Toxic Torts - Junior Lawyer
Due to growth of our Adelaide Toxic Torts team, we're seeking a Lawyer with between 1-3 years' PQE to work alongside Caroline Knight.
About Us
Mills Oakley is a leading national law firm with a proud history spanning over 160 years. In that time, we've grown into a Top 5 Australian law firm by size while remaining true to our shared vision of exceptional client service with a friendly and collaborative ethos. Mutual trust and respect are at the heart of everything we do.
The Role
Due to growth of our Adelaide Toxic Torts team, a rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Junior Lawyer (1-3 years' PQE) to support a highly regarded Partner, Caroline Knight. In this role you will be working on a range matters involving dust diseases litigation for a number of our national and international clients.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Manage a varied caseload of dust disease claims under supervision
- Draft defences, statements of claim, evidence summaries, liability analyses and strategic advice
- Assess exposure histories and interrogate causation issues using expert evidence
- Prepare briefs to counsel and liaise with experts
- Assist with mediations, contribution negotiations and multi-party litigation strategy
- Analyse and prosecute contribution claims against employers, insurers, builders and other commercial entities
Who We Are Looking For
The successful candidate will have the following:
- Between 1-3 years' PQE in insurance litigation, personal injury defence or commercial disputes
- Strong analytical skills and confidence working with technical medical evidence
- Excellent drafting and attention to detail
- Commercial mindset with the ability to balance legal and insurer objectives
- Professionalism and maturity when dealing with sensitive claimant circumstances
What We Offer
We take a collaborative approach to your learning & development, giving you the personal attention and unique opportunities required to help you realise your full potential. We are committed to your health and well-being and offer a multitude of employee benefits including:
- Dress for your day;
- Discounted health insurance;
- Employee Assistance Program;
- Discounts to gyms and studios across Australia;
- Competitive referral bonus; and
- Other amazing perks!
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