Family Law Admin Assistant – Entry-Level, Mentored

Fox & Staniland Lawyers; Sydney; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Mentoring team

Career progression

Public transport access

Job summary

Fox & Staniland Lawyers, a longstanding boutique family law practice in Gordon, Sydney, is offering a full-time, in-office entry-level role. You will learn to manage administrative tasks, organize legal documents, and interact with clients during sensitive times under daily mentorship.

Ideal for someone starting their career, with willingness to learn, basic Word/Excel skills, and a commitment to client confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Entry-level or junior role with full training provided.
• Prior experience in an administrative role is preferred.
• Familiarity with legal documents and procedures is advantageous.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word (Tracking Changes) and basic Excel.
• Willingness to learn practice management software.
• Strong written and verbal communication with professional telephone manner.
• High level of confidentiality and integrity.
• Must be available full-time, Monday to Friday, on-site.

Responsibilities

• Assist lawyers with drafting and assembling legal documents (e.g., Joint Divorce Applications, Consent Orders, Financial Questionnaires).
• Prepare routine letters and emails using firm precedents for clients, courts, and third parties.
• Sort, index and manage disclosure documents; maintain organized physical and digital files; track court deadlines.
• Serve as initial point of contact for clients, handling messages, inquiries and scheduling consultations.
• Assist with monthly billing, invoicing, and calendar management; schedule mediations and track daily tasks.

Skills

Administrative experience

MS Word (Tracking Changes)

Microsoft Word

Excel (Basic)

Communication skills

Proofreading

Confidentiality

Legal environment exposure

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Practice management software

Job description

Fox & Staniland Lawyers, a longstanding boutique family law practice in Gordon, Sydney, is offering a full-time, in-office entry-level role. You will learn to manage administrative tasks, organize legal documents, and interact with clients during sensitive times under daily mentorship.

Ideal for someone starting their career, with willingness to learn, basic Word/Excel skills, and a commitment to client confidentiality.