About Dentons
Dentons is the world's largest law firm. We're 20,000+ people globally across 80+ countries including USA; Europe; India and Asia. We are a global polycentric firm which is expanding rapidly in an increasingly globalised legal industry.
Dentons now consistently ranks as one of the five best regarded legal brands in the world according to the Acritas Global Elite Law Firm Brand Index.
In Australia, our leading Intellectual Property & Technology team represents clients who shape the future, from emerging innovators to leading international brands. Our IP&T; team advises on a broad range of matters across technology, creativity, and commerce, spanning advisory, transactional, and contentious work.
About the Role
Dentons has an exciting prospect for a Legal Assistant to join our Intellectual Property & Technology practice in Melbourne, on a permanent basis. You'll support Partner and Practice Group Leader, Joy Atacador, and the broader IP&T; team, and be involved in helping to manage IP cases for a diverse mix of Australian and international clients.
Our IP experts advise on the full spectrum of intellectual property, including trade marks (including international trade mark portfolio protection, management and enforcement), copyright, designs, confidential information, patents, IP disputes and litigation, IP commercialisation and licensing, domain name disputes, and consumer protection. You'll be joining a highly collaborative and supportive team committed to your development, with access to premium legal work, sophisticated systems, continuing professional development and structured career pathways.
"At the heart of our team is the way we work together to deliver excellent outcomes for our clients. We're a dedicated and collegiate group, trusted by long-standing clients on compelling and often complex matters. In our team, you'll work alongside colleagues who support one another, troubleshoot collaboratively, and invest in each other's development. If you're someone who brings energy, initiative and commitment to the way you work, you'll enjoy working with us." Joy Atacador, Partner & Practice Group Leader, IP&T; (Australia).
Key Responsibilities




Provide administrative support to Joy and the IP&T; team, including file openings, conflict checks, phone management, printing, filing and document preparation
Draft, format and amend correspondence, presentations, reports, and legal documentation
Manage diaries, schedule meetings and coordinate travel arrangements
Diarise deadlines and track follow-up actions in the case management system
Coordinate high-volume invoicing, billing and disbursement processes
Liaise with the Finance team on debtor, trust and audit queries
Partner with the team and Corporate Services (including Business Development/Marketing, Finance, General Counsel, HR and IT) to identify process improvements and contribute to efficiency initiatives
About You
You bring the following qualities, experience and capabilities:
Experience in legal administrative support or professional services administration or a strong interest in undertaking or enhancing your career in legal support
An energetic, proactive, team-oriented approach and commitment to excellent service
Strong attention to detail and organisation, with the ability to manage competing deadlines
Willingness to learn and develop new skills
Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge of Elite (or other finance systems) for billing, expenses, timesheets and reporting
Confident using Outlook and Microsoft Office Suite
Comfortable with legal case management software and leveraging technology to produce high-quality documentation
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
A positive, adaptable, and solutions-focused mindset
Join Dentons Melbourne and become a key part of our IP&T; team, you'll be supporting work that shapes how brands innovate, protect and grow,



all within a team that values collaboration, mentorship and purpose-driven practice.
Why Dentons
Dentons Australia offers a wide range of incentives aimed at embracing your authenticity, providing purpose, and strengthening your ongoing development.
We offer:
Equitable salary packaging, incentive pay and rewards
Salary continuous insurance (for permanent employees or employees on a 6 month or more maximum term contract basis)
Salary sacrificing and novated leases
5 days Bonus Leave per year after 12 months of service
Additional leave options
Equal family leave for all genders (including kinship groups)
Floating public holidays for days of cultural significance
Exclusive retailer discounts
Offices designed for collaboration on Gadigal, Naarm, Yuggera, Kaurna and Whadjuk land
Learning & Development opportunities
Generous health and wellbeing programs
Agile and flexible working for all
Social and diversity networks providing year-round events
Opportunities to undertake pro-bono legal work
Diversity, Equality & Inclusion
Embedded in our people is a passion to help others through the delivery of justice. It is through this that our commitment to inclusion, equity, and reconciliation has evolved. We are proud to say that by design, we have no single headquarters or dominant national culture, this means the unique perspectives, experiences, and identities of our people come together globally under one purpose to create an inclusive and accessible environment where anyone can thrive.
Please apply online with your CV, Cover Letter, and academic transcripts. If you have questions beforehand, please email our recruitment team at ******.
Enquiries only please, applications will not be accepted by email.
Agency Submissions
Dentons does not accept agency submissions unless the agency is specifically contacted by a member of the Recruitment Team. Please do not forward candidate profiles or resumes to partners, hiring managers or other employees - this will not constitute an introduction to the firm and Dentons will not be liable for a fee.

📌 Legal Assistant (Melbourne)
🏢 Dentons
📍 Melbourne