Lawyer - Litigation & Dispute Resolution
1 week ago
K&L Gates' complex litigation and disputes practice has tremendous capabilities and is well-equipped to take on the most complex and difficult engagements anywhere, anytime around the globe. Our dispute resolution lawyers are recognised as being some of the foremost practitioners in their field with our Australian practice recognised in Legal 500 and Best Lawyers.
We are seeking experienced lawyers to join our Insurance Litigation team in Melbourne on a full-time basis. This role will see you work alongside highly regarded partners Peter McGrath, Emma Dawes and Hannah Jankiewicz in a highly collaborative and supportive team.
The practice focuses on defending medical malpractice claims brought against Victorian public health organisations, health care providers and individuals in the Victorian Courts. The team has a depth of experience and a strong foundation for any lawyer who has a desire to build a specialisation in this area and work within a talented team of dedicated specialists.
About the role
This role presents a fantastic opportunity to join one of Australia's largest teams in the medical defence area where you will provide exceptional legal advice to clients, conduct defence as required, assist the senior lawyers and appear in court.
Subject to your experience, you will have autonomy to take ownership of the day to day running of files with supervision and mentoring from senior members of the team. You will further advance your career via exposure to a range of matters including medical negligence, personal injury, common law claims and coronial inquests. You will also be encouraged to be involved in firm activities and committees.
About you
We value our culture at K&L Gates and are proud of our friendly and respectful reputation.
Our Insurance Litigation team are passionate about what they do and genuinely enjoy working with one another. Our lawyers are highly skilled and we are looking for a likeminded individual who, in addition to possessing technical excellence, embodies the spirit of collaboration.
To be successful in this role you will have 3+ years plus post qualification experience with a litigation background, ideally working in private practice on matters relating to medical malpractice, public health, personal injury or WorkCover.
You are hardworking, dedicated and possess a high level of integrity when dealing with clients and colleagues. A high level of client service is expected as are excellent organisation, written and oral communication skills.
The extras
K&L Gates promotes equal opportunities for all employees to progress in their careers.
Initiatives include:
- Structured mentoring program
- Professional development programs
- Strategic planning program for business development
- Momentum Program for women and men who are taking a period of parental leave and wish to stay on career track
- 26 weeks paid parental leave
- Flexible working options
- Volunteering opportunities
- Health and wellbeing programs - including wellness subsidies
- Salary continuance insurance
About Us
The firm's Australian operations provide vast knowledge of the Australian legal marketplace across a wide spectrum of industries. With lawyers located in four established offices in Australia's leading financial and commercial centres and possessing substantial experience.
At K&L Gates, we foster an inclusive and collaborative environment across our fully integrated global platform that enables us to diligently combine the knowledge and expertise of our people to create teams that provide exceptional client solutions. We marry process with vision, success with dedication, method with passion, and innovation with creativity. The outcome: The K&L Gates Experience.
Located across five continents, we represent a broad array of leading global corporations in every major industry, capital markets participants, and ambitious middle-market and emerging growth companies. We also serve public sector entities, educational institutions, philanthropic organisations, and individuals. Our lawyers counsel clients on their most sophisticated legal challenges in all areas of corporate and regulatory law as well as litigation.
We are leaders in legal issues relating to industries critical to the economies of both the developed and developing worlds—technology, manufacturing, energy, transportation, telecommunications, financial services, and life sciences, among others.
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