Working closely with team members, you will provide administrative and legal support to the Litigation Department and Queensland Practice at Merton Lawyers.
Key responsibilities
- Providing day-to-day administrative and secretarial support to lawyers
- Supporting file opening and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance
- Preparing and formatting correspondence, legal documents, and reports
- Maintaining electronic and hard-copy files and records
- Assisting with document management and filing
- Liaising with clients, courts, barristers, and other external parties
- Assisting with court and tribunal documentation and lodgements
- Managing key dates, deadlines, and follow-up actions
- Assisting with billing, invoicing, and other administrative tasks
About you
- Previous experience in a legal environment (ideally litigation)
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
- Confidence using different systems and technology, with proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite
- Transparent and professional communication skills
- A proactive approach and the ability to anticipate what needs to be done
- The confidence to work independently while knowing when to seek assistance
- A practical, helpful approach and a willingness to take on a broad range of responsibilities
About us
Merton Lawyers is an established commercial law firm located in the heart of Hawthorn, providing strategic, tailored legal solutions to clients across diverse industries both locally and internationally.
If you have any questions about the role or would like to discuss it in confidence, please contact Sue Monk on 0412 546 ***.
Merton Lawyers is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace.
📌 Legal Secretary/Legal Assistant (Hawthorn)
🏢 Merton Law Group
📍 Hawthorn
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