Senior Solicitor, Litigation and Dispute Resolution
4 weeks ago
We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled lawyer to join our Litigation and Dispute Resolution Branch as a Managing Principal Solicitor. This is a senior leadership role that requires strong leadership and management skills, as well as a deep understanding of complex legal matters.
The successful candidate will lead and supervise a team of lawyers and paralegals, providing high-level legal advice to government clients and departments. They will also be responsible for managing complex and sensitive litigation, with a particular focus on State care, personal injury, and negligence claims.
About the BranchThe Litigation and Dispute Resolution Branch is a team of approximately 60 legal practitioners and 35 legal support staff, providing specialist legal services to government clients and departments. We work on a diverse range of matters, including general civil claims, tortious claims, and personal injury claims by prisoners.
We are a dynamic and forward-thinking team that values collaboration and excellence. We are committed to providing high-quality legal services to our clients and to building a positive and cohesive working environment.
Key Responsibilities- Lead and supervise a team of lawyers and paralegals
- Provide high-level legal advice to government clients and departments
- Manage complex and sensitive litigation, with a particular focus on State care, personal injury, and negligence claims
- Develop and implement strategies to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Branch
- Collaborate with other teams and stakeholders to achieve business objectives
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Significant experience in litigation and dispute resolution, particularly in State care, personal injury, and negligence claims
- Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to lead and supervise a team of lawyers and paralegals
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with government clients and departments
- A deep understanding of complex legal matters and the ability to provide high-level legal advice
- Ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, with a focus on delivering high-quality results
The Victorian Government Solicitor's Office (VGSO) serves the rule of law exclusively for the State. We provide responsive legal services exclusively for the Victorian Government and public sector. Our place within government ensures we are at the centre of legal change, reform, and problem-solving.
We operate as a service-driven legal professional practice and strive for excellence in this competitive environment. In all aspects of our operations, we aim to role model and live by our values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Insight, Collaboration, and Excellence.
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