Temp Legal Assistant - Family Law, Immediate Start

A well-know law firm in Melbourne's CBD are seeking a highly experienced Legal Assistant to support the Principal – Family Law to commence as soon as possible in this initial temp role until early 2027, with view to extend/or permanency. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Legal Assistant to step into a fast-paced, high-powered environment and provide crucial support to a senior leader.

About the Role:

You will be the right hand to the Principal – Family Law, ensuring seamless day-to-day operations. This role demands a high level of organisation, efficiency, and resilience to keep up with a fast-moving and demanding workplace.

Your key responsibilities will include:

- High-level calendar management – scheduling meetings, mediations, and court hearings
- Client liaison – communicating with clients in a professional manner
- Legal practice management system (Affinity) – opening files, saving documents/emails
- Dictation and transcription
- E-briefs and disclosure management
- Billing and invoicing




- Ensuring smooth workflow and managing competing priorities

This role requires someone who is extremely organised, proactive, and resilient, with a strong ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.

About You:

To be successful in this role, you must have:

- Experience supporting senior leaders in a fast-paced legal environment
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively
- Thick-skinned, confident, and able to work under high pressure
- Experience using Affinity or similar legal practice management systems
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- High attention to detail and ability to work autonomously

What’s on Offer?

- One day a week to work from home - post successful completion of training
- Work closely with a top-tier Family Law Principal
- A dynamic and fast-paced work environment within a respected legal practice

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📌 Temp Legal Assistant - Family Law, Immediate Start (Melbourne)
🏢 Advance Human Resources
📍 Melbourne