Family Law Legal Assistant | Boutique Melbourne Firm

2 days ago

City of Melbourne, Australia Empire Group Full time

Family Law Legal Assistant | Boutique Melbourne Firm

Join a boutique Melbourne law firm recognised for its excellence in family law and its warm, people-first culture. This respected practice is known for providing exceptional client care and maintaining a friendly, cooperative environment where collaboration and support are at the heart of everything they do. You'll work alongside a small, dedicated team of professionals who genuinely enjoy what they do and value every contribution.

The Firm

The Role

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Family Law Legal Assistant (2+ years) to step into a rewarding, hands‑on role. Working directly with the Managing Partner and Senior Associate, you’ll provide vital support across complex and meaningful family law matters, managing files from initial instruction through to finalisation.

Key responsibilities include:

- Preparing and managing correspondence, court documents, and briefs

- Liaising directly with clients, counsel, and other professionals

- Managing diaries, file organisation, and key deadlines

- Providing proactive support in case preparation and client management

This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a boutique environment and enjoys being part of an in‑office team that values professionalism, collaboration, and fun.

About You

To be successful, you’ll bring:

- Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Family Law Legal Assistant

- Ability to devote a minimum of 4 years to this role

- Strong file management, drafting, and organisational skills

- Excellent communication and client service abilities

- A proactive, dependable, and detail‑focused approach

- A preference for working closely with your team in‑office

Why You’ll Love It Here

- Work alongside respected leaders in family law

- Join a close‑knit and genuinely supportive boutique team

- Enjoy a professional, inclusive, and positive environment

- Exposure to quality, rewarding family law matters

Diversity & Inclusion

At empire group, we value diversity and are committed to equitable recruitment. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ community members, and people of all ages and identities. Our focus is on creating fair, accessible, and culturally safe recruitment processes that genuinely reflect and respect the communities we serve.

Apply Now

Click 'Apply Now' to submit your CV, or contact:

Leni Di Primo
Recruitment Consultant - empire group
0400 108 188
leni.diprimo@empiregroup.com.au
Ref No: 28749

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