Our client is a highly regarded personal injury and compensation law firm seeking a Graduate Lawyer with prior personal injury experience to join its Brisbane-based team. This is a rare opportunity to build a specialist career in plaintiff personal injury working directly with and learning from the Principal of the firm. You will gain immediate exposure to meaningful, client-facing work across a range of matters and supported by structured mentorship and hands-on experience from day one. About the Role This Graduate Lawyer position is suited to a junior practitioner who already has exposure to personal injury law and is ready to transition into a more autonomous and responsibility-driven role. You will work closely with the firms Principal and other solicitors, supporting the end-to-end management of compensation claims from initial instructions through to settlement and litigation. This is a high-exposure role offering genuine responsibility early in your career in personal injury law . Key Responsibilities Assisting with carriage of personal injury and insurance compensation matters Drafting legal correspondence, court documents, and settlement submissions Conducting legal research across Queensland personal injury legislation and case law Preparing briefs for counsel, medical experts, and barristers Supporting client communication and maintaining strong file progression Assisting with liability assessment, quantum analysis, and settlement preparation About You You are a motivated and detail-oriented junior lawyer with prior experience in personal injury law and a strong desire to further develop your litigation expertise. You will have: Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent qualification Eligibility for admission as a solicitor in Queensland (or completing PLT) Previous experience in personal injury law (legal clerkship, paralegal, or junior solicitor role) Strong written and verbal communication skills Excellent attention to detail and organisation skills A genuine interest in plaintiff personal injury or insurance litigation A professional, empathetic, and client-focused approach You will be highly regarded if you also have: Experience in litigation, insurance, or compensation law environments Strong academic performance in torts, civil procedure, or evidence What's on Offer Direct mentorship from Accredited Specialists in personal injury law Early exposure to complex and meaningful personal injury matters Structured training and clear career progression pathway Supportive and collaborative team environment Hands-on responsibility from the outset Competitive salary package aligned with experience How to Apply If you have prior experience in personal injury law and are ready to take the next step in your career, apply now via SEEK with your CV Rutherford Kennedy Senior Legal Recruitment Specialist | HarperLloyd Recruitment 0483 956 099 | rutherford@harperlloyd.com.au HarperLloyd Recruitment is a specialist legal recruiter supporting Lawyers across private practice and in-house, and opportunities. All applications will be treated in strict confidence. SCR-rutherford-kennedy
