Legal Administrator - Leading Family Law Firm
Are you an experienced administrator or legal assistant looking to build your career in a supportive, leading Family Law firm?
We are seeking a highly organised and motivated Legal Assistant to join our growing Coffs Harbour team.
This is an exciting opportunity to become an integral part of a progressive practice which values our people, invests in their development, and is committed to delivering exceptional service to our clients.
Are you an experienced administrator or legal assistant looking to build your career in a supportive, leading Family Law firm?
We are seeking a highly organised and motivated Legal Assistant to join our growing Coffs Harbour team.
This is an exciting opportunity to become an integral part of a progressive practice which values our people, invests in their development, and is committed to delivering exceptional service to our clients.
About Us
We are a leading Family Law firm with offices in Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne and Coffs Harbour.
We pride ourselves on providing outstanding client service while fostering a collaborative, supportive, and flexible workplace.
We offer:
A friendly and supportive team environment
High-quality in-house training and ongoing professional development
Modern, paperless systems and technology
Genuine career progression opportunities
Competitive remuneration based on experience
Flexible working arrangements where appropriate
About the Role
As our Legal Assistant, you'll be the first point of contact for many of our clients while providing comprehensive administrative support to our solicitors.
This is a varied role that combines reception, client service, and legal administration.
Your responsibilities will include:
Managing front desk operations, including answering phone calls,



greeting clients and visitors and maintaining the office
Managing solicitors' schedules, appointments, diaries, and court deadlines
Drafting, formatting, and preparing legal correspondence and documents
Assisting with file management and maintaining accurate records
Conducting basic legal and administrative research
Providing exceptional client service and maintaining regular client communication
Assisting with billing, invoicing, and other administrative tasks
Maintaining strict confidentiality and handling sensitive information with professionalism
About You
The ideal candidate will:
Have at least 2 years' experience in administration, with legal admin, legal receptionist, or law clerk experience highly regarded
Be highly organised with exceptional attention to detail
Thrive in a fast-paced setting and be able to manage competing priorities
Be proactive, adaptable, and solutions-focused
Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
Be confident using Microsoft Office and learning new practice management software
Demonstrate professionalism, discretion, and a strong commitment to client service
Be a quick learner who can retain information and work independently while contributing positively to the team
Previous experience in a legal practice is desirable but not essential for candidates with strong administrative skills and a willingness to learn.
Our Coffs Harbour office is small but with big plans to grow over time.
An exceptional administrator is a key part of that process, and the right candidate will be willing to hit the ground running and support those plans however they can.
Remuneration package will be negotiated based on experience.
If you're looking for a rewarding career where your contribution is valued, we'd love to hear from you!
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📌 Legal Administrator - Leading Family Law Firm (Coffs Harbour)
🏢 Farrar Gesini Dunn
📍 Coffs Harbour