Convenient Newcastle suburb with parking
Support two highly regarded, approachable practitioners
Varied work across Litigation & Estate Planning
An excellent prospect has become available for an experienced Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant to join a Newcastle law firm supporting a Director and Senior Associate across Litigation and Estate Planning.
Both are highly experienced practitioners who are approachable and genuinely value the support they receive from their team. With a mix of Litigation and Estate Planning work, the role offers plenty of variety and the opportunity to build a close working relationship with two practitioners who are great to work with.
Responsibilities includes:
Preparing and amending correspondence, pleadings, evidence, briefs and other legal documents
Preparing Local and Supreme Court documents
Compiling briefs to Counsel
Managing diaries, appointments, conferences and court dates




Responding to client enquiries and assisting with new matter enquiries where required
Opening, maintaining and closing matters in LEAP
Managing document production, filing and archiving
Assisting with client invoicing and following up outstanding payments
About you
Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant within Litigation or Wills & Estates would be highly regarded, but isn't essential. We're equally interested in hearing from experienced legal support professionals from other areas of law.
What's on offer
Work closely with two approachable senior practitioners
Diverse work across Litigation and Estate Planning
Newly refurbished, modern office
Convenient Newcastle location with parking available
Market-competitive salary based on experience
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Regular social events
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📌 Legal Assistant (Newcastle)
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📍 Newcastle