About LEAP
LEAP is the leading provider of Legal Practice Productivity Solutions in the world and is part of ATI – one of the largest international LegalTech companies. For more than 30 years, our curiosity and commitment to continual improvement has kept us reimagining productivity tools for lawyers and their staff to support our guiding purpose, to ‘Help lawyers who help people’. The market-leading software we develop and support is used by more than 67,000 lawyers and their staff in small and medium-sized law firms.
Working alongside our international team of passionate high achievers, you’ll join a fast-growing technology business where things seldom stay the same for long. With more than 800 smart, caring and ambitious ‘LEAPsters’ working together across Australia, Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, the Republic of Ireland, Poland and New Zealand, you’ll find yourself in good company here.
Meet the Personal Injury team
Personal Injury Law is a division of LEAP Legal Software which specialises in software solutions for our Personal Injury Law vertical. This is a one-of-a-kind team paving the way for a new structure in LEAP which focuses on tailored products for specific areas of law. This team includes experienced legal professionals, developers, designers, and client-focused operational experts. We have in-house Australian Personal Injury Lawyers who are the experts in guiding the direction that our products take, along with a mature client feedback function.
What you'll do
To build the most exceptional and tailored experience for Personal Injury Lawyers, this team need to know every aspect of this area of law in every state. This is where you come in..... You’ll bring your legal experience including your passion for research and the theoretical side of law to help change the way Personal Injury lawyers practice. You’ll consult with our legal experts to help make decisions that contribute to our product roadmap, content plan and database design.
To make this happen, you will
- Conduct comprehensive legal research into legislation, case law, and procedural rules relevant to personal injury claims, including motor vehicle accidents, public liability, and workers' compensation.
- Prepare detailed research memoranda, case summaries, and mock quantum assessments to inform how liability and quantum are assessed in different jurisdictions.
- Analyse complex medical records, expert reports and financial documents to provide an accurate understanding of how liability and quantum are assessed in different states and territories
- Monitor, interpret, and report on legislative changes and judicial trends impacting personal injury law in Australia.
- Assist in developing and maintaining our internal knowledge base, precedents and research resources to enhance efficiency and expertise of the entire practice group
What you'll bring
You’ll have a strong foundation in legal research methodologies and a keen analytical mind, capable of transforming complex information into actionable legal intelligence. Your technical skillset will include:
- A degree in Law, Paralegal Studies, or a related discipline.
- Proven experience in a legal research capacity, ideally within a personal injury, insurance, or litigation practice area.
- High proficiency in using legal research databases such as LexisNexis, Westlaw, and AustLII.
- Exceptional analytical skills with a demonstrated ability to synthesise intricate legal and medical information into clear, concise, and persuasive written advice.
- A strong understanding of the legal principles and legislative frameworks governing personal injury claims in Australia.
You are the type of person who
- Possesses an innate curiosity and a genuine passion for investigative work and problem-solving.
- Is meticulously detail-oriented, understanding that accuracy is paramount in legal analysis.
- Thrives in an autonomous role, demonstrating resourcefulness and initiative to manage competing priorities effectively.
- Is a clear and collaborative communicator, capable of conveying complex findings to legal professionals with confidence and clarity
LEAP is an inclusive, people-first company committed to breaking down institutional barriers that keep people from reaching their potential. If you meet some, but not all of the requirements above, we encourage you to still submit your application.
Why Join LEAP?
- Your work matters. Helping lawyers help people sits at the heart of everything we do. We solve real world problems that improve and support local, everyday law firms. So they can do their best work for the people in the communities they serve.
- Make an impact. You won’t be another ‘cog in the wheel’ here. We give full trust and autonomy for you to be heard, to work on big & complex projects – and to make a real difference.
- Work with a group of authentic, passionate people who love what they do.
- Well-funded and global. LEAP is the leading provider of Legal Practice Productivity Solutions across Australia, Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, the Republic of Ireland and New Zealand. We're part of ATI – one of the largest international LegalTech companies.
- Flexible and hybrid working. We'd like to find this person in Sydney, but we want you to work in a way that suits you and we're open to flexible arrangements that support you.
- Grow your career with us. Our founder Christian Beck has been building legal tech businesses for over 30 years. There are opportunities galore to expand your career based on where your interests lie. We're not afraid to pivot based on market conditions - you will always have the opportunity to stay ahead of the curve and do your best work here.
- Have fun with us. Celebrations. Socials. Sports teams. Access to sailing and yacht events.
- We value your well-being - enjoy an additional paid wellbeing day every year, free gym membership, corporate dental plan and monthly massages in the office. We'll throw in a catered lunch and breakfast every week too. Oh and an on-site barista.
