Job Description
Are you an experienced Family Law Legal Assistant looking to join a highly regarded Australian private practice known for its supportive culture and strong reputation in the market?
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This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Legal Assistant who enjoys working in a collaborative environment and wants to support leading lawyers within a well-established Family & Relationship Law team. You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the practice while contributing to the delivery of exceptional client service.
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Who will they be supporting? You will support a team of highly respected Family Lawyers who specialise in a broad range of matters including property and financial settlements, parenting disputes, financial agreements, de facto relationships and complex family law matters.
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Your day to day responsibilities will be
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Diary and inbox management for multiple fee earners
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Liaising with clients, courts, barristers and external parties
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Preparing, formatting and proof‐reading legal documents and correspondence
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Drafting basic correspondence and assisting with court documentation
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Preparing briefs to Counsel and compiling annexures
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Filing and serving court documents
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Conducting property and ASIC searches
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Managing electronic files and document systems
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Transcribing dictation and assisting with administrative support tasks
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General practice support including time recording, archiving and file management
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Do you have the following skillset?
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4+ years' experience as a Legal Assistant within Family Law
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Strong knowledge of legal administrative processes within a law firm environment
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
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High attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality
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Advanced skills across the Microsoft Office Suite
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A proactive, team‐focused approach and a genuine passion for providing exceptional support
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Company Perks
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Salary up to $110k package depending on experience
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Hybrid working model with flexibility to work from home
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Supportive, inclusive and down‐to‐earth team culture
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Genuine career development and learning opportunities
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Opportunity to work alongside highly respected Family Law specialists
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📌 Senior Legal Assistant - Family Law (New South Wales)
🏢 Mjd Recruitment
📍 New South Wales