Job Description
Key responsibilities
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Providing day-to-day administrative and secretarial support to lawyers
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Supporting file opening and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance
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Preparing and formatting correspondence, legal documents, and reports
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Maintaining electronic and hard-copy files and records
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Assisting with document management and filing
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Liaising with clients, courts, barristers, and other external parties
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Assisting with court and tribunal documentation and lodgements
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Managing key dates, deadlines, and follow-up actions
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Assisting with billing, invoicing, and other administrative tasks
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About you
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Previous experience in a legal environment (ideally litigation)
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Solid organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
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Confidence using different systems and technology,



with proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite
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Clear and professional communication skills
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A proactive approach and the ability to anticipate what needs to be done
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The confidence to work independently while knowing when to seek assistance
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A practical, helpful approach and a willingness to take on a broad range of responsibilities
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About us
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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.
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Merton Lawyers is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace.

📌 Legal Secretary/Legal Assistant (Victoria)
🏢 Merton Law Group
📍 Victoria