Lawyer / Senior Associate - Litigation & Dispute Resolution at K&L Gates

The role

K&L Gates is seeking a Lawyer or Senior Associate for its Litigation & Dispute Resolution practice in Melbourne, Australia. This role is for individuals with at least 1 PQE, focusing on insurance litigation, specifically public liability, personal injury claims, and institutional liability.

What you'll do

Provide exceptional legal advice to clients
Conduct defence as required
Assist the senior lawyers
Appear in court
Assist in the day to day running of files
Be involved in firm activities and committees

What we're looking for

12 months plus post qualification experience

Litigation background

Experience in personal injury or WorkCover or institutional liability

Hardworking, dedicated and possess a high level of integrity

High level of client service

Excellent organisation, written and oral communication skills

Ideally working in private practice· nice to have

Benefits

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

Hiring contacts

Tania Brierley

Recruitment Consultant

tania.brierley@klgates.com

Lawyer / Senior Associate - Litigation & Dispute Resolution