Personal Injury Lawyer – Expression of Interest

At Longton Compensation Lawyers, we are dedicated to helping Australians secure the compensation they deserve every day. Our focus is entirely on our clients: supporting them through every step of their compensation journey with expertise, empathy, and an innovative approach to legal care. We pride ourselves on delivering strong, efficient outcomes while continuously improving our knowledge and adapting to the evolving legal landscape.

We are inviting expressions of interest from motivated Solicitors and Associates to join our Queensland personal injury team. We welcome applications from junior lawyers through to practitioners with up to 7 years’ post-admission experience who are passionate about client care and share our enthusiasm and values.

Role Overview

Depending on your level of experience, you will manage or assist with a varied portfolio of Queensland personal injury matters, which may include workers’ compensation, motor vehicle accident, public liability, medical negligence matters, TPD and disability insurance claims and institutional abuse claims, working closely with experienced practitioners and supported by dedicated paralegal and administrative staff.

The role can be tailored to suit your level of experience, with appropriate supervision, mentoring, client interaction, and increasing responsibility for strategic case management as your capability develops.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage or assist with a portfolio of personal injury matters, with the level of autonomy reflecting your experience
• Conduct liability and quantum assessments and develop effective claim strategies
• Manage matters through the applicable Queensland pre-litigation and statutory claim processes
• Ensure compliance with limitation periods, statutory obligations, and procedural requirements
• Progress claims efficiently toward resolution or litigation where appropriate
• Provide clear, practical legal advice throughout the claim lifecycle
• Draft and review legal correspondence, notices of claim, and settlement documentation
• Prepare matters for compulsory conferences, mediations, and negotiations
• Brief and liaise with counsel and expert witnesses
• Negotiate settlements with insurers and opposing representatives
• Maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication
• Liaise with insurers, medical practitioners, experts, and other stakeholders
• Provide guidance and direction to paralegal and administrative support staff as required
• Maintain high-quality file management and documentation standards
• Ensure matters progress in accordance with firm procedures and regulatory obligations
• Contribute to precedent development and workflow improvements
• Contribute towards business development and networking initiatives.

Key Requirements

• Admission as an Australian legal practitioner, with experience ranging from junior level to 7 years’ post-admission experience; exposure to any area of Queensland personal injury law will be highly regarded
• Ability to manage or assist with a file load appropriate to your level of experience, with suitable supervision and support
• Knowledge of, or a demonstrated interest in developing expertise across, Queensland personal injury legislation, claim processes and procedures
• Excellent communication, organisational, and time-management skills
• Experience in, or a willingness to learn, the preparation of matters for compulsory conferences and settlement negotiations
• Excellent organisational, time-management, and communication skills
• Strong client service mindset and attention to detail

Desirable

• Additional language skills will be highly regarded.

Why Join Us?

At Longton Compensation Lawyers, our people are central to our mission. We are a diverse, multi-disciplinary team that collaborates to provide tailored legal solutions. We celebrate multiculturalism and linguistic diversity, giving us a unique ability to connect with clients from all backgrounds. If you’re looking for a role where your skills directly contribute to helping people and where innovation and professional growth are encouraged, this is the place for you.

Register your interest today and be part of a firm that puts clients first, values expertise, and supports your career growth every step of the way.

How to Apply

To express your interest, please submit your CV and Cover Letter by selecting APPLY, addressed to our Talent Acquisition team. Applications will be considered as opportunities arise, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.