Legal Assistant- Government Litigation

Kaleidescope Legal Recruitment; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Social events

Weekly drinks

Well-being program

Job summary

Kaleidescope Legal Recruitment is seeking a motivated legal assistant to support a Partner and team across Immigration, Disability, Child Support and FOI matters in a Top-Tier national law firm. The role is based in Melbourne CBD and offers full-time, permanent employment.

This is a rare opportunity to work closely with a respected Partner in a collaborative environment within a leading firm. The position emphasizes strong organisational skills, effective communication, and a proactive work

Qualifications

• Experience as a legal secretary or assistant in a similar role.
• Ability to manage time efficiently and use initiative.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Proactive and enthusiastic approach to work.

Responsibilities

• File management including drafting and amending documents.
• Preparation of court documents.
• Recording court orders and information in our litigation management system.
• Filing of court documents on the Commonwealth Courts Portal.
• Undertaking searches and research tasks when required.

Skills

Legal secretary experience

Time management

Communication skills

Proactive attitude

Job description

Full time, Permanent

1mo ago , from Kaleidescope Legal Recruitment

A rare opportunity with a Top-Tier National Law Firm! Support at Partner level. Stunning Melbourne CBD location and offices!

The Firm

This long standing top-tier national law firm offers quality legal services locally and across Europe, America and Asia. Promoting a collaborative team environment, this firm has been recognised with numerous awards making them leaders in the legal arena.

The Role

Our client is looking for a motivated and energeticlegal assistant to support one of the nicest Partners and their team across a range of matters which include Immigration, Disability, Child Support and Freedom of Information. The Partner has been described as someone who has a genuine care for their team.

Duties

• File management including drafting and amending documents
• Preparation of court documents
• Recording court orders and information in our litigation management system
• Filing of court documents on the Commonwealth Courts Portal
• Undertaking searches and research tasks when required

Skills & Expertise

• Experience as a legal secretary or assistant in a similar role
• The ability to manage time efficiently and use initiative
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• A proactive and enthusiastic approach to your work ethic

Culture & Benefits

• They provide fantastic benefits including numerous social events, weekly drinks and a well-being program.