Child Protection Legal Assistant

1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeLitigation Full time $72,751 - $88,736
Job Opportunity

The Child Protection Litigation Office is responsible for providing legal advice and case management for the Child Protection Program. This role supports the office's teams of solicitors in performing various tasks, including file and record management, court listings, case allocations, and barrister briefing.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Provide assistance with office processes, including data entry and documentation management
  • Answer queries and provide timely advice
  • Assist solicitors with child protection litigation
  • Allocate cases on the daily court list
  • Perform administrative tasks associated with file and recording management
  • Undertake court file searches and attend to court filing
  • Keep accurate records of work activities
  • Demonstrate how actions and outcomes impact clients and the department's ability to deliver services
  • Work collaboratively with paralegals and solicitors to achieve objectives

This role requires rotation to different legal teams within the office and demands attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication skills. At value range 2, you will perform these responsibilities with increasing involvement in system improvements, guidance to others, and more complex tasks under direction.

Key Skills and Qualifications:

  • Excellent administrative skills and ability to manage multiple tasks
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team
  • Familiarity with legal procedures and terminology

Benefits:

  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
  • A supportive and collaborative work environment
  • A competitive salary and benefits package

How to Apply:

To be considered for this opportunity, please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, to the designated contact person.

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