Legal Assistant

6 days ago

Braddon n Capital Territory, Australia W3Global Full time $104,000 - $130,878 per year

We are looking for a Legal Assistant to join our busy practice and to work with one of our Principal Solicitors and team in our historical sexual abuse practice.

Key Role Responsibilities

  • Proactive calendar management for solicitors, barristers, clients and witnesses including arranging medico-legal appointments and liaising with people to arrange conferences and attending hearings.
  • Preparing, reviewing, and filing Court documents in various jurisdictions across Australia
  • Preparing and compiling briefs to Counsel in both physical and electronic format, including adding bookmarks and hyperlinks in Adobe Acrobat
  • Manage workload effectively to meet deadlines
  • Excellent telephone manner and communication skills
  • File management and maintaining both physical and electronic files
  • Typing and general administrative tasks
  • Assisting and supporting a Principal Solicitor and the workflow with team members

What We Are Looking For

  • Previous administrative experience
  • Excellent IT skills, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Showing initiative and ability to work proactively
  • Strong time management skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
  • Well organised with excellent attention to detail
  • Ability to work well independently and with members of the team

What We Can Offer

  • Modern offices located on Lonsdale Street in Braddon
  • Attractive salary for the right person
  • Opportunity for promotion and professional development
  • Close, supportive and relaxed team environment
  • Regular social functions throughout the year

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