Paralegal Position

Harrow Legal; Sydney; Vor Ort; AUD 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Harrow Legal in Sydney, NSW, is seeking a motivated Paralegal to provide essential legal and administrative support to our solicitors and manage case files. You will assist with drafting routine documents, conduct legal research, and ensure deadlines and confidential documents are handled efficiently in a busy practice environment.

This role suits a law student or someone with prior legal support experience looking to develop practical skills.

Qualifikationen

• Pursuing an LLB/JD or equivalent legal support experience.
• Experience as paralegal, legal secretary, law clerk, or legal assistant is advantageous.
• Strong written and verbal communication; highly organised and detail-oriented.

Aufgaben

• Assist solicitors with preparation, review and drafting of routine legal documents and correspondence.
• Create, maintain and organise electronic and physical case files.
• Conduct legal research and assist with the preparation of case summaries and supporting documentation.
• Monitor court dates, filing deadlines and other critical dates, ensuring timely reminders are provided to solicitors.
• Liaise with clients, courts, counsel and other relevant parties as directed by solicitors.
• Assist with the preparation and organisation of briefs, evidence, affidavits and other case-related materials.
• Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence, emails and telephone enquiries.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure all documentation is handled confidentially.
• Provide general administrative support to the legal team as required.

Kenntnisse

Verbal and written communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Ausbildung

LLB/JD in progress

Tools

Microsoft Office

Document management systems

Jobbeschreibung

Employment Type: Full-time / Part-time (as applicable)

Paralegal

Location: Sydney, NSW

About The Role

Harrow Legal is seeking a motivated and organised Paralegal to join our team. The successful candidate will provide essential legal and administrative support to our solicitors, assist with the preparation and management of legal matters, and ensure that case files and documentation are maintained accurately and efficiently.

This role is suited to a law student or an individual with previous experience in a legal support position who is looking to develop their practical experience within a professional legal environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist solicitors with the preparation, review and drafting of routine legal documents and correspondence.
• Create, maintain and organise electronic and physical case files.
• Conduct legal research and assist with the preparation of case summaries and supporting documentation.
• Monitor court dates, filing deadlines and other critical dates, ensuring timely reminders are provided to solicitors.
• Liaise with clients, courts, counsel and other relevant parties as directed by solicitors.
• Assist with the preparation and organisation of briefs, evidence, affidavits and other case-related materials.
• Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence, emails and telephone enquiries.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure all documentation is handled confidentially.
• Provide general administrative support to the legal team as required.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Currently undertaking a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD), preferably in at least the second year of study, or possess relevant experience in a legal support role.
• Previous experience as a paralegal, legal secretary, law clerk or legal assistant is advantageous.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet strict deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and confidence using digital document management systems.
• A professional approach to client service, confidentiality and teamwork.
• A willingness to learn and contribute positively to a busy legal practice.