An excellent opportunity is available for an experienced Legal Secretary to join Watkins Tapsell , a highly regarded Sutherland Shire law firm with more than 50 years of history in the local community.
Based in Kirrawee, you'll work closely with Partners and Solicitors, providing key support primarily within the firm's Family Law practice , while assisting across other areas when required.
This is an opportunity to become a valued part of an established legal team that prides itself on providing practical, personal and high-quality advice.
The Role
- Diary and email management
- Preparing correspondence, file notes and legal documents
- Court forms and documentation
- File management from opening through to completion
- Monthly fee estimates and billing support
- Managing precedents, action lists and workflows
- Working with Open Practice and LawDocs
- General legal secretarial and administrative support
These responsibilities reflect the core support functions in the Position Description.
About You
You're an experienced Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant who is organised, proactive and knows how to stay one step ahead in a busy legal practice.
You'll bring:
- Previous law firm experience
- Strong legal secretarial and document preparation skills
- Experience with Open Practice and LawDocs
- Strong Word and Excel skills
- Quick and accurate typing
- Excellent organisation and attention to detail
- A professional, discreet and team-focused approach
The PD specifically requires law-firm experience, Open Practice/LawDocs, Word and Excel, and emphasises communication, confidentiality, teamwork and attention to detail.
Why Make the Move?
Work close to home
– based in Kirrawee, without the CBD commute
Established firm
– Watkins Tapsell has been serving the Sutherland Shire and greater Sydney for more than 50 years
Quality Family Law work
– support an experienced team across a broad range of family law matters
Flexibility
- full time, with the possibility of 4 days per week for the right candidate
Long-term opportunity
– become a trusted part of an established local practice
If you're looking for quality work, a respected local firm and a role closer to home , we'd love to hear from you.
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📌 Legal Secretary – Family Law (Sutherland Shire Council)
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📍 Sutherland Shire Council
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