Disputes Legal Assistant - Flexible Work & Growth

MJD Recruitment; Sydney; Híbrido; AUD 95.000 - 116.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive culture

Parental leave option

Additional annual leave option

Wellness programme

Career progression investment

Descripción de la vacante

MJD Recruitment partnered with a leading Sydney law firm to recruit a Disputes Legal Assistant. You will provide dedicated support to senior lawyers within a busy disputes practice, helping ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

We’re seeking a proactive, highly organised individual with litigation support experience. The role offers flexible working arrangements, competitive salary up to AU$105K, and a collaborative team culture.

Formación

• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant within a law firm (essential).
• Experience supporting Litigation, Disputes or Dispute Resolution lawyers.
• Strong knowledge of legal documentation and court processes.
• Experience with Elite 3E, iManage, Aderant, LEAP, Practice Evolve or similar.
• Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work autonomously.
• Strong communication skills and a professional, personable approach.

Responsabilidades

• Managing busy diaries, inboxes and competing priorities.
• Preparing, drafting and formatting legal documents, court documents and correspondence.
• Coordinating meetings, appointments and client communications.
• Assisting with matter management, billing and general administration.
• Managing court filing requirements and key litigation deadlines.
• Liaising with clients, counsel, courts and internal stakeholders.
• Utilising legal software systems for document management, billing and matter administration.
• Providing broader administrative support to the Disputes team.

Conocimientos

Litigation experience

Dispute resolution

Legal support

Organised

Communication skills

Herramientas

Elite 3E

iManage

Aderant

LEAP

Practice Evolve

Descripción del empleo

MJD Recruitment partnered with a leading Sydney law firm to recruit a Disputes Legal Assistant. You will provide dedicated support to senior lawyers within a busy disputes practice, helping ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

We’re seeking a proactive, highly organised individual with litigation support experience. The role offers flexible working arrangements, competitive salary up to AU$105K, and a collaborative team culture.