Defending Professionals
We are seeking an experienced professional to join our national General Insurance practice, working with a highly regarded team based in Brisbane.
The primary focus of this role will be defending claims against professionals including those in the construction industry, financial services and legal sector as well as defending claims in the health and medical sector (medical malpractice).
Key Responsibilities:
* Client interaction and strategy;
* Collaboration 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
To be successful in this role you will have:
* A minimum of three years of post-admission experience in general insurance law;
* Experience in professional indemnity / financial lines matters;
* Experience in the day-to-day management of files and in running matters through court proceedings;
* A proactive 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.