Legal Assistant - Disputes

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

The Role

Are you an experienced Legal Assistant looking to join a high-performing Disputes team?

We are currently recruiting for a Disputes Legal Assistant to join a leading Sydney law firm, providing dedicated support to senior lawyers within a busy and highly regarded Disputes practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong Litigation or Dispute Resolution legal support experience who is looking for a long-term career opportunity within a professional, collaborative and supportive environment.
Working closely with Partners and senior fee earners, you will play an integral role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of their practices.

Your responsibilities will include:

• 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

What's on Offer?

Alongside a competitive salary, you'll enjoy an excellent range of benefits, including:

• Flexible working arrangements, with a balance of office and work-from-home days
• A supportive, collaborative and inclusive team culture
• Paid parental leave and the option to purchase additional annual leave
• Access to a dedicated wellness programme
• Genuine investment in employee wellbeing, professional development and career progression

About You

We are looking for a proactive and highly organised Legal Assistant who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional support.

To be successful, you will ideally have:

• 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 legal software systems such as Elite 3E, iManage, Aderant, LEAP, Practice Evolve or similar
• Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work autonomously
• Strong communication skills and a professional, personable approach

Interested? If this sounds like the right next step for you, we'd love to hear from you!

Additional information

• Up to $105K package, depending on experience
• Flexible working arrangements and excellent employee benefits
• Support senior Partners within a busy Disputes practice