This is a Lawyer (Medical Negligence) role with Maurice Blackburn Lawyers based in Melbourne, VIC, AU Maurice Blackburn Lawyers Role Seniority - mid level More about the Lawyer (Medical Negligence) role at Maurice Blackburn Lawyers Company Description We welcome fearless thinkers. For over 100 years, Maurice Blackburn has stood up for those who need us most. With courage and compassion, we extend access to justice to countless Australians. We look beyond the immediate challenge to support people in moments that matter across their lives, and continually push for better solutions for our clients. We invest in and empower our people to stand up for what we believe in and go fearlessly forward together. We work on real cases, achieving important and positive results in real people’s lives, which is why we are one of Australia’s most respected law firms. Maurice Blackburn, experience you can count on. About the role: Our Medical Negligence team are leaders in the field. They have successfully represented hundreds of patients and their families from across the country in complex and sensitive medical negligence matters, securing favourable outcomes in all aspects of medical care, including surgical injuries, medication errors, obstetrics, misdiagnosis and delayed diagnosis, paediatrics, and suicide. Our National Medical Negligence team of experienced legal professionals are committed to achieving just outcomes for our clients, advocating for improvements to patient safety and often speaking at both legal and medical conferences on legal issues specifically but also more broadly on healthcare and patient safety issues. As part of your role, you’ll face ongoing challenges that require leveraging your technical expertise and experience in medical negligence. Your commitment to achieving equitable outcomes for our clients will be put to the test. We are looking for a lawyer in our Melbourne team, with a strong client service focus, a personable approach where relationships matter to you, and a strong commitment to social justice. You will ideally have 2-3 years PAE however if you have a strong desire to forge a career within Medical Negligence we want to hear from you. This is a permanent, full time role. We are looking for someone who: Works effectively with others and foster positive relationships; Strong client and relationship building skills, you cultivate and manage relationships with referrers and other external stakeholders; Contributes to team success and collaborates seamlessly; Resourceful, you find creative solutions and adapt to challenges; Determined and motivated to make a difference, driving successful outcomes; Client focussed with a genuine passion for helping people; Prior experience working within a Personal injury, Medical Negligence or Litigation environment. Your role will involve: Review and analysis of records; Drafting written communications to clients; Briefing medical experts, and allied health professionals; Drafting court documents; Attending court for procedural hearings; Deeply understanding clients needs, You love what you do, and this is evidence in the success of your work. Team MB Benefits: Ongoing coaching and career development opportunities End of Year leave, 1 day first year, 4 days after 2 years Comprehensive mental health framework, including wellbeing leave (up to 4 extra days per year) and $299 reimbursement 22 Weeks Parental leave with your superannuation guaranteed and back-to-work transition policy Rewards and recognition platform with fitness, retail, and entertainment discounts A hybrid flex working model Salary Continuance & Life Insurance 17.5% Annual Leave Loading … just to name a few. *T's & C's apply Our shared values represent what we stand for and guide how we act, with Courage; Compassion; Collaboration; Fairness and Tenacity. We love that you have a life outside of work and we’re happy to support yours. We provide you a safe, supportive and collaborative environment, backed by inclusive leaders and progressive people policies, where you can be your authentic self and thrive. Here we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture, enriched by differences in ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, age and family arrangements. Applications from First Nations People are encouraged. Are you ready to join us on a journey to extend access to justice to more Australians, in an organisation and role in which every action you take makes a difference? Apply now. Additional Information Our Circle Back Initiative partnership means we’re committed to responding to every applicant. Please note that all successful candidates will be required to undergo background checks as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant workplace Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Maurice Blackburn Lawyers team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Reviewing and analyzing records ✍️ Drafting communications and court documents ⚕️ Briefing medical experts Key Strengths Client service focus Relationship building ⚖️ Legal expertise in medical negligence Creativity in problem-solving Experience in personal injury or litigation Public speaking A Final Note: This is a role with Maurice Blackburn Lawyers not with Hatch.
