Law Graduate
JDK Legal Services is a medium sized, boutique firm seeking to employ a graduate to work predominantly in personal injuries.
Kate Dempster is the sole director and heads up the Personal Injuries Department. Kate and her team have many years of experience working with people who have suffered personal injuries. The type of work you will be employed to do includes:
* applications to WorkCover or at the Administrative Appeals Tribunal to resolve disputes arising between injured workers and insurers;
* advice and representation for injured workers with an entitlement to commence a negligence claim in the District Court;
* advice and representation for persons injured in motor vehicle accidents; and
* negotiation of settlement and dispute resolution for personal injury, workers' compensation and motor vehicle accident claims.
We are looking for a friendly, motivated and reliable person to join our team. A keen interest in personal injury law, especially workers' compensation, will be highly regarded.
Our ideal candidate will have excellent oral and written communication skills as the role includes significant contact with clients, insurance companies and other lawyers. The role will best suit someone interested in a practical approach to helping individuals obtain positive outcomes from a complex and intimidating system and who is prepared for a hands-on experience in a busy law firm.
Salary will be commensurate with experience.
Please contact Kristy, Office Manager at to express your interest in the position. Please attach your resume and provide a brief statement as to why you will be suited to the position.