Senior Counsel, NSW Casualty – Defendant PI & Liability

DWF Group; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

Mentoring from partners

Career development

Job summary

DWF Group, a leading global legal and business services firm, seeks a Special Counsel to join the NSW Casualty team in Sydney. You'll handle complex defendant public liability and personal injury matters, advising insurers and corporate clients, and collaborating with a high-performing team.

With minimum 6 years PQE, you will lead litigation strategy, mentor junior lawyers, and build lasting client relationships while delivering top-tier service across diverse industries in a hybrid working

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with 6+ years PQE in defendant liability or personal injury.
• Experience handling complex defendant liability and injury claims.
• Excellent client management and litigation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of defendant public liability and personal injury claims.
• Provide strategic advice on policy interpretation and coverage matters.
• Defend public and product liability claims for insurers and corporate clients.
• Conduct matters through all stages of litigation, including negotiation, mediation, and court proceedings.
• Develop and implement effective litigation strategies to achieve optimal client outcomes.
• Advise clients across industries including construction, hospitality, retail, education and property.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with insurers, brokers, and corporate clients.
• Work collaboratively within a high-performing NSW Casualty team to deliver exceptional client service.

Skills

Defendant liability

Personal injury

Litigation

Insurance clients

Client management

Mentoring juniors

Education

Bachelor of Laws

Job description

DWF Group, a leading global legal and business services firm, seeks a Special Counsel to join the NSW Casualty team in Sydney. You'll handle complex defendant public liability and personal injury matters, advising insurers and corporate clients, and collaborating with a high-performing team.

With minimum 6 years PQE, you will lead litigation strategy, mentor junior lawyers, and build lasting client relationships while delivering top-tier service across diverse industries in a hybrid working