Zaparas Lawyers Hiring For WorkCover Lawyer Epping 2 at Pappanamcode, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala Full Time

Founded in 1981, Zaparas Lawyers has a proud tradition of service as a family business supporting clients in compensable injury. Our strong Firm ethos is underscored by believing in a society where all individuals have appropriate redress when they suffer loss. In support of this ethos we do everything in our power to make the legal process as open, uncomplicated, and as non-frightening for our clients as possible. By providing the best advice we achieve just compensation for clients and earn a strong reputation in our field.

The Position

As an experienced WorkCover lawyer, you will be working within a team and be mentored by a Senior Lawyer. You will work on your own client portfolio with a mix of challenging and complex matters and be responsible for carrying out a variety of legal tasks and providing exceptional client service both face to face, telephone, and video conferencing. This position is suitable for someone who has had hands-on experience in personal injury law and is ready to take their career to the next level.

The Opportunity

A great opportunity has arisen for a full-time WorkCover Lawyer to join our WorkCover team at our Epping office.

The successful candidate will provide expert legal advice and services to our clients within specialist legal practice areas. The role involves legal research, precedent, gathering evidence, and preparing pleadings in court. The role has significant interaction with clients requiring positive client relationships, explaining the legal process as well as instructing other legal practitioners and administrative personnel as required. It includes taking instructions directly from clients, providing advice, and appearing and instructing in Court.

The Successful Applicant

Perform file work, draft legal/court documents, prepare and compile briefs and court judgements.

Prepare matters for Conciliation, Medical Panel, and Court.

Appear and advocate for clients at directions hearings, conciliations, pre-issue conferences, VCAT conferences and the like.

Attend client meetings, court or barrister conferences.

Take instructions from clients, provide legal assistance/advice to clients via face-to-face or telephone including information on statutory benefits and serious injury applications.

Carry out a variety of legal tasks associated with the practice area/s and oversee delegated work of assigned Administrative Staff.

Culture

Zaparas is well known for our welcoming, collaborative and inclusive workplace culture founded on our firm values which are respect for others and self, honesty, integrity, and legal excellence. You will be working in a close-knit team with supportive and friendly supervisors. You will engage in meaningful work to bring positive change for our clients and exceed their expectations in delivering excellent legal service.

Benefits

KPI Bonus scheme – earn up to 20% of your annual salary.

Flexible work arrangements – one day working from home per week.

Career progression and learning and development opportunities.

Extensive health and well-being program including mental health awareness and mindfulness training, Employee Assistance Program, yearly flu shots, and skin checks.