Lawyer, Professional Indemnity

A growing national quasi - in house insurance-focused legal practice is seeking two lawyers to join its Melbourne team: a Special Counsel and a Junior Lawyer / Associate (1–4 PQE).

This practice operates on a unique model that allows lawyers to focus on genuine legal work — running matters end-to-end, appearing in proceedings, and advising insured clients directly — without billable hour targets or business development requirements.

The Work

• Professional indemnity matters across a range of professions
  

• Personal injury and liability claims
  

• Litigated and advisory work, managed end-to-end
  

• Direct client engagement and court exposure
  

About You

Special Counsel:

• Senior insurance lawyer with strong professional indemnity experience with personal injury
  

• Confident managing complex matters and providing strategic oversight
  

• Enjoys mentoring and contributing to team leadership
  

Junior Lawyer / Associate (1–4 PQE):

• Background in personal injury or litigation
  

• Strong drafting and analytical skills
  

• Keen to develop within a supportive, structured environment
  

Why Consider This Role

• No billables or business development
  

• Collegiate, down-to-earth culture
  

• National work with local team support
  

• Long-term career development and flexibility
  

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level, let’s have a confidential chat: joseph.germano@jlegal.com.au

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