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
Rapid 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 (Sydney)
🏢 Pinstripe Recruitment
📍 Sydney