About the role

KMD Law & Advisory is a boutique law firm, located in the heart of Paddington, overseeing complex cases and providing valuable advice to individuals, entrepreneurs, and businesses alike in the practice areas of commercial and property law, and litigation.

Our firm is looking for a motivated and energetic Litigation Paralegal/Graduate Lawyer to join our friendly, close-knit team, led by a supportive Principal.

You will be providing direct support to the Principal Solicitor across a broad range of commercial litigation and dispute matters. The role offers an excellent opportunity to achieve hands on experience across a varied portfolio of litigation and commercial disputes. The role is suited to a law student in their final year or penultimate year of study, a graduate lawyer or an individual with previous experience in a litigation legal support position who is looking to further develop their practical experience within a professional legal environment.

Key responsibilities

- Drafting legal documents such as pleadings, affidavits, motions and correspondence

- Preparation of court books, exhibits and briefs to counsel

- Briefing and working with counsel

- Attendance with the Principal at court hearings, mediations and strategic conferences





- Managing key deadlines including court orders and directions and maintaining accurate file management within the firm's practice management software

- Conducting legal research and analysis

- Contributing to business development and client relationships

- Collaborating with the Principal and support staff to deliver quality outcomes

- Managing the billing life cycle, entering time and disbursements and finalising invoices

- Diary management for the Principal, including scheduling meetings and court attendance

Qualifications & Requirements

- Currently undertaking or recently completed a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD), or possess relevant experience in a litigation support role

- Organisational skills and management of critical deadlines

- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a professional phone manner

- Proficiency in LexisNexis, AustLII and Westlaw and LEAP Legal Software preferred

What we offer

- Direct, daily access to the Principal

- Regular attendance at Court with the Principal

- Mentoring and professional development

- Complex and genuinely compelling work

- Competitive remuneration commensurate with experience

How to apply

Please send your resume to Kate MacDonald at ••••@kmdlaw.com.au

📌 Litigation Paralegal/Graduate Lawyer (Paddington)
🏢 KMD Law & Advisory
📍 Paddington