Senior Legal Assistant: Personal Injury & Litigation Support

Maurice Blackburn Lawyers; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Maurice Blackburn Lawyers in Newcastle CBD is seeking an experienced Senior Legal Assistant to provide high‑level support to a Senior Associate and help manage day‑to‑day legal matters and office operations.

You will handle legal files, draft and format legal documents, coordinate diaries and meetings, liaise with clients and courts, maintain accurate records and assist with billing and administration while handling confidential information with discretion.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting senior legal professionals in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Attention to detail and strong written/verbal communication.
• Proactive, professional approach and ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Managing legal files, documentation and correspondence
• Drafting, preparing and formatting legal documents
• Coordinating diaries, appointments and meetings
• Liaising with clients, courts and external stakeholders
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with firm procedures
• Assisting with billing, reporting and administrative tasks
• Handling confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and discretion

Skills

Legal support experience

Strong organisational skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Proactive approach

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal practice management system

Job description

Maurice Blackburn Lawyers in Newcastle CBD is seeking an experienced Senior Legal Assistant to provide high‑level support to a Senior Associate and help manage day‑to‑day legal matters and office operations.

You will handle legal files, draft and format legal documents, coordinate diaries and meetings, liaise with clients and courts, maintain accurate records and assist with billing and administration while handling confidential information with discretion.