Paralegal

Saab Law Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Saab Law Group in Sydney is seeking a dedicated Paralegal on a permanent casual basis, with a view to progression to part-time. The role supports the Principal Solicitor with document drafting, client file management and invoicing, and requires strong communication and organizational skills.

Experience in Family Law is essential, and the candidate must be available for at least three days per week, 9am‑5pm. Local travel may be necessary; Australian citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• Two years' experience working in Family Law is essential.
• Australian citizenship is required for this position.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook is expected.

Responsibilities

• Deliver thorough administrative support, including drafting correspondence and managing client files.
• Draft Family Law Initiating Applications, Responses, Financial Statements and Affidavits.
• Coordinate appointments and communicate with clients professionally and promptly.
• Maintain and organize electronic and physical filing systems.
• Perform general office tasks such as photocopying and answering calls.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong work ethic

Detail oriented

Professional presentation

Autonomous work ability

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

Saab Law Group is a boutique firm located in Kogarah specialising in a wide range of legal areas including Family Law, Criminal Law, Immigration Matters, Property Matters and Care and Protection Matters. Our team is committed to tailoring legal solutions to client needs.

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Paralegal to join our friendly team on a permanent Casual basis, with the opportunity to progress to part time. The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting our Principal Solicitor.

Your daily duties will include but not be limited to:

Delivering thorough administrative assistance, including drafting correspondence, managing client files, and client invoicing.

Drafting legal documents such as Family Law Initiating Applications and Responses, Financial Statements, Case Outlines, Subpoenas and Affidavits.

Coordinating appointments and communicating with clients in a professional and timely manner.

Maintaining and organizing both electronic and physical filing systems.

Performing general office tasks such as photocopying, answering phone calls, and responding to enquiries.

About You

The successful candidate will have a strong work ethic and possess excellent communication skills.

Australian citizenship is required for this position.

To be successful in this role you will:

Have at least two (2) years' experience working in Family Law essential

Possess strong organizational skills.

Be proactive and resourceful, having the ability to work autonomously.

Be detail-oriented and produce work of a consistently high standard.

Be well presented and professional.

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook.

Be available to work at least three (3) days of the week (ideally including Monday), working hours 9am - 5pm.

Be located locally and able to travel to work.

Renumeration will be commensurate with experience.