Job Description
About Cowell Clarke
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Cowell Clarke is a fast growing specialist commercial law firm based in Australia. With a team of over 190 professionals across Adelaide and Sydney, we represent clients across various industries both nationally and internationally. Our firm takes pride in fostering a positive culture that empowers our employees to excel.
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Founded over 30 years ago, we set out to disrupt the traditional reactive approach of commercial law firms by offering exceptional personal service with a proactive, global perspective. Although we have expanded to build a national presence, our commitment to helping clients seize opportunities and manage risks remains unchanged.
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About the role
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We have an exciting opportunity for a Paralegal to join our Adelaide Dispute Resolution team, supporting our Wills & Estate Administration practice. In this varied and rewarding role, you will provide high-level paralegal and administrative support to our Director and her broader team, assisting across a diverse range of commercial and estate-related matters. Your responsibilities will include:
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- Drafting and preparing correspondence and legal documents.
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- Managing files through all stages of the litigation and estate administration process.
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- Conducting legal research and preparing summaries or briefs.
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- Assisting with billing, matter management, and debt recovery processes.
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- Managing diaries, emails, and travel arrangements.
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- Liaising with clients, counsel, and external stakeholders.
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- Supporting with presentations and client updates where required about you.
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About you
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To be successful in this role, you will be an experienced Paralegal or Legal Secretary with:
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- Proven experience in litigation, estate administration, or commercial law.
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- A proactive mindset, strong initiative, and a team-oriented approach.
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- Excellent organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
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- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
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- The ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced professional environment.
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- A commitment to delivering exceptional client service and supporting positive commercial outcomes.
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Please note, law students are not encouraged to apply unless they are seeking a long-term career in a paralegal or legal support role and have full-time availability.
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What will we offer you?
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Cowell Clarke offers a broad range of financial and social benefits in addition to market leading careers and professional development programs. We're focused on developing our people's careers whilst ensuring they maintain a healthy lifestyle.
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Some of our many employee benefits include broad learning & development opportunities, social clubs, sporting & team events, wellbeing and family support, e.g. discounts to gym memberships & private health insurance, paid parental leave and the option to purchase additional leave.
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How to apply
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Apply online with your CV and a covering letter.
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Whilst we do not accept applications via email, if you have any questions, please contact us at
[email protected]
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📌 Legal Secretary/Paralegal, Wills & Estates (South Australia)
🏢 Cowell Clarke
📍 South Australia