Associate/Senior Associate | Insurance Litigation (Canberra)At McInnes Wilson Lawyers, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative environment where our employees can thrive.
As a leading national law firm, we are committed to excellence in everything we do.
Celebrating our 50th year in 2025, we are excited about our continued growth and remain committed to providing ample opportunity for you to grow and fulfill your career goals.The OpportunityWe have an exciting opportunity for a Solicitor to join our Canberra team on a permanent, full-time basis.
You will be part of a great team and will be responsible for overseeing a range of interesting defendant files on behalf of insurers and government clients.
In this mixed practice role, you will receive ongoing mentoring and development from a Principal, as well as support from the wider team.Key ResponsibilitiesManaging and assisting defendant insurance litigation mattersManaging a diverse range of defendant insurance matters, including public liability claims, subrogated recovery actions, ACT workers compensation and NSW CTP injury claimsConducting research and drafting advices, pleadings, submissions, and briefsNegotiating settlements, attending conferences, mediations, court and managing court processesAdvising and communicating directly with clients (client relationship management)Providing guidance and mentorship to junior lawyers and support staffRequirementsExperience and specialization working across ACT workers compensation preferredExcellent communication and negotiation skills with clients and other practitionersStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamYour new teamOur team is made up of highly skilled and dedicated legal professionals who are committed to delivering exceptional results for our clients.
We work collaboratively to ensure that every client receives the highest level of service and support throughout their legal journey.About McInnes Wilson LawyersWe are a full-service firm with 55 principals providing high quality legal advisory services across Australia.
We are proud of the values we uphold and the culture of our firm and know there is more to life than work, billables or awards.
We believe in our people and trust them with our brand.When joining McInnes Wilson Lawyers, you will be joining a firm that takes gender equality seriously.
Our progressive and inclusive policies have also earned us recognition as an Employer of Choice by various organizations.Please submit your application along with your resume and a cover letter explaining your interest in the position.
All applicants should note that the successful candidate will be required to undergo background screening including reference checks and police checks.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our firm.
We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those from underrepresented groups.
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