Junior Legal Assistant - Personal Injuries - Lilydale Office

Johnstone and Reimer Lawyers – Croydon VIC

Johnstone and Reimer Lawyers are seeking a motivated and reliable Junior Legal Assistant to join our Personal Injuries team on a full-time basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to commence or develop their career in the legal industry and gain hands‑on experience in personal injury law.

We are looking for someone with the right attitude, strong attention to detail and a genuine willingness to learn.

You will work under the supervision of experienced members of our Personal Injuries team and be supported in learning the role from the ground up.

The role

As a Junior Legal Assistant, you will assist our Personal Injuries team with the day-to-day management and progression of client matters.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Liaising with clients, medical providers, insurers and other relevant parties by telephone and email;
- Preparing correspondence and legal documentation;
- Requesting and following up medical records, reports and other documentation;
- Assisting with the preparation and progression of personal injury claims;
- Managing documents, electronic files and administrative requirements;
- Maintaining accurate file notes and records;
- Assisting with the preparation of briefs and correspondence to junior and senior Barristers;
- Diary management and monitoring important dates and deadlines;
- Assisting with general file management and ensuring matters are progressed efficiently;
- Providing administrative and clerical support to lawyers and senior law clerks; and
- Developing an understanding of personal injury law,



processes and procedures.

About you

We are looking for someone who is:

- Reliable, punctual and dependable;
- Highly organised and able to manage competing tasks and priorities;
- Detail-oriented, with a high level of accuracy in your work;
- Efficient and proactive, with the ability to follow tasks through to completion;
- Professional in your presentation and communication;
- Confident and courteous on the telephone;
- Able to communicate effectively and empathetically with clients;
- Comfortable receiving direction, feedback and supervision;
- Willing to ask questions and learn;
- Able to work effectively as part of a busy team;
- Capable of maintaining confidentiality and exercising appropriate discretion; and
- Competent with Microsoft Office and comfortable learning new systems and technology.

Previous experience in a law firm or legal environment would be advantageous, but is not essential. We are primarily looking for someone with a strong work ethic, the right attitude and the capacity to learn.

We welcome applications from law students who are genuinely able to commit to a full-time position.

Applicants currently studying will need to ensure their university timetable and study commitments allow them to work the required full‑time hours.





This is a full‑time junior legal assistant position rather than a part‑time student role.

Location and working arrangements

The successful applicant will be required to work predominantly from our Lilydale office, with the occasional day working from our Berwick office.

For the right applicant, there will be opportunities for career progression and promotion within the Personal Injuries team as you develop your skills, experience and knowledge.

We are looking for someone who is interested in growing with the role. As your capabilities and confidence develop, there will be opportunities to take on greater responsibility, expand your involvement in the management of matters and progress within the team.

What we're looking for

Previous personal injury law experience is not essential, as you will be taught the role from the ground up.

What we do need is someone who is keen to learn, takes pride in their work, pays attention to the details and can be relied upon to follow through on what is asked of them.

This position would suit someone looking for an opportunity to build a strong foundation in the legal industry and develop practical skills within an experienced Personal Injuries team.

If you are organised, professional, and hardworking, and are looking for an prospect to build your legal career, we would love to hear from you.

Please note that during the recruitment and selection process, shortlisted applicants may be asked to submit to various assessment tools and pre‑employment screenings. This may include consent to conduct a national police check.

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📌 Junior Legal Assistant - Personal Injuries - Lilydale Office (Melbourne)
🏢 Johnstone and Reimer Lawyers
📍 Melbourne