Litigation Paralegal (Australian Experience Required)

Law Assist Pty Ltd; Philippines; On-site; PHP 2,362,000 - 3,220,000; Full time

Job summary

Law Assist Pty Ltd seeks a proactive Litigation Paralegal in Australia to manage end-to-end support across complex disputes and court proceedings. You will anchor active matters, coordinate court filings, perform document review and discovery, and assist with legal research and trial preparation under senior counsel.

Strong organization, attention to detail, and teamwork are essential in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing litigation caseloads and deadlines.
• Proficiency with court filing procedures and service of process.
• Ability to perform targeted statutory and case law research.
• Strong attention to detail in preparing legal documents.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate court filings and service of process.
• Maintain master case calendars and track litigation deadlines.
• Review, index and organize evidence for discovery.
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda and chronologies.
• Prepare trial materials, affidavits and pleadings under direction.

Skills

Case management

Court filings

Legal research

Document review

Time management

Education

Law degree or Paralegal certification

Tools

Legal databases

Job description

OVERVIEW:

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Litigation Paralegal to manage end-to-end support across complex legal disputes and court proceedings. In this position, you will serve as a core anchor for active litigation matters, taking ownership of case file management, procedural court filings, evidentiary document review, and critical legal research. This role offers an excellent opportunity to manage high-impact legal operations and work closely with senior legal counsel in a fast-paced environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Case Management & Court Procedures:

  • Coordinate court filings, service of process, and compliance with tribunal and jurisdiction-specific procedural rules.

  • Maintain master case calendars, tracking key litigation deadlines, court appearances, discovery timelines, and filing dates.

• Document Review & Discovery:

  • Review, analyze, and index voluminous evidence, contracts, and correspondence for discovery and disclosure.

  • Conduct initial privilege reviews and compile organized exhibit lists and court bundles.

• Legal Research & Analysis:

  • Execute targeted legal research using online databases to analyze relevant statutes, regulations, and case precedents.

  • Draft initial research summaries, legal memoranda, and case chronologies to support litigation strategy.

• Drafting & Document Preparation:

  • Draft foundational legal documents, including legal correspondence, affidavits, subpoenas, list of documents, and formal pleadings under direction.

  • Proofread and format legal documents to ensure strict compliance with court style guides and precision standards.

• Trial Preparation & Ad Hoc Operations:

  • Prepare comprehensive trial briefs, witness folders, and court books for hearings and trials.

  • Manage administrative operations, maintain client matter files, and handle ad hoc support duties as litigation demands evolve.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Required: Australian paralegal litigation experience.

• Preferred: A law degree or Paralegal certification.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in legal research, document review, and legal document preparation.

• Core Competencies:

  • Exceptional organizational and time management skills.

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

  • Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.