Senior Associate – Abuse & Personal Injury Law

Shine Lawyers; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Shine Lawyers in Parramatta is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate to join the Abuse Law and Personal Injury practice on a permanent, full‑time basis. You will take ownership of a varied file load and work closely with experienced solicitors.

You’ll be supported by an accessible leader and a collaborative team with paralegal support, allowing you to deepen expertise, manage client matters with sensitivity, and mentor junior colleagues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws with a current practising certificate is required.
• Post-admission experience in abuse law and/or personal injury is preferred.
• Ability to understand and interpret relevant legislation and legal documents.
• Comfort with handling legally challenging and factually complex matters.
• Maturity and confidence in dealing with clients who may be experiencing trauma.
• Desire to be part of a cohesive team and contribute to a positive culture.
• Willingness to mentor junior team members and contribute to firm growth.
• Strong communication skills and client service mindset.

Responsibilities

• Provide clients with legal advice and representation to obtain compensation.
• Work across a variety of client matters that require a high level of sensitivity.
• Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with clients, including effective and regular communication and managing the client's expectations.
• Draft legal documentation with a high degree of attention to detail.
• Manage and run a file load with a high level of commercial and fiscal awareness.
• Take an active role in working with and mentoring junior members of the team.

Skills

Post-admission experience

Client relationship

Managing complex matters

Education

Bachelor of Laws with practising certificate

Job description

Shine Lawyers in Parramatta is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate to join the Abuse Law and Personal Injury practice on a permanent, full‑time basis. You will take ownership of a varied file load and work closely with experienced solicitors.

You’ll be supported by an accessible leader and a collaborative team with paralegal support, allowing you to deepen expertise, manage client matters with sensitivity, and mentor junior colleagues.