Legal Assistant – Commercial Litigation

Kaleidoscope Legal Recruitment · Melbourne VIC 3004 · Full time
Posted 7d ago

Legal Assistant – Commercial Litigation

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~$60k - $80k(Estimated)
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KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Provide day-to-day support in commercial litigation matters.
  • Prepare and draft legal documents and correspondence.
  • Liaise with clients, barristers, and external experts.

  • Genuine opportunities for career progression
  • A friendly, supportive and down-to-earth team
  • Recognition and appreciation for your hard work

Looking for your next opportunity in law? Join a proudly independent, client-focused national law firm in the heart of Melbourne CBD.

The Role

We’re looking for an experienced Legal Assistant to join a friendly and approachable Partner and their team within the commercial litigation practice.
You’ll provide day-to-day support across a varied portfolio of matters, including company and shareholder disputes, intellectual property, insolvency and professional negligence.

Key Responsibilities

  • Preparing and drafting court, property and other legal documents
  • Liaising with clients, barristers and external experts
  • Managing files and ensuring matters are kept up to date
  • Managing diaries and coordinating appointments
  • Preparing general correspondence
  • Assisting with monthly billing

Skills & Experience

  • Intermediate experience as a Legal Assistant, ideally within litigation
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • The confidence to work independently and take initiative
  • Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills
  • A positive, proactive and team-focused approach

Culture & Benefits

You’ll be joining a values-driven firm with a genuinely friendly and collaborative culture. The team values everyone’s contribution and makes a point of recognising and rewarding hard work.

Along with interesting and varied work, you’ll have the chance to develop your skills, progress your career and be part of a team where your contribution is genuinely valued.

How to Apply 

Apply online via the appropriate link. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, contact Tayla Brown on ************ or email your CV to **************************.

Please note: This role will suit someone with at least 12 months of up-to-date experience in a law firm as a legal assistant. Please note that you wont be considered for these roles if you don’t have legal assistant experience. 

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Skills

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Billing supportClient liaisonDiary managementFile managementInitiativeLegal correspondenceLegal document draftingOrganisational skillsTeamwork

Perks & benefits

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Career progression opportunitiesFriendly and supportive team environmentRecognition and appreciation for hard work

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