Griffith Barton Lawyers is a boutique law firm specialising in commercial disputes and property insurance.
Rather than spreading ourselves across a wide breadth of legal services, we concentrate on a select few practice areas to ensure our clients get specialist expertise and the highest attention to detail in the delivery of our legal services.
Our lawyers take a pragmatic approach to matters with a focus on reaching commercial outcomes efficiently and in a cost-effective manner; saving time and money.
We carry on the best legal traditions by staying close to our values in everything we do. We value honesty, integrity and fairness. We value hard work, thoughtful strategy and clever solutions. Above all, we value people.
Our clients are at the core of our success and we are unwaveringly dedicated to servicing their needs at all levels.
Find out more at griffithbarton.com.au.
What we are looking for
We have an opportunity for a motivated Legal Assistant to join our busy Victorian insurance (motor vehicle) litigation practice group on a casual basis in our Melbourne office.
You will be responsible for your own portfolio of clients (with supervision from a senior lawyer) and will be an key point of contact for our clients.
Some of your main duties will include:
liaising with key stakeholders such as third-party insurers and defence lawyers;
reviewing and analysing evidence;
commencing proceedings in the Magistrates' Court of Victoria;
drafting and amending a wide range of legal documents;
answering phone calls and client queries
opening files
general office administration, including scanning, photocopying, filing and archiving documents.
Law students are more than welcome to apply!
Our ideal candidate
We are looking for a candidate who:
is able to manage a high volume of files and tasks
is deadline driven
has previous experience in motor vehicle recoveries - however, this is not compulsory! We are prepared to provide comprehensive training to the right candidate!
has high-level communication and client relationship skills
has a strong work ethic, is motivated and willing to learn
is able to work independently
has strong computer skills
has excellent attention to detail
is able to manage their time effectively and efficiently.
Perks
Salary commensurate with experience.
Central CBD office location.
Great work setting.
A long-term career with progression.