About the Role
Delaney & Delaney has an exciting opportunity for a Family LawExecutive Assistant/Paralegal to join our team. You will be working closely with our Principal Solicitor who is an accredited specialist in Family Law and within a team of highly experienced practitioners. Your responsibilities will include:
- Assisting with drafting FCFCOA documents and correspondence to clients, organisations and other solicitors;
- Assisting with the preparation of Financial Agreements;
- Preparing briefs to Counsel;
- File opening and closing;
- Diary management;
- Assisting clients with general enquiries over the telephone;
- Monthly billing;
- General word processing;
- Filing; and
- Assisting the team to meet deadlines.
Skills and Experience
To be successful in this role you will:
- Have a minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role;
- Be familiar with the processes of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia;
- Be professional in your interactions with the public both in person and on the telephone;
- Have strong written and verbal skills;
- Have good time management and organisational skills;
- Display initiative and be proactive;
- Have proficient skills in Microsoft Office (experience with Practice Evolve would be beneficial);
- Be a team player who approaches matters diligently; and
- Have a mature outlook.
About Us
We are a reputable, long-standing and busy law firm with offices in Brisbane City and Wilston. Our main areas of practice are Family Law, Wills and Estates and Property Law. We have a long history, having been established in 1915, and offer a friendly, fast-paced and supportive work environment. We are looking for someone who aligns with our culture and who can hit the ground running.
This is a full-time role 8:30am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday, based in our Brisbane City office.
Please email your resume with cover letter to our Practice Manager, Emily Prenzler by COB Friday, 26 April 2024 *************@delaneyanddelaney.com.au.