We're looking for an experienced Legal Assistant to join our litigation team, providing administrative and secretarial support to lawyers working across WorkCover and TAC matters.
Your responsibilities will include:
Preparing, formatting and managing legal correspondence, court documents and briefs to counsel
Managing electronic files, document filing and general matter administration
Coordinating diaries, court dates, appointments and deadlines
Filing documents with courts and relevant authorities
Supporting lawyers with the day-to-day administration of litigation matters
About the Employer IDP Lawyers is a specialist defendant litigation firm representing Victorian government agencies and statutory authorities, including WorkSafe Victoria and the Transport Accident Commission (TAC).
We're a close-knit, collaborative firm with a strong reputation in personal injury litigation. We pride ourselves on combining high-quality legal work with a genuinely supportive workplace and a culture where people enjoy working together.
About the Candidate Previous experience supporting WorkCover and/or TAC litigation matters is essential.
You'll also bring:
A sound understanding of personal injury litigation processes and terminology
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Strong document production and Microsoft Office skills
Confidence managing competing priorities and deadlines
A proactive, dependable and team-oriented approach
Experience in defendant litigation will be particularly well regarded., If you're an experienced WorkCover or TAC Legal Assistant looking for a supportive team and a workplace that genuinely values its people, we'd love to hear from you.
Work Environment We believe that a great workplace is about more than the work itself. Our people enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support their careers, wellbeing and lives outside work.
Flexibility and time away
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
Summer Friday early finishes
Additional wellbeing leave, purchased leave and religious and ceremonial leave
Health and wellbeing
Unlimited firm-funded GP telehealth through Updoc
Access to Intellect wellbeing and Employee Assistance Program
In office massage, physiotherapy, yoga and other wellbeing initiatives
Family and life stages
Generous paid parental leave
Superannuation on paid and unpaid parental leave
Reproductive health leave
Learning, recognition and connection
Personalised development, mentoring and learning opportunities
Competitive remuneration and recognition for great work
Regular firm events, team lunches and opportunities to connect with colleagues