An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a highly regarded litigation practice supporting a busy legal team across complex disputes and litigation matters.
This role is ideal for a proactive and organised legal support professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working on interesting and challenging matters.
You will play a key role in supporting lawyers across all stages of litigation, from document preparation through to trial support.
Key Responsibilities
- Preparing, formatting and proofreading legal documents and correspondence
- Redacting and hyperlinking court and litigation documents
- Managing electronic and hard copy filing systems
- Preparing briefs, exhibits, court books and witness bundles
- Filing documents in State and Federal Courts
- Assisting with monthly billing processes
- Liaising with clients, barristers, courts and external stakeholders
- Conducting ASIC searches and coordinating transcripts and court orders
- Supporting trial preparation and ongoing litigation matters
- General administrative and practice support
About You
- Minimum 2 years' experience as a Legal Secretary
- Previous litigation experience essential
- Strong knowledge of court procedures and legal documentation
- Exceptional organisational and time management skills
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Professional communication and client service skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work autonomously
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary package
- Exposure to complex and interesting litigation matters
- Supportive and collaborative team environmentOpportunity for ongoing career developmentConvenient Sydney location
Legal Secretary - Litigation in Sydney employer: Empire Group
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