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Senior Legal Assistant (QLD Med Neg)

SeniorFull-timeOfficeBrisbane QLD, AustraliaLegalPosted 1 week agoVerified 1 week ago
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About the job

This job is about joining the high-performing Brisbane team as a Senior Legal Assistant within the Medical Negligence practice. The role is crucial in delivering exceptional client service and supporting complex matters, making a real difference in people's lives. The team thrives on collaboration, empathy, and a commitment to achieving optimal outcomes together.

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You'll be responsible for

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Championing client outcomes

Demonstrating empathy while working with individuals navigating challenging medical circumstances.
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Providing mentorship

Offering guidance and training to junior legal support staff to enhance team capabilities.
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Managing workflows

Proactively ensuring that deadlines and priorities are met while maintaining high accuracy and discretion.

Key criteria

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Legal assistant experience

Proven experience as a Legal Assistant, ideally at a senior level.

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Medical negligence expertise

Experience in Medical Negligence or Personal Injury cases is essential.

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Document drafting skills

Experience drafting correspondence and court documents for litigation.

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5 criteria for this job
Legal assistant experience
Proven experience as a Legal Assistant, ideally at a senior level.

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Medical negligence expertise
Experience in Medical Negligence or Personal Injury cases is essential.

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Document drafting skills
Experience drafting correspondence and court documents for litigation.

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Client rapport building
Demonstrated ability to build rapport with clients in sensitive situations.

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Workflow management
Proven ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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