Legal Assistant- Commercial Litigation

Kaleidoscope Legal Recruitment; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal assistant role supporting a Partner and their team across commercial litigation matters, including company disputes, shareholder disputes, IP, insolvency and professional negligence.

Opportunity to work in a values‑driven environment at a proudly independent national law firm with a client‑focused approach, based in the Melbourne CBD.

Qualifications

• Drafting and preparing court, property and other legal documents.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and show initiative.
• High level organisational and prioritisation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and preparing court, property and other legal documents.
• Communicating with clients, barristers and experts.
• File management.
• Managing diaries.
• Preparation of general correspondence.
• Monthly billing.

Skills

Litigation support

Diary management

Client communication

Billing

Job description

• Genuine career progression
• Join a great team working environment
• Be acknowledged for your hard work

Take the next step in your legal career and join this proudly independent and client focused national law firm located in the Melbourne CBD.

The Firm

A proudly independent national law firm that works closely with their clients throughout Australia and internationally. They are a progressive leader when it comes to devising innovative ways of improving their clients’ experiences.

The Role

Provide legal assistant support to a friendly and down to earth Partner and their team working across a wide range of commercial litigation matters which include company disputes, shareholder disputes, intellectual property, insolvency and professional negligence.

Duties

• Drafting and preparing court, property and other legal documents
• Communicating with clients, barristers and experts
• File management
• Managing diaries
• Preparation of general correspondence
• Monthly billing

Skills & Experience

• Intermediate experience as a commercial or litigation assistant
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work autonomously and show initiative
• High level organisational and prioritisation abilities

Culture & Benefits

Our client is a values driven organisation with a genuine, friendly and collaborative culture that respects, rewards and values input from all levels of the business. You will experience personal satisfaction, highly rewarding work and pride in your achievements.