Principal Lawyer (Litigation)
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.
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.✍️
Drafting legal documents
Drafting documents including advices, pleadings, submissions, and other court documents, as well as preparing transactional documents.⚖️
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.View
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Civil legal proceedings experience
Significant experience in conducting civil legal proceedings, preferably in the Land and Environment Court.View
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Legislative interpretation skills
Sound knowledge of legislative regulatory frameworks and their interpretation.View
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