At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist lawyers with family law cases, manage files, and prepare legal documents.
- Company: Bennett & Philp, a leading Brisbane law firm with over 40 years of experience.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, extra leave, gym benefits, and a fun, inclusive workplace.
- Other info: Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real difference in family law.
- Qualifications: Experience in Family Law or litigation preferred but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
Bennett & Philp is a Brisbane Law firm with over 4 decades of experience with a strong Disputes & Litigation team who understand the real world.
We offer practical legal solutions with the full range of business and personal legal services and as a result have grown a stellar client base.
With over 25 lawyers across the firm and an established Litigation and Family Law team, we are looking for a Paralegal/Legal Secretary with demonstrated experience in Family Law to join the team.
Ideally you will have experience as a Paralegal in Family Law or alternatively another area of litigation i. e.
Commercial Litigation.
You will be working for a Family Law team Director and two Lawyers in the areas of (but not limited to) family law and criminal law.
Your workload will have a focus on these areas and your day will be varied an interesting.
Experience as a Paralegal in Family Law is not essential but will be highly regarded.
The firm has a focus on teamwork, and you will be required to assist other fee earners or teams during busy periods or while other support staff are on leave.
Responsibilities
- assisting lawyers running of files
- preparing forms and documents from precedents
- compiling briefs (electronic and/or paper)
- liaising with clients and other parties
- file opening, closing files and archiving
- file management (electronic and a small number of physical files)
- diary managementpreparing monthly invoicing
- Desired attributes
- Have the ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with team members and clients
- High level of typing and documentation accuracyand quick typing speed
- Have a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- Have strong time management and organisation skills
- Have interests in and pursue goals outside of work
In return for your hard work, you can expect from Bennett & Philp the opportunity to work with a high performing and skilled team with a strong social and inclusive culture.
The Firm pays competitive salaries, has an additional leave scheme, yearly gym benefit, parental leave policy, new office fit-out with in-house coffee machines and snacks, and other social events among many other benefits of working at Bennett & Philp.
Bennett & Philp Lawyers has a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The salary will be dependent on the level of experience.
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Paralegal/Legal Secretary – Family Law in Brisbane employer: Bennett & Philp Lawyers
Bennett & Philp is an exceptional employer located in Brisbane, offering a vibrant and inclusive work culture that prioritises teamwork and employee well-being. With competitive salaries, additional leave schemes, and benefits like a yearly gym allowance and social events, employees are supported both professionally and personally. Joining our Family Law team means being part of a high-performing group dedicated to delivering practical legal solutions while fostering strong relationships within a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
