Family Law Legal Assistant — Collaborative, Growth‑Oriented Team

HarperLloyd Recruitment; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym benefit

Social events

Modern office facilities

In-house coffee and snacks

Additional leave benefits

Job summary

HarperLloyd Recruitment is seeking a Legal Assistant with family law experience to join an established Brisbane firm. You will support a Director and two lawyers, manage files, draft documents and liaise with clients and courts.

The role offers a supportive, close-knit team culture, varied work across family law and litigation, and a competitive remuneration package aligned to experience. Modern Brisbane CBD offices and a collaborative workplace await.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal within family law is highly regarded.
• Experience in another litigation-based practice area, such as commercial litigation, will also be considered.
• Strong document preparation skills, excellent attention to detail and accurate typing.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and legal practice management systems.
• Exceptional organisational and time management skills, with the ability to juggle competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day legal and administrative support to a Director and two lawyers.
• Assist with file management and the progression of matters from opening through to closure.
• Prepare correspondence, court documents and other legal documentation using precedents.
• Compile briefs and organise electronic and physical files.
• Liaise with clients, courts and external parties.
• Manage diaries, appointments and competing deadlines.
• Assist with monthly invoicing and general file administration.
• Provide support across other teams when required.

Skills

Family law

Legal assistant

Paralegal

Document preparation

Time management

Communication

Team player

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal practice management systems

Job description

HarperLloyd Recruitment is seeking a Legal Assistant with family law experience to join an established Brisbane firm. You will support a Director and two lawyers, manage files, draft documents and liaise with clients and courts.

The role offers a supportive, close-knit team culture, varied work across family law and litigation, and a competitive remuneration package aligned to experience. Modern Brisbane CBD offices and a collaborative workplace await.