15 Sep
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Holding Redlich
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Brisbane
15 Sep
Holding Redlich
Brisbane
Legal Assistant, Dispute Resolution & Litigation
We are seeking an experienced, career legal assistant to join our disputes team supporting a SC and team of lawyers.
About the role
This role will support an experienced Special Counsel along with other members of the team. The team works across a range of dispute resolution and litigation matters for clients in both the private and public sector.
Day to day, your key responsibilities will include:
File maintenance - electronic and paper (iManage/Work10)
Drafting, editing and updating routine correspondence and documentation including the use of precedents, style guides, firm standards and formatting
Managing emails, diaries and voicemail for the team
Managing the billing process and preparing draft invoices
Scheduling meetings on Microsoft Teams
Collating briefs to Counsel, Affidavits and Exhibits
Court document filing
Assisting with processing of expenses claims
Formatting and general word processing
Opening and closing files (including archiving)
Online searches
Production of presentations and assisting in the organisation of seminars and events
About you
You will have prior experience providing senior level support as a legal assistant or within a legal support role. It's critical that you are a self-starter, with excellent professional communication (written and verbal), exceptional organisational skills and a willingness to learn new skills.
In addition to experience in the responsibilities listed above, you will have:
A keen eye for detail
Fast and accurate typing and formatting skills
Proficiency with Microsoft office and advanced Word skills
Enjoy working in a team-based environment and contributing to positive team morale and engagement
A can-do attitude and a sense of humour
Solid initiative with a genuine commitment to excellent client service
You will enjoy working in a busy practice with proven capability in managing multiple and changing priorities.
Knowledge of Work10 and Aderant will be highly regarded however not essential as training will be provided. This is an excellent opportunity to work directly with senior leaders and grow your existing skills within a high performing team.
Employee Benefits
At Holding Redlich, we believe that our people are our greatest asset. We offer a range of benefits to support the wellbeing and success of our team, including:
Supportive and modern working environment, with strong professional development opportunities
Flexible working arrangements including family-friendly policies, purchased leave, career breaks and study leave
Dress for your day and flexible hours
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), flu vaccinations and regular social events
Recruitment referral bonus for team members who help grow our firm
Firm Awards & Recognition
Employer of Choice – Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA)
Employer of Choice – Australasian Lawyer
Best Lawyers in AustraliaTM and Ones to Watch in AustraliaTM award recipients
Doyle's Guide rankings for Rising Stars, Best Lawyers and Best Firms
Signatories to the Charter for the Advancement of Women in the Legal Profession
Community & Impact
Dedicated Pro Bono Practice and Social Justice Fund
Active diversity, gender equality and wellbeing committees
Member of Law Exchange International for global collaboration
Ongoing participation in Red Cross Lifeblood donations
This role is being managed directly by our in-house talent team. At this stage we are not accepting agency candidates, we will contact our preferred agency partners should we require any assistance.
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📌 Legal Assistant, Dispute Resolution & Litigation (Brisbane)
🏢 Holding Redlich
📍 Brisbane