Firm ProfileWe are an expanding litigation law firm based in Box Hill, Victoria.
Our primary practice areas are commercial litigation, family law, and wills and estates litigation.Role SummaryWe are looking for motivated paralegal/legal assistants to join our team.
Successful candidates will demonstrate a desire to learn, be adaptable, have good attention to detail, and possess excellent communication skills.You will receive extensive mentorship in the role and will have a genuine opportunity for career advancement within the firm.Key ResponsibilitiesOrganising and managing filing and archive systems (physical and electronic)Providing direct support to lawyers on litigated mattersPreparing and formatting court documents, correspondence, and forms under supervisionManaging diaries, scheduling appointments, and coordinating meetingsOrganising and maintaining physical and electronic filing systemsAnswering and directing phone calls, taking messages, and liaising with clientsPhotocopying, scanning, printing,



and binding documents for court filings or briefsAssisting with discovery by reviewing, organising and labelling documents for reviewFiling documents with courts (via RedCrest, eCourts, or in person) and following up on requisitionsOpening and closing client files in accordance with firm proceduresPreparing basic correspondence and emails for lawyer reviewAssisting senior lawyers with general administrative tasks as requiredConducting legal research under supervisionSelection CriteriaCurrently enrolled in or completed a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD); or a Certificate IV in Legal ServicesStrong academic record (please see note below)Exceptional written and verbal communication skillsAbility to clearly and empathetically take instructions from and communicate with clientsPrevious employment experience with a law firm or community legal centrePermanent, full time and part-time roles available.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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📌 Paralegal / Legal Assistant – Litigation (Melbourne)
🏢 Destra Law
📍 Melbourne