Legal Assistant - Commercial Litigation

Legal - Support; Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and development

CSR and volunteer initiatives

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave benefits

Discounted gym & health insurance

Job summary

Confidential Firm in Sydney is seeking a hands-on Legal Assistant to support a busy Commercial Litigation team. You will work closely with a senior lawyer to provide high-quality legal and administrative assistance across a varied caseload.

Responsibilities include drafting and amending documents, diary management, client liaison and assisting with litigation-related tasks. Prior experience in a legal support role is preferred, with a proactive and detail-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Support professional.
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Proactive and positive approach to work.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Genuine interest in developing legal knowledge and career.
• Collaborative team player.

Responsibilities

• Providing day-to-day legal and administrative support to the team
• Preparing, formatting and amending legal documents and correspondence
• Managing emails, diary appointments and general file administration
• Assisting with court documents, briefs and other litigation-related documentation
• Opening and closing files and maintaining accurate records
• Liaising with clients, counsel and other external stakeholders
• Assisting with billing, time recording and general administrative tasks
• Supporting the lawyers with the smooth running of their matters

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Proactive

Communication skills

Time management

Team player

Job description

Due to continued growth, the firm is looking to appoint a Legal Assistant to join a busy and collaborative Commercial Litigation team in their Sydney office.
This is an ideal opportunity for a career Legal Assistant looking to build their experience within a high-performing legal team and gain valuable exposure to complex commercial litigation matters.

The Opportunity

Working closely with a senior lawyer within the Commercial Litigation team, you will provide high-quality legal and administrative support across a varied caseload.

• Providing day-to-day legal and administrative support to the team
• Preparing, formatting and amending legal documents and correspondence
• Managing emails, diary appointments and general file administration
• Assisting with court documents, briefs and other litigation-related documentation
• Opening and closing files and maintaining accurate records
• Liaising with clients, counsel and other external stakeholders
• Assisting with billing, time recording and general administrative tasks
• Supporting the lawyers with the smooth running of their matters

Due to continued growth, the firm is looking to appoint a Legal Assistant to join a busy and collaborative Commercial Litigation team in their Sydney office.
This is an ideal opportunity for a career Legal Assistant looking to build their experience within a high-performing legal team and gain valuable exposure to complex commercial litigation matters.

The Opportunity

Working closely with a senior lawyer within the Commercial Litigation team, you will provide high-quality legal and administrative support across a varied caseload.

• Providing day-to-day legal and administrative support to the team
• Preparing, formatting and amending legal documents and correspondence
• Managing emails, diary appointments and general file administration
• Assisting with court documents, briefs and other litigation-related documentation
• Opening and closing files and maintaining accurate records
• Liaising with clients, counsel and other external stakeholders
• Assisting with billing, time recording and general administrative tasks
• Supporting the lawyers with the smooth running of their matters

This is a hands-on role where you will have the opportunity to develop your legal support skills while working closely with experienced lawyers.

About the Firm

Our client is a specialist commercial law firm with offices across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Newcastle, with a broader reach across Australia.
The firm works with a diverse range of clients, including government agencies, banks, insurance companies and private employers, providing practical and commercially focused legal solutions.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary or Legal Support professional
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
• A proactive and positive approach to your work
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines
• A genuine interest in developing your legal knowledge and career
• A collaborative approach and willingness to be part of a team

Commercial litigation experience is advantageous, but not essential for the right candidate.

Why Join?

• Ongoing training and professional development
• Strong opportunities to build your legal support career
• Regular team and firm-wide social events
• CSR and volunteer initiatives
• Employee Assistance Program
• Competitive paid parental leave and return-to-work benefits
• Employee achievement and recognition programs
• Discounted gym and health insurance memberships
• A supportive, inclusive and people-focused culture

The firm places a strong emphasis on excellence, teamwork, integrity and leadership, while recognising the importance of diversity and inclusion within the workplace.

All communication will be strictly confidential