We are a boutique law firm specialising in insurance, civil, and common law (defendant) personal injury litigation.

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented casual paralegal to join our dynamic team, working 2-3 days per week (14-21 hours). The role is primarily remote with occasional in-person attendances at an office, in town, or at court to assist solicitors and barristers.

Ideal candidates will be studying law, and have prior experience as a paralegal in a litigation firm. You will take instructions and gain valuable knowledge/skills directly from the firm's principal(s).

Key Responsibilities:

- Assisting lawyers with the day to day running of matters, including litigation.

- Providing general administrative support to the legal team.

- Assisting to manage case files and maintain accurate records.

- Drafting simple correspondence, including letters and emails, to other law firms, barristers, experts, court personnel, etc.

- Summarising expert reports and important documents.

- Liaising with third-party service providers (experts, process servers, photocopying agents, couriers, courts, etc).

- Attendance at court and settlement conferences.

- Participation in video and telephone conferences with experts, witnesses, and other personnel, including to take and prepare statements.

- File and storage maintenance.





- Drafting subpoenas and other court documents.

- Arranging and coordinating medicolegal appointments, mediations, settlement conferences, other appointments, meetings, and conferences, etc.

- Online court filing.

- Troubleshooting minor IT and equipment issues.

Required/Preferred Skills:

- Previous paralegal or legal secretary experience in a litigation practice.

- Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.

- Ability to work as part of a team and take instructions.

- Excellent typing and grammar skills.

- Good IT knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Adobe (PDF).

- Proactive, driven, and well-presented.

- Familiarity with Open Practice and/or Worldox would be an advantage (but not required).

What We Offer:

- A flexible and supportive work workplace.

- Opportunities for professional growth and development with partner / principal level instructors.

- Salary negotiable based on experience.

- A chance to work with a passionate and experienced legal team.

How to Apply: If you believe you have the skills and experience required to successfully fill this role, please apply via Seek.com or send your CV and covering letter to ••••@mcmahons-lawyers.com.au

📌 Paralegal (Sydney)
🏢 McMahons Lawyers
📍 Sydney