Legal Assistant - Plaintiff Personal Injuries

Arnold Dallas McPherson is one of Victoria’s leading and established Plaintiff Personal Injuries Law Firms. The firm has a particular focus on WorkCover, TAC, and public liability claims.

The Role

We are seeking to appoint a Legal Assistant for our team based in our Bendigo office. The office has a team of experienced lawyers and administration staff with a great culture.

Experience in Plaintiff Personal Injuries law and proficiency in Microsoft Office suite is preferred.

Key Duties

As a Legal Assistant the successful applicant will undertake a variety of tasks which include:

• operate independently, self-manage and prioritise tasks effectively,
• have excellent computer skills and have strong verbal and written communication skills,
• prepare and draft a variety of legal/court documents – for example briefs to counsel, correspondence to clients etc,
• dealing with inquiries from clients, other solicitors, barristers and other professionals associated with the conduct of our matters.
• manage and assist lawyers with diary management, appointments, file/practice planning and strategy.

Full training on our Practice Management system will be provided to the successful candidate.

Employment Benefits

Arnold Dallas McPherson employment benefits include:

• varied and interesting work with the ability to develop whilst being appropriately supported and supervised.
• a Competitive remuneration package including additional annual leave days and annual leave loading.
• employee insurance benefits.

If you are looking for stable, long term job security with a growing legal firm that can offer you a good work/life balance and supportive work environment, please send CVs and cover letters in Word format only to *******@ardmc.com.au. 

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.