Are you an experienced Family Law Legal Assistant looking to join a highly regarded Australian private practice known for its supportive culture and strong reputation in the market?
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Legal Assistant who enjoys working in a collaborative environment and wants to support leading lawyers within a well-established Family & Relationship Law team. You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the practice while contributing to the delivery of exceptional client service.
Who will they be supporting? You will support a team of highly respected Family Lawyers who specialise in a broad range of matters including property and financial settlements, parenting disputes, financial agreements, de facto relationships and complex family law matters.
Your day to day responsibilities will be
- Diary and inbox management for multiple fee earners
- Liaising with clients, courts, barristers and external parties
- Preparing, formatting and proof‐reading legal documents and correspondence
- Drafting basic correspondence and assisting with court documentation
- Preparing briefs to Counsel and compiling annexures
- Filing and serving court documents
- Conducting property and ASIC searches
- Managing electronic files and document systems
- Transcribing dictation and assisting with administrative support tasks
- General practice support including time recording, archiving and file management
Do you have the following skillset?
- 4+ years' experience as a Legal Assistant within Family Law
- Strong knowledge of legal administrative processes within a law firm environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
- High attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality
- Advanced skills across the Microsoft Office Suite
- A proactive, team‐focused approach and a genuine passion for providing exceptional support
Company Benefits
- Salary up to $110k package depending on experience
- Hybrid working model with flexibility to work from home
- Supportive, inclusive and down‐to‐earth team culture
- Genuine career development and learning opportunities
- Opportunity to work alongside highly respected Family Law specialists
Senior Legal Assistant - Family Law employer: MJD Recruitment
MJD Recruitment offers a dynamic and supportive work environment where you can thrive as an Executive Assistant. With a focus on professional development, employees are encouraged to grow their skills while enjoying a collaborative culture that values teamwork and innovation. Located in the vibrant city of Sydney, this role provides the unique opportunity to work alongside senior leaders in a global professional services organisation, ensuring your contributions are impactful and recognised.
