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Principal Lawyer (Litigation)

SeniorFull-timeOfficeSydney NSW, AustraliaPosted 14 hours agoVerified 1 day ago
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About the job

The Principal Lawyer (Litigation) job offers an exciting opportunity to provide high-quality legal advice and representation within the Department of Customer Service's Legal team. This role is crucial for ensuring fair and efficient compensation frameworks related to coal mine subsidence. The team thrives in a fast-paced environment, valuing collaboration, independence, and innovative problem-solving.

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You'll be responsible for

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Providing legal advice

Providing timely, high-quality legal advice on critical legal issues and civil matters on behalf of Subsidence Advisory NSW.
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Drafting legal documents

Drafting documents including advices, pleadings, submissions, and other court documents, as well as preparing transactional documents.
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Conducting civil matters

Conducting civil matters primarily in the Land and Environment Court and instructing counsel where appropriate.

Key criteria

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Valid practising certificate

Hold or eligible to hold a valid practising certificate in New South Wales.

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Civil legal proceedings experience

Significant experience in conducting civil legal proceedings, preferably in the Land and Environment Court.

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Legislative interpretation skills

Sound knowledge of legislative regulatory frameworks and their interpretation.

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5 criteria for this job
Valid practising certificate
Hold or eligible to hold a valid practising certificate in New South Wales.

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Civil legal proceedings experience
Significant experience in conducting civil legal proceedings, preferably in the Land and Environment Court.

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Legislative interpretation skills
Sound knowledge of legislative regulatory frameworks and their interpretation.

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Negotiation and advocacy skills
Proven negotiation and advocacy skills in legal contexts.

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Analytical and problem-solving ability
Strong analytical skills with a creative approach to legal principles.

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