives in a busy, supportive and client-focused legal environment.

Whether you are an experienced paralegal looking to further develop your skills or a lawyer ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.

About the Role

Working within our personal injury team, you will play an important role in managing and progressing matters while ensuring clients receive professional, compassionate and timely service throughout their legal journey.

• Assisting with or independently managing personal injury matters from commencement through to resolution.
• Preparing correspondence, pleadings, court documents and other legal documentation.
• Liaising with clients, insurers, solicitors, medical providers and other stakeholders.
• Obtaining and reviewing medical records and supporting documentation.
• Assessing liability, causation, damages and quantum, where appropriate.
• Providing legal advice and negotiating settlements, where appropriate to your role.
• Assisting with or preparing matters for mediations, settlement conferences and litigation.
• Managing file administration, deadlines and competing priorities.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to achieve positive outcomes for clients.

About You

We are looking for applicants who are:

• Resilient and solutions-focused, able to navigate challenges with a positive and practical approach.
• Enthusiastic and proactive, with a genuine willingness to learn, contribute and take initiative.
• Client-focused and compassionate, understanding the importance of supporting people through challenging circumstances.
• Organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.

An excellent communicator with strong written and verbal skills.

Reliable, professional and committed to producing high-quality work.

A team player who is also comfortable working independently.

For lawyer applicants, a current Australian practising certificate and a minimum of two years' post-admission experience are required. Experience in personal injury law a necessity

For paralegal applicants, previous experience in a legal environment, particularly personal injury law, will be advantageous.

Why Join MEJ?

At MEJ, you will have the opportunity to contribute to a team working in a meaningful area of law where your work can make a genuine difference to people's lives.

We value professionalism, collaboration, initiative and a commitment to achieving positive outcomes for our clients. We are looking for applicants who wants to be part of a dedicated team, develop your skills and contribute to the continued success of the firm.

Ready to Join Us?

If you are a motivated legal professional looking for an opportunity to grow, contribute and make a difference, we would love to hear from you.