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Adelaide Family Lawyers have been around for over 25 years now, having commenced operations on 21 October 1988. We commenced as a small-to-medium Firm and have deliberately stayed that way. We do not believe that bigger is better but have found that our size fits with the work we do and the way we want to do it. That is, the fast and efficient delivery of legal services but with a personal and considerate approach.

Here at EG Consulting, we are a speciality legal recruitment firm and we are always looking temporary staff for our legal clients.  We are looking for graduates to who are available full time or part time to work in the Sydney area.  What roles do we recruit? We recruit many different types of roles in the legal space, please see below for examples of roles that we recruit. - Paralegals - Legal assistants  - Legal secretary's  - EA's - Corporate receptionist  What's on offer? - With most of our clients located in the CBD, so your commute to work will be too easy! - Market leading pay rates  - Weekly payroll  - Constant support from your consultant  - A chance to grow your legal career So what are you waiting for? If you have legal experience send your CV over now and one of our consultants will be in touch shortly. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of responses, only successful applicants will be contacted.

‘ Commercial law firm in the Melbourne CBD, specialising in business law, commercial litigation and immigration law.   There is a new opportunity available in our busy practice for a business and commercial litigation lawyer to join our team of lawyers. We will consider applicants with relevant experience in the areas of business law and commercial litigation.   Also, we consider candidates without the requisite experience but possessing the aptitude for these areas of law and a growth mindset.   If you are interested in this role, please email your application and CV to info@ajhlawyers.com.au , addressed to Ms Patricia Chen, Practice Manager.’

Our Lilydale based firm has a need for a junior or graduate lawyer who is looking for a varied and fulfilling role in a supportive, positive workplace. The successful applicant would join our busy Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal (VOCAT) team working under a senior lawyer handling VOCAT applications. The successful applicant will have an outgoing, caring, and compassionate personality, with proven experience in working effectively with people who have sustained significant trauma. Further, excellent written skills are required with a strong attention detail, along with an ability to work efficiently to progress a large number of files at any one time. Excellent time management skills are a must. This role will be based at our Lilydale office, however there will be an expectation that the successful applicant be willing to work at least one day a week from our Berwick office in Melbourne's South Eastern suburbs. Applications may also be considered from strong candidates who have almost completed their admission requirements but who are not yet admitted. For the right applicant we would be willing to supervise a PLT placement with a view to the role turning into a junior lawyer position following admission. Apply today by e-mailing a cover letter and resume to  office@johnstonereimer.com.au  

knowmore’s  lawyers will provide high quality legal services to clients in a culturally safe and appropriate manner within a trauma informed and multi-disciplinary framework. This role delivers front line legal services and reports directly to either a Managing Lawyer or a Senior Lawyer in the relevant knowmore office, depending on the size of the legal team. This role works collaboratively as a member of the national legal team and within knowmore’s multi-disciplinary model, working alongside other teams delivering intake, social work and cultural support services to clients. At times the role will also work with other partner services to support clients. The role will advise clients who are survivors of child sexual abuse about redress and compensation options, including redress claims under the National Redress Scheme, and acting for clients making such claims. Lawyers will also contribute to knowmore’s policy and law reform work and prepare and deliver community legal education and participate in other community engagement activities, working cooperatively and collaboratively with other staff and service providers. Guided by the organisation’s service plan, the role will involve intrastate and interstate travel to deliver services to clients on an outreach basis, and to undertake community engagement activities. Accordingly, a current drivers’ license is highly desirable, along with the ability and willingness to travel, including to remote and regional locations for up to a week at a time, and to work out of hours.   Duties and responsibilities Providing high-quality legal information, advice, representation and referral services to clients who are survivors of child sexual abuse, through telephone and face to face services Contributing as a professional member of a national legal practice; complying with the rules and requirements of relevant legal profession legislation and the Community Legal Centre Risk Management Guide. Working cooperatively and collaboratively, both within knowmore’s multi-disciplinary model of teams of legal and non-legal staff, and with external service providers, to ensure client’s legal and other needs are identified and actioned in a consistent, effective and timely way. Manage a significant caseload of client matters ensuring all service standards and timelines are met Ensure all relevant service data is accurately recorded. Making referrals, including warm referrals, to other service providers where appropriate. Undertaking legal research and drafting to support knowmore’s contributions to law reform and policy and procedural initiatives relating to its client group. Contribute to the preparation and delivery of community legal education and other engagement activities and materials. Undertaking and participating in the development and delivery of ongoing training and professional development activities for knowmore staff and service partners. Contribute to the day-to-day supervision and co-ordination of the activities of volunteers and pro bono providers. Proactively manage own self-care and workload. Act as a Senior Lawyer if required. Undertake other duties and projects as directed.   Organisational Obligations Demonstrate an active and dedicated commitment to knowmore’s Mission, Vision and Values. Comply with knowmore’s Policies and Procedures. Observe all legal and legislative requirements. Ensure a high level of confidentiality and integrity. Assist in the development of, and participate in knowmore’s initiatives, projects and events. Cultivate productive and collaborative working relationships and outcomes through open an inclusive planning, continuous improvement and transparent work practices. Liaise with others in a professional, respectful and constructive manner. Take reasonable care to protect their health and safety and the health and safety of others. To engage in professional supervision and other reflective practice opportunities as required.   Selection Criteria Hold or be eligible to hold a current practicing certificate in the relevant jurisdiction. An awareness of the legal issues facing survivors of child sexual abuse and demonstrated experience practicing in a relevant area or areas of law; (such as experience in personal injury law and/or acting for victims of crime or other clients who have experienced complex trauma). Understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and the ability to provide culturally safe services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Ability to work flexibly, collaboratively and professionally within a multi-disciplinary team, as well as with external stakeholders. Demonstrated experience in managing multiple priorities and timelines across a significant caseload of matters and the ability to work at times with minimal supervision, but to consistently consult and report appropriately. Capacity to accept and respond appropriately to constructive feedback regarding professional capability and work performance. Ability and willingness to travel and work in regional, rural and remote areas, for up to a week at a time.   Qualifications and other requirements There are mandatory qualifications for this role.  A relevant tertiary qualification and professional accreditation is required. The successful candidate will be required to satisfactorily complete a National Police Records Check and a Working with Children Check. The role may involve intrastate and interstate travel to deliver services to clients on an outreach basis, and to undertake community engagement activities. Accordingly a current driver’s licence is desirable. This job description is incorporated into the employment contract.  It is intended as a guide and should not be viewed as an inflexible specification as it may be varied from time to time in light of strategic developments following discussion with the position holder. The role will be expected to work to agreed objectives, which should facilitate achievement of the key responsibilities in accordance with the performance review process.

