Job Description
Legal Assistant | Catastrophic Injury Claims | Brisbane
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An exciting opportunity has become available for a Legal Assistant to join a highly regarded Australian-owned law firm in their Brisbane CBD office.
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Working in an expanding litigation team focusing on catastrophic injuries and latent disease claims this role is ideal for someone with 1-3 years' Legal Assistant experience who is looking to continue building a long-term career in legal support.
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You will be joining a welcoming team of professionals, led by an approachable Partner who is known for investing in his team, alongside experienced Legal Assistants who will provide excellent mentoring as you settle into the role.
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You will become actively involved in files rather than spending your day on dictation. Your responsibilities will include:
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Preparing court and legal documents
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Managing medico-legal appointments and reports
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Assisting with file management and client reporting
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Billing and practice administration
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Liaising with clients and external stakeholders
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Supporting lawyers throughout litigation matters
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About You
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You ideally bring:
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1-3 years' experience as a Legal Assistant
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Previous exposure to a busy litigation practice (highly regarded)
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Robust organisational skills &attention; to detail
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A calm approach &genuine; desire to build a long-term career as a Legal Assistant
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Under instruction from our client, this opportunity is open to career Legal Assistants only and is not suitable for law students or graduates.
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Why You'll Love It
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This firm is renowned for investing in its people and offers exciting long-term career development opportunities along with a number of health and wellbeing initiatives, discounted private health insurance, and lots more.
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Gym and health insurance discounts
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Study assistance and Employee Assistance Program
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Stable, permanent opportunity
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This is a full-time, office-based role in Brisbane CBD.