Kennedys is looking for a Senior Associate to join our growing liability & casualty team in Melbourne, working closely with specialist Partner, Michael Kavanagh. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload of casualty, product & public liability matters, property damage and Victorian Workcover recovery claims. The vast majority of cases will be litigated, although occasionally there is some early pre-litigation advice required.
This is an opportunity for an experienced lawyer to develop their career working for a reputable global law firm. We are looking for a candidate who is a team player, can develop and maintain excellent client relationships and is keen to be involved in marketing/business development and client training activities.
Types of Matters:
Working for London syndicates and domestic and international insurers, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to handle a variety of claims including but not limited to:
* Casualty work
* Worker claims and Victorian WorkCover Authority recovery claims
* Product & public liability
* Property damage claims
* Policy response advice
Who We Are Looking For:
* 5 years + defendant litigation experience with a focus on liability and casualty claims
* Experience in property damage & Victorian Workcover preferred but not essential
* Ability to run own caseload
* Excellent knowledge and understanding of Australian personal injury law
* Strong academics
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