Senior Legal Assistant: Litigation
What's in it for you?
Take ownership of a senior, traditional legal support role where accuracy and initiative are genuinely valued.
Become the firm's go-to expert across legal technology, AI and practice management systems.
Work closely with experienced litigation lawyers in a progressive and highly collaborative environment.
Enjoy a varied role spanning litigation support, file management, billing, client communication and process improvement.
Join a growing boutique firm that invests heavily in its people, technology and systems.
About your new employer:
A progressive national boutique law firm advising growth businesses and high-net-worth individuals.
Highly regarded for providing clear, commercial advice and direct access to senior lawyers.
The firm's litigation and insolvency practice works alongside established commercial, M&A; and regulatory teams.
A technology-focused business with significant investment in AI, legal systems and more efficient ways of working.
A supportive and professional environment where team members are encouraged to take ownership and improve processes.
About the role:
Preparing court filings, affidavits, subpoenas, briefs and service documents.
Managing execution packs, DocuSign, cost agreements and disclosures.
Opening, maintaining and closing matters, including conflicts, AML and KYC.
Monitoring court dates,



deadlines and key milestones.
Maintaining accurate and well-organised electronic files.
Assisting with billing, WIP, unbilled time and debtor reports.
Following up overdue invoices and escalating problem accounts.
Managing disbursements and trust-related administration.
Providing first-line support across the firm's legal technology systems.
Identifying system issues and recommending process improvements.
Managing client correspondence, scheduling and matter updates.
The ideal candidate:
An experienced Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant with strong litigation or dispute resolution experience.
A solid understanding of court processes, litigation documents and the practical requirements of running a file.
Strong document production, formatting and proofreading skills.
Experience independently supporting busy lawyers and managing competing deadlines.
Highly organised, proactive and confident taking ownership of matters.
Robust attention to detail and a genuine pride in producing high-quality work.
Comfortable learning new technology and becoming the internal expert across legal systems.
Clear and professional communication skills with lawyers, clients and external stakeholders.
Experience with Actionstep, legal AI platforms, billing, WIP, debtors or process improvement will be highly regarded.
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📌 Senior Legal Assistant: Litigation (Sydney)
🏢 Naiman Clarke
📍 Sydney