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Principal Solicitor, Litigation and Dispute Resolution
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Department of Justice and Community Safety
Job Description
Exposure to interesting legal work and high profile matters
Join a supportive team environment
Hybrid work - enjoy the flexibility of office and remote work
Ongoing Flexible work options available - opportunity can be full-timeor part-time
VPS 6.1 $142,790 - $166,938 plus superannuation per annum
About the VGSO
The Victorian Government Solicitor's Office (VGSO) serves the rule of law exclusively for the State.
Our place within government ensures we are at the centre of legal change, reform and problem-solving. We operate as a service-driven legal professional practice and strive for excellence in this competitive environment. We role-model the Victorian Public Sector values and VGSO's Our Compass, which guide how we work together in everything we do: Proud of what we do; Value every voice; Learn, grow, thrive; Always evolving; Act with care.
About the branch
The Litigation and Dispute Resolution (LDR) branch comprises of a number of legal teams that provide specialist legal services to a wide range of government clients and departments, tackling matters that are both high profile and of public interest.
The branch is the largest within the VGSO and is led by the Assistant Victorian Government Solicitor (LDR) who is supported by approximately 95 employees, being solicitors and legal support who work within teams.
Our areas of expertise include:
State care, personal injury, and negligence claims (including historical institutional abuse claims involving former minors and young persons in the care of the State)
General civil, police civil, and tortious claims
Coronial investigations including inquests
Supervision order proceedings pursuant to the Crimes (Mental Impairment and Unfitness to be Tried) Act 1997
Supervision order and detention order proceedings pursuant to the Serious Offenders Act 2018
Post-sentence orders pursuant to the Criminal Code Act 1995 (Cth)
Judicial review and statutory interpretation
Contempt of court, defamation, injunctions, and vexatious litigant applications
A strong focus of the LDR branch is providing specialist litigation services in matters involving state care, personal injury, and negligence claims. Our teams primarily handle personal injury claims brought by former wards of the State and other individuals who experienced similar circumstances, including those involving historical institutional abuse.
About the role
An exciting opportunity has become available for a motivated and experienced Principal Solicitor looking for a challenging and rewarding role involving the provision of expert legal services to government clients, the management of complex litigation, and the ability to mentor a team of talented legal professionals.
The LDR branch prioritises professional development across all levels in a safe, supportive learning environment with direct access to senior leadership. Reporting to the Managing Principal Solicitor, your role as a Principal Solicitor will be focussed upon delivering specialist legal advice and representation in state care and personal injury matters. However, you will also have the opportunity to play a pivotal role in managing complex and sensitive litigation across a diverse range of cases.
Your responsibilities will include:
Managing and supervising strategic civil litigation
Independently managing a diverse caseload
Supervising and mentoring junior solicitors and paralegals
Playing a strategic and operational role within the team and the LDR branch
Additionally, you will have the opportunity to support other streams of work within the branch, ensuring a varied and enriching experience.
We welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible work arrangements, including part-time hours.
Skills and experience
Ideal candidate will have 6+ years post-admission experience
Demonstrated experience in conducting complex and sensitive litigation in state courts and tribunals, particularly personal injury/civil litigation, including a sound knowledge of relevant court practices and procedures
Experience providing comprehensive written and oral legal advice which is fit for purpose
Experience acting for government or statutory authorities and/or insurers would be highly regarded
Proven experience supervising files and/or mentoring staff
Good interpersonal communication skills to truly connect with team-members and work together to deliver exceptional results for our clients
Proven ability to effectively manage competing priorities, within a fast-paced dynamic environment
Practical and client focused problem solving and research skills
A strong focus on turnaround time and ability to work under pressure
Criminal law/quasi-criminal law experience will be highly regarded.
Join a supportive team environment
Hybrid work - enjoy the flexibility of office and remote work
Ongoing Flexible work options available - opportunity can be full-timeor part-time
VPS 6.1 $142,790 - $166,938 plus superannuation per annum
About the VGSO
The Victorian Government Solicitor's Office (VGSO) serves the rule of law exclusively for the State.
Our place within government ensures we are at the centre of legal change, reform and problem-solving. We operate as a service-driven legal professional practice and strive for excellence in this competitive environment. We role-model the Victorian Public Sector values and VGSO's Our Compass, which guide how we work together in everything we do: Proud of what we do; Value every voice; Learn, grow, thrive; Always evolving; Act with care.
About the branch
The Litigation and Dispute Resolution (LDR) branch comprises of a number of legal teams that provide specialist legal services to a wide range of government clients and departments, tackling matters that are both high profile and of public interest.
The branch is the largest within the VGSO and is led by the Assistant Victorian Government Solicitor (LDR) who is supported by approximately 95 employees, being solicitors and legal support who work within teams.
Our areas of expertise include:
State care, personal injury, and negligence claims (including historical institutional abuse claims involving former minors and young persons in the care of the State)
General civil, police civil, and tortious claims
Coronial investigations including inquests
Supervision order proceedings pursuant to the Crimes (Mental Impairment and Unfitness to be Tried) Act 1997
Supervision order and detention order proceedings pursuant to the Serious Offenders Act 2018
Post-sentence orders pursuant to the Criminal Code Act 1995 (Cth)
Judicial review and statutory interpretation
Contempt of court, defamation, injunctions, and vexatious litigant applications
A strong focus of the LDR branch is providing specialist litigation services in matters involving state care, personal injury, and negligence claims. Our teams primarily handle personal injury claims brought by former wards of the State and other individuals who experienced similar circumstances, including those involving historical institutional abuse.
About the role
An exciting opportunity has become available for a motivated and experienced Principal Solicitor looking for a challenging and rewarding role involving the provision of expert legal services to government clients, the management of complex litigation, and the ability to mentor a team of talented legal professionals.
The LDR branch prioritises professional development across all levels in a safe, supportive learning environment with direct access to senior leadership. Reporting to the Managing Principal Solicitor, your role as a Principal Solicitor will be focussed upon delivering specialist legal advice and representation in state care and personal injury matters. However, you will also have the opportunity to play a pivotal role in managing complex and sensitive litigation across a diverse range of cases.
Your responsibilities will include:
Managing and supervising strategic civil litigation
Independently managing a diverse caseload
Supervising and mentoring junior solicitors and paralegals
Playing a strategic and operational role within the team and the LDR branch
Additionally, you will have the opportunity to support other streams of work within the branch, ensuring a varied and enriching experience.
We welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible work arrangements, including part-time hours.
Skills and experience
Ideal candidate will have 6+ years post-admission experience
Demonstrated experience in conducting complex and sensitive litigation in state courts and tribunals, particularly personal injury/civil litigation, including a sound knowledge of relevant court practices and procedures
Experience providing comprehensive written and oral legal advice which is fit for purpose
Experience acting for government or statutory authorities and/or insurers would be highly regarded
Proven experience supervising files and/or mentoring staff
Good interpersonal communication skills to truly connect with team-members and work together to deliver exceptional results for our clients
Proven ability to effectively manage competing priorities, within a fast-paced dynamic environment
Practical and client focused problem solving and research skills
A strong focus on turnaround time and ability to work under pressure
Criminal law/quasi-criminal law experience will be highly regarded.
