At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist lawyers in personal injury cases and manage essential legal documentation.
- Company: Join Zaparas Lawyers, a leading personal injury law firm in Melbourne.
- Benefits: Supportive environment, professional development, and a chance to work with top legal experts.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with opportunities for networking and continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on clients' lives while growing your legal career.
- Qualifications: Some experience in personal injury law and strong organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
Join one of Melbourne's leading personal injury law firms. Are you a Legal Assistant with some exposure to Personal Injury Law, looking to take the next step in your career? At Zaparas Lawyers, we are looking for a Legal Assistant for a 12-month contract in our Oakleigh head office. If you're looking for a collaborative and friendly environment to accelerate your growth and work alongside some of the best in the field, this could be the right next step for you.
The Opportunity
At Zaparas Lawyers, we are committed to delivering exceptional legal service and making a meaningful impact on our clients' lives. As a Legal Assistant in our Personal Injury team, you'll work closely with our experienced lawyers and play a key role in supporting our Personal Injury practice to support injured clients through their legal journey. With our Lawyers specialising in TAC, Workcover, Public Liability or Superannuation, you will be at the heart of our operations, providing essential legal support and client service for our dynamic TAC team.
Your daily responsibilities will keep you engaged, challenged, and constantly learning as you:
- Assist with general administration and filing
- Maintain calendars and diary appointments
- Develop a deeper understanding of litigation procedures in the respective department
- Open new files, prepare letters and correspondence, draft medical-legal letters of instruction
- Compile briefs and court documents
- Proactively liaise with the supervising solicitor and relevant parties to advance files
- Monitor critical dates to ensure deadlines are met
- Respond to general enquiries via telephone and in-person
Why Zaparas?
From day 1, you will feel right at home. From the moment you walk into any of our offices, you will be warmly welcomed as part of our family. We support each other during difficult times, celebrate wins and milestones together and have a genuine care for your well-being and your personal and professional development.
Working with the best
Through continuous learning and development programs and by giving you the opportunity to work with some of the best lawyers and barristers in the industry, we will work with you to achieve your full potential. A career at Zaparas Lawyers is unique and offers training, responsibility and autonomy required for your professional development. Our Legal Assistants have the opportunity to network and contribute to continuous improvement through a structured collaboration and development program.
Legal Assistant in Melbourne employer: Zaparas Lawyers
Zaparas Lawyers is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and supportive work culture, making it an ideal place for a Personal Injury Legal Assistant to thrive. Located in Oakleigh, Melbourne, employees benefit from professional growth opportunities through mentorship from experienced lawyers and a commitment to ongoing training. With a focus on work-life balance and a strong team spirit, Zaparas Lawyers ensures that every team member feels valued and empowered in their role.
