Litigation Legal Secretary

Lawyers Weekly; Brisbane; Sur place; AUD 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Lawyers Weekly in Brisbane is seeking an experienced Litigation Secretary to support a Partner and their team in a respected commercial litigation firm. You will handle drafting and formatting of documents, file management, and billing while coordinating with clients and courts.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of litigation secretarial experience, strong document prep skills, and a professional, team-oriented approach.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience as a Legal Secretary (litigation preferred).
• Strong skills in document preparation and time management.
• Ability to work independently while contributing as part of a team.
• Professional, friendly approach with excellent communication skills.

Responsabilités

• Drafting, amending and formatting legal documents and correspondence.
• File and matter management, both digital and physical.
• Preparing briefs to counsel and court documents.
• Diary and email management, scheduling and travel bookings.
• Monthly billing and time entry using legal software.
• Liaising with clients, barristers and courts professionally.

Connaissances

Document prep

Time management

Independent worker

Communication skills

Outils

Legal software

Description du poste

Step Into a Role with Structure, Stability and Great People

We are working with a respected commercial litigation firm in the Brisbane CBD seeking an experienced Litigation Secretary to support a Partner and their team. The firm is highly regarded for its disputes expertise, including commercial litigation, insolvency, and property-related matters, and has an excellent reputation for providing a professional and supportive environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a legal secretary with litigation experience who is seeking a long-term, stable role in a collaborative team.

About the Role

You’ll be a key support to fee earners across a wide range of litigation matters including contract disputes, insolvency, construction and property litigation.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Drafting, amending and formatting legal documents and correspondence
• File and matter management, both digital and physical
• Preparing briefs to counsel and court documents
• Diary and email management, scheduling and travel bookings
• Monthly billing and time entry using legal software
• Liaising with clients, barristers and courts professionally

About You

• Minimum 2 years' experience as a Legal Secretary (litigation preferred)
• Strong skills in document preparation and time management
• Ability to work independently while contributing as part of a team
• Professional, friendly approach with excellent communication skills

Why Apply?

• Be part of a respected firm with a strong reputation in litigation and disputes
• Work directly with senior lawyers on high-quality matters
• Join a stable team that values professionalism, respect and collaboration
• Competitive salary package based on experience