Merton Lawyers
, located in the heart of Hawthorn, is an established commercial law firm providing strategic, tailored legal solutions to clients across diverse industries both locally and internationally.
We are seeking a
Legal Secretary / Legal Assistant
to join our team and provide administrative and legal support to our Litigation Department and Queensland Practice.
The Role:
Working closely with the legal teams, your responsibilities will include:
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
The Person:
You will bring:
Previous experience in a legal environment (ideally litigation)
Robust organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
Confidence using different systems and technology, with proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.
Clear 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.
Merton Lawyers is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace.
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📌 Legal Secretary Assistant (Melbourne)
🏢 Merton Lawyers
📍 Melbourne