Legal Secretary - Litigation

Lawyers Weekly; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incredible workplace culture

Learning and Growth

Priority on Wellbeing

Job summary

Lawyers Weekly is seeking a capable Legal Secretary in Brisbane to support senior lawyers in the Litigation team. You will draft and manage legal documents, handle diary management, and assist with court communications while maintaining confidentiality and high accuracy.

The ideal candidate brings 1-2+ years in the legal field, strong typing, and a proactive, detail-oriented mindset. This full-time role offers an engaging workplace culture and growth opportunities in a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Deliver top-notch administrative support to senior legal professionals in the Litigation team.

Skills

Legal secretary experience

MS Office proficiency

Typing & transcription

Organisation & multitasking

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Communication

Proactive attitude

Tools

MS Office Suite

Legal software

Job description

Are you a passionate and career-driven Legal Secretary?

Do you thrive when helping experienced Lawyers do their best and service their wonderful clients?Your dream job awaits!

We are on the lookout for a dedicated Legal Secretary with a keen eye for detail, a positive attitude, and a drive to excel. With1-2 + years of experiencein the legal field (those with a higher level of experience please also apply), this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Standout Features

• Incredible workplace culture: Dive into a truly friendly team who will make every work day enjoyable.
• Learning and Growth: Embrace constant development opportunities to take your career as a Legal Secretary to the next level.
• Priority on Wellbeing: Sustainable working practices and supportive initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver top-notch administrative support to senior legal professionals in the Litigation team.
• Draft and manage legal documents and correspondence.
• Prepare and organise briefs and legal files.
• Handle diary and email management with precision.
• Facilitate seamless communication between Solicitors, clients, and court personnel.
• Conduct legal research as required.
• Manage minimal dictation tasks.
• Assist with end-of-month accounts and document conversions.
• Perform various other administrative duties as needed.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar role.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite and legal software.
• Exceptional typing and transcription skills.
• Strong organisational and multitasking capabilities.
• Impeccable attention to detail and accuracy.Solid understanding of legal terminology and procedures.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive, self-motivated attitude.