Part time | Criminal Law | Perth CBD

Want to be part of a small, friendly team where you will learn something new each day?

We are a boutique, family-run criminal law firm based on Hay Street in the Perth CBD, just a short walk from the courts. We're looking for a motivated and organised Legal Administrative Assistant to help keep our busy practice running smoothly.

This role is 2 days per week, with the potential for a third day working alongside another criminal lawyer in the same office.

What you'll do

- Welcome clients and manage reception
- Answer phones and assist with enquiries
- Correspond/liaise with courts and police
- Prepare, file and organise legal documents
- Manage electronic and physical files
- Schedule appointments and maintain diaries
- Handle mail, correspondence and general administration
- Occasional transcribing of police interviews/body worn camera footage for use in trial
- Tidying, organising and cleaning the office space

About you

- Looking to build a career in administration,



reception or legal support
- Friendly, professional and reliable
- Well organised with eagle eye attention to detail
- Confident communicator
- Exceptional written English skills, including strong spelling, grammar and proofreading ability
- Comfortable using computers and Microsoft Office
- Able to work independently and use initiative
- Previous administration, reception or legal experience is a bonus, but not essential
- Available to commence as soon as possible

Why join us? ✅ Supportive family-business environment

✅ Interesting work in criminal law

✅ Prime CBD location near the courts

✅ Opportunity to grow your skills and responsibilities

✅ Potential for additional hours

Award classification: Legal Services Award 2020, Level 1 or Level 2

Apply now with your resume and a brief cover letter telling us why you'd be a great fit.

📌 Legal Administrative Assistant (Criminal Law, Part-Time) (Perth)
🏢 Shadgett Legal
📍 Perth