PLT Standard Format Placement of 75 days. Learn about Family Law, Migration Law, Contract Law, Consumer Law and other areas of general practice and have fun along the way. Become a part of a family with a commitment to work-life balance and well-being.  The position is full-time (suitable part-time candidates may also be considered). The position  will be based somewhere in either Port Melbourne, the CBD or inner North of Melbourne as we are looking to acquire an office as we are growing and are looking for committed individuals who want to learn and immerse themselves in the law during their PLT placement. Work will include drafting of legal letters, affidavits, initiating applications, submissions and the like. You will be under the direct supervision of the Firm's Directors who will provide guidance, mentoring, and hopefully a lifelong association and friendship. Both directors of the Firm are later lawyers. One of our practitioners is a Collaborative Practitioner, working in the Family Law space, where we attempt to preserve relationships and resolve client issues by way of an engaging and flexible process in the best interests of children and the parties. Often joint meetings will involve psychologists, accountants or financial advisors, the legal representatives and the parties.  We are involved in litigation and lots of hands on experience will be gained from a PLT placement with us. As well as the usual legal work, you will have an opportunity to attend Court and Tribunal Appearances gaining essential practical experience in the areas of negotiation and advocacy for your clients.  This is a PLT position, particularly for the standard format of 75 days. We hope to give PLT students a great start to their legal career and an opportunity to do real 'hands on' experience with the guidance and mentoring needed in what can be a tough industry to get your first gig. We are based remotely in both Melbourne and Traralgon with virtual offices and outposts in Niddrie, Ringwood and Camberwell. As we grow, we are looking to take on an office or co-working space near the CBD, Port Melbourne or inner north Melbourne area, where we are able to guide and mentor you in a centralised location.  Please send your resume or curriculum vitae to james.muscat@delanceylegal.com.au  with a covering letter introducing yourself which includes a submission of why you should be accepted for a PLT placement with us. 

Claims Service Consultant – Liability Full-time contract opportunity to take ownership of a portfolio of public / products liability claims Become part of a dynamic, high performing, supportive claims team environment Sydney CBD Location with flexible working options available As a  Claims Service Consultant  in our Liability Claims Unit you will be a part of a results-driven team with a high performance culture responsible for managing claims involving third party material damage, financial loss and personal injury arising from Public and Product Liability or Professional Indemnity policies. These claims are diverse, frequently involving complex legal issues and high net worth. Reporting to the  Non-Injury Claims Manager , this role will be responsible for managing a portfolio of complex professional indemnity and public / products liability claims. You will join a results-driven team consisting of experienced Claims ‎‎Service Consultants and support staff.‎ You’ll be responsible for: Managing a complex portfolio of public / products liability claims in a timely and cost-effective manner Ensuring a high standard of customer service is maintained with our internal and external customers while building a network of professional relationships Continuous communication with internal and external stakeholders to report on claim developments and potential large losses Using your technical experience to thoroughly investigate and assess claims to ensure that appropriate strategies are being implemented and pursued Active communication and negotiation with solicitors and loss adjusters with a view to achieving the best possible outcome for all stakeholders involved Collaborate with colleagues in our global business to ensure best practice claims management is implemented across the portfolio To be successful in this role you’ll have: Prior experience in a legal, claims or insurance environment will be highly regarded Recent law graduates will also be highly regarded Ability to work effectively under pressure and in a fast-paced environment Excellent customer service abilities and solid verbal communication skills Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills The Allianz career difference As part of our team you’ll experience outstanding training with great coaching and learning opportunities. Our culture is inclusive with plenty of team-building and regular events. At Allianz you’ll receive discounts on our products and services and a range of financial incentives. We also value the health and well-being of every individual. Some of our lifestyle benefits include flexible working arrangements. Come and work at a place where you matter. Explore all our opportunities now at allianz.com.au/careers