Legal Secretary

Lawyers Weekly; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Modern office environment

Exposure to quality Family Law matters

Established practice stability

Job summary

Lawyers Weekly is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to support its busy Family Law team. You will handle court documents, diary management, drafting, billing assistance and client communication in a professional, confidential manner.

The role offers a collaborative, supportive culture within a modern office and exposure to quality Family Law matters. A long-term position with room to grow is on offer.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally in Family Law or litigation.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication with a proactive, client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and format court documents and legal correspondence.
• Manage diaries, schedule appointments, and coordinate files.
• Draft and amend documents with high attention to detail.
• Assist with billing and file management.
• Liaise with clients professionally and confidentially.

Skills

Legal secretarial experience

Family Law familiarity

Attention to detail

Job description

Career Growth | Supportive Culture | Quality Work

A highly regarded law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to support their busy Family Law team. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term role in a collaborative environment where your skills and contributions will be valued.

The Role:

As a key member of the Family Law team, you will provide high-level secretarial and administrative support to senior lawyers. Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and formatting court documents and legal correspondence
• Managing diaries, scheduling appointments, and coordinating files
• Drafting and amending documents with strong attention to detail
• Assisting with billing and file management
• Liaising with clients in a professional and confidential manner

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within Family Law (or other litigation practice area)
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise competing deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive, professional, and client-focused approach
• A desire to contribute to a positive and supportive team culture

The Benefits:

This firm values its people and offers a collaborative workplace where teamwork is encouraged, and contributions are recognised. You will enjoy a modern office environment, exposure to quality Family Law matters, and the stability of joining an established practice.