Lawyer

Why join us?

DWF is currently in our growth mode! Which means it is the perfect time to accelerate your career with us.

We are looking for a Lawyer/Associate to join our highly collaborative Public Liability team based in Sydney CBD on a full-time basis.

You will deliver strategic and pragmatic legal advice across a broad-spectrum of Casualty/Public Liability matters. The practice will be focused on personal injury defence and providing coverage advice in NSW and ACT regions.

The role will also be mainly servicing Lloyds Syndicates and large deductible insured corporates with a particular focus on advising clients in construction, hospitality and security, retail, sports and leisure sectors.

As an Associate, you will receive mentorship and coaching from a tight-knit team of Senior Lawyers and Principals, while also having the resource to delegate to paralegals and legal assistants.

We offer very flexible hybrid working which helps our people create a healthy work-life balance! All your technology needs will also be provided for you to perform your role.

Responsibilities

• Assist Senior Fee Earners with day-to-day conduct of litigated and unlitigated Casualty matters
• Draft and review contracts, policies, procedures including pleadings, motions and settlement agreements.
• Providing expert legal advice throughout the litigation process.
• Liaise with clients, counsel, experts, and other stakeholders.
• Adhere to firm policies and ensure confidentiality at all times.
• Attend court appearances in Sydney as and when required.

What will help you succeed in this role?

• Minimum 2 years' post-admission experience in Casualty or related litigation.
• Strong drafting and advocacy skills.
• Collaborative mindset and commitment to high performance.
• Clear concise legal writing skills.
• Experience in day-to-day management of litigated files.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office products (including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Excel), along with the willingness to be trained further.
• A willingness to adopt and utilise AI and new technologies.
• A proactive attitude with the ability to learn quickly.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• High level of professionalism and ethical standards.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

What we offer

At DWF, we deeply appreciate the significance of offering a comprehensive rewards package that extends beyond a basic salary. Our commitment is to ensure that each member of our team not only feels valued but is also duly rewarded throughout their tenure with us. Upon joining our organisation, you will have the opportunity to select from a diverse array of benefits, allowing you to carefully tailor a package that perfectly aligns with your individual needs and those of your family. In addition to our standard benefits, we offer a wide range of flexible benefits and robust well-being programs.

Our recruitment process upholds the highest standards of fairness and engagement. It includes comprehensive interviews and, at times, a written assessment, an assessment day, or presentation. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support.

About us

DWF is a global legal business providing Complex, Managed and Connected Services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.