CareerPlan

Paralegal – Federal Workers Compensation

Newcastle, New South WalesFull-time2026-10-08 → 2026-10-22

Core

2nd year law student assisting with Federal Workers Compensation matters for insurers, self-insured organisations, and government agencies.

Role type

junior paralegal (law student)

Builds

legal claims and case management processes for statutory lines

Domain

legal services / insurance / workers compensation

Required skills

legal research, chronology preparation, document drafting, witness interview support, legal investigation, case management, regulatory compliance monitoring

Preferred skills

prior experience in legal, insurance, or professional services

Technologies

Administrative Review Tribunal systems, social media surveillance tools

Responsibilities

Assist with summons and T-documents processes, prepare chronologies, book medical appointments, organize service providers, conduct legal research, perform social media surveillance, communicate with tribunals and counsel, draft Tribunal documents, speak with witnesses and brief experts, prepare reports, delegate administrative tasks, stay abreast of industry updates and legislation

Seniority

Junior, student intern