Part-Time to Full-Time Experienced Family Law Paralegal / Legal SecretarySmoke Family Law are looking for an experienced Senior Legal Secretary or Paralegal to join our family law team.
You'll provide high-level document preparation, court filing and matter support to our solicitors.
The role calls for precision, sound judgement and discretion, and a trauma-informed approach to client contact in a practice where matters are often sensitive, urgent and emotionally complex.About the RoleThis role would ideally suit someone seeking part time to full time hours, who has significant experience in family law and is looking for a adaptable and supportive working setting.ResponsibilitiesPrepare and proofread affidavits, court applications, consent orders, financial statements, subpoenas, briefs to counsel and correspondenceCompile court books, indexes, chronologies and document bundles for hearingsFile and serve documents through the Commonwealth Courts Portal and other court systemsDiarise and monitor court dates and filing deadlines, and keep solicitors on trackManage files and records using our practice management softwareSupport billing,



disbursements and trust accounting processesLiaise with clients, barristers, experts, court registries and other practitioners, with care and discretionAbout You5+ years' experience as a legal secretary or paralegal, with substantial family law experienceStrong knowledge of family law court procedure, forms and e-filingExceptional drafting, formatting and proofreading skillsProficiency in Microsoft Word and legal practice management software (such as Smokeball)Ability to manage competing deadlines and work independentlyA sensitive, empathetic approach to clients affected by family violence, separation and traumaAbsolute discretion and professionalism with confidential informationWhat We OfferFlexible working hours negotiable to suit your availability and support a work life balance.A supportive and professional working environment, undertaking meaningful workThe opportunity to work in a well-established family law practiceA role well suited to an experienced legal secretary/paralegal seeking a balanced workload
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📌 Paralegal/Legal Secretary (Port Macquarie)
🏢 Smoke Family Law
📍 Port Macquarie