• Permanent, full-time position
• Our HW Evolve approach includes hybrid and flexible working. WFH and from modern, open plan offices.  We will provide you with WFH IT equipment plus reimbursement of up to $500 for additional equipment
• Competitive remuneration and our Hallstar reward and recognition program
• Learning and career development programs for all roles and levels
• Flexible leave options, including up to 26 weeks paid parental leave
• Free daily breakfast and office social events
• Genuine commitment to diversity, inclusion and wellbeing, and pro bono and community

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About the role and team

We have an opportunity for a Senior Associate or Special Counsel to join our thriving national General Insurance practice, working with a highly regarded team, based in Brisbane.

Our national General Insurance practice advises on and manages litigated claims for a number of major insurers, reinsurers and corporates, and on behalf of significant clients in a wide variety of industries. We sit on the legal panels of Australia’s top general insurers, as well as a number of other local and international insurers.

The primary focus of this role will be property/construction insurance including high-quantum property recoveries, as well as first-party insurance/indemnity disputes, property damage defence claims and general insurance matters.

You will be responsible for and have carriage of your own files, with appropriate supervision from our supportive and industry leading partners.

You will be responsible for:

• client interaction and strategy;
• working with a team of lawyers;
• reviewing documents and preparing evidence;
• drafting correspondence to the Court and third parties;
• conferencing with witnesses and preparing witness statements;
• preparing briefs for counsel;
• drafting Court documents and attendance at Court;
• drafting client advices; and
• drafting letters of instruction to experts.

About you

You will ideally have the following skills and experience:

• minimum five years of post-admission experience in general insurance law;
• experience in property/construction recoveries, liability defence acting on behalf of insurers;
• experience in the day-to-day management of files and in running matters through court proceedings;
• experience supervising, mentoring and delegating to junior lawyers or paralegals;
• a team player, with a ‘can do’ attitude, and a strong interest in defendant insurance law;
• excellent technical, analytical and drafting skills with a keen attention to detail;
• excellent verbal and written communication skills; and
• the ability to organise and prioritise effectively.

About us

At Hall & Wilcox, we deliver outstanding legal services to corporate, public sector and private clients, both Australian-based and those offshore doing business in Australia. Our purpose is to enable our clients, our people and our communities to thrive.

We are known for having a great culture that puts people first. A culture where our purpose and values - our Hallmarks - are lived, not laminated.

We do great work, smarter. We’re passionate about the work we do and how it creates value for today and tomorrow. We’re famous for Smarter Law: smarter thinking to create smarter solutions. We embrace innovative thinking and technology. We listen. We partner. We solve.  

Hall & Wilcox is a successful independent Australian law firm; a place to belong, with the freedom to learn and grow. We thrive together. We are diverse and inclusive; everyone is welcome and respected. We encourage applications from candidates of all cultural backgrounds (including First Nations), age, abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.

Hear from our people about what it’s like to thrive at Hall & Wilcox: bit.ly/HWpeople

To learn more about Hall & Wilcox visit our website.

Apply now

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We are committed to supporting candidates with disability so that every candidate is offered a fair, equitable and supportive recruitment experience. If you require any adjustments or support to complete your application, or if you have any questions, please contact Jaimie Monahan, Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor, at Jaimie.Monahan@hallandwilcox.com.au for a confidential discussion.

This vacancy is being managed directly by the Hall & Wilcox Talent Acquisition team. We will contact our preferred agency partners should we require any assistance.

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