Paralegal - Dispute Resolution & Litigation
6 days ago
We are a modern Australian law firm with a leading reputation. We focus on exceptional service, operational excellence and being at the forefront of employee experience. We work closely with Australian and international businesses, organisations and governments.
**About the role**
We have an exciting and rare opportunity for a Paralegal to join our well-regarded Dispute Resolution & Litigation team. Working alongside Partners Mark Henry and Angela Barac and the wider team, this role will provide high-level support to lawyers working on matters across state and commonwealth government in areas of administrative law, Royal Commissions, dispute resolution, procurement and tendering, governance and statutory interpretation.
Your role will be to support the lawyers in day-to-day file management, including:
- Working closely with the Lawyers and Partners on a high-volume of matters
- Reviewing a large volume of documentation
- Liaising with Lawyers and Legal Assistants to ensure matters are on track
- Providing regular updates and reports to both internal and external clients on the stage of a matter
- Co-ordinating and preparing court documents and legal advices
- Providing ad-hoc administrative assistance
**About you**
As a career Paralegal, you will enjoy maintaining ownership of your role, you will be a team player who prides themselves in exceeding expectations, and you will thoroughly enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. You will also bring the following skills and experience:
- Previous experience as a Paralegal working in a high-volume practice.
- Strong attention to detail and matter management skills.
- Refined organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and work efficiently in a time-sensitive environment.
- Excellent communication skills and a collegiate approach.
In turn, you will have the opportunity to join a well-regarded team with exposure to complex and high-profile work.
**Why join Maddocks?**
Maddocks is simply a great place to do great work. We foster a culture of collaboration, learning and engagement where you will experience:
**A diverse and inclusive workplace**: We have been named an employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workforce Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) every year since 2004 along with being named a Bronze Employer at the Australian Workplace Equality Index's 2024 LGBTQ Inclusion Awards. We promote diversity internally through our Maddocks Gender Equality Network, Maddocks CALD and Maddocks Pride groups.
**Career Development**: Learn and develop through structured learning and development programs at each stage of your career and study support programs.
**Community involvement**: give back to the communities in which we operate through our thriving pro bono and grants programs and staff volunteering initiatives.
**Work flexibly**: work in a hybrid way with part of your week in the office and support to set up your home office.
**Wellbeing & Benefits**: access to up to 20 weeks paid parental leave, discounted gym memberships & health insurance, salary continuance insurance, Employee Assistance Program and parents and carers wellbeing programs.
Our people are our greatest advocates and we believe this is a result of our inclusive culture and focus on complex and interesting work.
**Ready for your next career move? Make your Move to Maddocks
-
Paralegal - Litigation & Dispute Resolution
4 days ago
Melbourne, Australia K&L Gates Full timeLitigation and Dispute Resolution | Melbourne Metropolitan Closing date: 25/10/2024 **DISCOVER **more opportunities to **DEVELOP **your talents and **THRIVE **in a dynamic legal landscape. K&L Gates' complex commercial litigation and disputes practice has tremendous capabilities and is well-equipped to take on the most complex and difficult engagements...
-
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Department Of Justice And Community Safety, Victoria Full timeParalegal Team Leader, Litigation and Dispute Resolution Join to apply for the Paralegal Team Leader, Litigation and Dispute Resolution role at Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria Paralegal Team Leader, Litigation and Dispute Resolution 2 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Paralegal Team Leader, Litigation and...
-
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Department Of Justice And Community Safety, Victoria Full timeParalegal Team Leader, Litigation and Dispute Resolution Join to apply for the Paralegal Team Leader, Litigation and Dispute Resolution role at Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria Paralegal Team Leader, Litigation and Dispute Resolution2 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Paralegal Team Leader, Litigation and...
-
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria Full timeParalegal Team Leader, Litigation and Dispute ResolutionJoin to apply for the Paralegal Team Leader, Litigation and Dispute Resolution role at Department of Justice and Community Safety, VictoriaParalegal Team Leader, Litigation and Dispute Resolution2 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Paralegal Team Leader, Litigation and...
-
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria Full timeParalegal Team Leader, Litigation and Dispute ResolutionJoin to apply for the Paralegal Team Leader, Litigation and Dispute Resolution role at Department of Justice and Community Safety, VictoriaParalegal Team Leader, Litigation and Dispute Resolution2 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Paralegal Team Leader, Litigation and...
-
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria Full timeParalegal Team Leader, Litigation and Dispute ResolutionJoin to apply for the Paralegal Team Leader, Litigation and Dispute Resolution role at Department of Justice and Community Safety, VictoriaParalegal Team Leader, Litigation and Dispute Resolution2 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Paralegal Team Leader, Litigation and...
-
Paralegal, Litigation
5 days ago
Melbourne, Australia Victorian Government Solicitor's Office Full timeLocation: Melbourne | CBD Job type: Full time Organisation: Victorian Government Solicitor's Office **Salary**: $58,539 - $75,175 Occupation: Legal Reference: VG/VGSO831 - Unique opportunity to gain exposure to Government clients while working on diverse matters of high profile public interest - Develop your legal skills and knowledge - Hybrid working...
-
Paralegal, Litigation
5 days ago
Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Justice and Community Safety Full timeUnique opportunity to gain exposure to Government clients while working on diverse matters of high profile public interest - Develop your legal skills and knowledge - Hybrid working from home/office environment - Ongoing | Full-time - VPS 2 58,539 - $75,175 plus superannuation per annum **About the VGSO** The Victorian Government Solicitor's Office (VGSO)...
-
Paralegal, Litigation
2 weeks ago
Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Justice and Community Safety Full timeUnique opportunity to gain exposure to Government clients while working on diverse matters of high profile public interest - Develop your legal skills and knowledge - Hybrid working from home/office environment - Ongoing | Full-time - VPS 2 58,539 - $75,175 plus superannuation per annum **About the VGSO** The Victorian Government Solicitor's Office (VGSO)...
-
Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Justice and Community Safety Full time**Lead and inspire a team of**paralegals in a supportive, high-performing environment - **Streamline legal support operations** by driving process improvements and workflow efficiency - **Hybrid work**: - enjoy the flexibility of office and remote work - **Ongoing** | Full-time - **VPS 4** $97,955 - $111,142 plus superannuation per annum **About the...
