You will provide high-level support to lawyers working primarily across health, medical defence and insurance practices. This is a role for someone who enjoys being an important part of a legal team, working closely with experienced lawyers on interesting and often complex matters, and taking real ownership of their work.
Key responsibilities
Preparing and formatting correspondence, court documents and other legal documents
Managing electronic files and maintaining accurate matter records
Diary and email management
Liaising with clients, insurers, counsel, experts and other stakeholders
Preparing briefs to counsel and experts
Court filing and arranging service of documents
Assisting with monthly billing and file administration
Managing telephone and client enquiries
Providing day-to-day support to lawyers and the wider team
About you
Previous experience as a Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary or Legal Executive
Experience supporting senior lawyers in a busy legal practice
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Confidence managing diaries, documents, deadlines and competing priorities
Positive written and verbal communication skills
Sound judgment and initiative
A professional and approachable manner
Confidence dealing directly with clients and other professionals
Strong technology and administrative skills
About us Panetta McGrath Lawyers is an established Western Australian firm with recognised practices across health and medical defence, insurance litigation, regulatory law, employment and workplace relations, commercial litigation and criminal defence.
Benefits
Interesting and varied work with experienced lawyers
A role with genuine responsibility and autonomy
Competitive remuneration, with scope to recognise a robust candidate
Reasonable flexibility where personal commitments arise
Up-to-date systems and a well-equipped Perth CBD office
Ongoing training and professional development
Complimentary Pilates and group fitness sessions
Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing initiatives
Regular team and firm social events