Eighteen years ago, director at Blumers Personal Injury Lawyers, Phil Schubert, was the bright-eyed, bushytailed student president at University of New England, the usual suspect behind social justice campaigns on campus.
Rallying for others has always been his bread and butter.
“As is the traditional narrative, I came to Canberra to become a public servant and change the world,” he smiles.
“In 2008, I knew I wanted to move into work as a solicitor. I was looking for jobs when a friend recommended Blumers.
“I thought I would only be here for a couple of months, but it just clicked – a totally natural fit,” he says.
“I love that I can help people experiencing the worst moments of their lives and get insight into who they are.”
Over a decade later, Phil remains focused on winning battles for everyday people, helping his clients get back on their feet so they can move on with their lives.
“For me it’s about supporting the mums and dads who are stuck in some bad luck, making the world a better place for them.
“There’s a big difference between nothing and something,” Phil says. “When our clients have nothing, we get them back to that something that can make all the difference.”
“Sometimes, it’s easy to forget when dealing with real people in distressing situations that they are extremely vulnerable. Phil always made me feel that I mattered. Mine was a very long and tiring journey with a great outcome. I have no hesitation recommending Blumers to anyone.”
Bettina, August 19, 2020
Contrary to popular belief, for the majority of Phil’s clients throughout his career in Personal Injury law, it’s their first time at the rodeo.
“They’ve never been so injured before that they needed to make a claim, never had to deal with the experts at insurance companies.
“They’re in a vulnerable position, and at risk of not getting a proper deal – that’s where we come in.
“I always say that you get to be a translator in this line of work, translating what occurred to the judge, then translating back the legal mumbo jumbo to the client so they can stay in the loop.”
In 2016, Mark and Noor [Blumer] invited Amy Burr and Phil to join their partnership team, becoming the four main pillars of the firm.
“It was a big step, and I never looked back,” Phil says.
When searching for new partners in their family firm, Mark and Noor kept an eye out for the “finishers,” the solicitors known for getting cases to and over the line.
While Phil laughs that he has never counted his total number of settled cases, he notes that to ensure they settle before going to court, as most do, you have to build a particularly strong case.
On top of attention to detail and expert discretion, Blumers excels in this corner by funding all investigation expenses.
“A doctor’s report can cost a few thousand dollars that an everyday person just doesn’t have sitting around, especially if you’re just out of work and paying medical treatment expenses.
“We decided long ago that if we could cover those costs, the cases would go much more quickly and smoothly for our clients. Plus, it’s our skin in the game, so you know we’re in your corner.”
For a lawyer who will get your Personal Injury case over the line, find Phil Schubert at Blumers Lawyers, Level 12, 15 London Circuit, Canberra City.
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