Legal Assistant | Family Law The Opportunity |

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Legal Assistant to join a busy Family Law practice. This is a varied, hands-on role where you'll play an integral part in the day-to-day running of the practice, with exposure to a broad range of family law matters and the opportunity to build on your existing experience.

Your key responsibilities may include:

- Preparing, formatting and proofreading legal documents, correspondence and court documents.
- Managing diaries, scheduling appointments and coordinating meetings, mediations and court dates.
- Managing new client enquiries, opening matters and conducting conflict checks and AML/compliance searches.
- Preparing costs agreements, engagement letters and other client documentation.
- Providing file management and paralegal support across a range of family law matters.
- Liaising with clients, barristers, courts and internal legal teams to coordinate matters and facilitate the timely exchange of information.
- Assisting with the preparation and organisation of court documents, briefs to counsel, disclosure materials and other matter-related documentation.
- Monitoring court dates, deadlines and key milestones to ensure matters progress efficiently.
- Managing electronic and physical files, maintaining accurate records and ensuring documents are saved appropriately.
- Assisting with billing, time recording, trust and office receipts and general financial administration.
- Handling incoming calls and correspondence, responding to client queries and providing a professional point of contact.




- Supporting the Partner and legal team with general administrative duties and ad hoc tasks as required.

What We Are Looking For |

- 3+ years' experience as a Legal Assistant.
- Prior Family Law experience is highly desirable.
- Solid organisational, diary management and document preparation skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Word and formatting.
- Experience with billing, matter management and general legal administration.
- A proactive, client-focused approach with excellent attention to detail.
- Empathy, discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive matters.
- The ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and work collaboratively within a team.

What You Can Expect |

- A supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Health and wellbeing benefits, including BUPA health insurance, gym membership discounts, flu vaccinations, eye exams and access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Financial perks, including banking discounts, discounted car parking and novated car leasing.
- Professional development support, including study and exam leave.
- Lifestyle benefits and a dog-friendly office.
- A welcoming and social culture, with social clubs, regular team events and a "dress for your day" approach.

Apply Now |

If you're an experienced Legal Assistant looking for your next Family Law opportunity, I would love to hear from you.

Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation about the opportunity.

Hannah Gurney

Legal Support Recruitment Specialist | HarperLloyd Recruitment

E: ***@harperlloyd.com.au | P: 0489 265

📌 Legal Assistant (Sydney)
🏢 HarperLloyd Recruitment
📍 Sydney