Legal Assistants (Multiple Teams)

Lavan is an independent Western Australian law firm with a 125 year history. We bring to our clients a specialised local knowledge, local networks and a firsthand understanding of the Western Australian business community.

About the Roles

We are searching for highly organised and experienced Legal Assistants for our three of our teams across Litigation and Dispute Resolution, Property and Leasing and Corporate, Banking and Finance Teams.

Reporting directly into our Partners, these roles will require the successful candidates to take ownership in providing administrative and secretarial support, as well as client management across their assigned legal team. 

General responsibilities include:

• Administrative tasks to support the partners, team and clients
• Preparing documents and cost agreements
• File/matter management
• Processing end of month billing
• Business Development support 

About You

We are looking for self-motivated and collaborative individuals with demonstrated legal experience to join our team. The successful applicant will bring with them: 

• Proven success and administration experience working in the Legal Industry as a Legal Assistant/Secretary
• Experience creating new client matter files, closing and archiving files
• Experience with document preparation and cost agreements
• Previous billing experience highly advantageous
• Proficient technical and computer knowledge, with advanced skills in MS office
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills
• High attention to detail and initiative
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and assist with competing deadlines

At Lavan, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace, if you do not meet each and every one of the requirements above but are excited about this role, we encourage you to submit your application with us.

About Us

Our Purpose is Making A Real Difference. Together.

Our values of Fulfilment, Integrity, Courage, Collaboration and Excellence drive everything we do.

We believe that our people are our most valuable assets. Our goal is to provide our people with a working environment that is professionally and personally rewarding. We also offer our staff with the following benefits and perks:

• health and wellness initiatives including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, daily continental breakfast, and an annual Wellness Benefit;
• financial support programs including salary continuance, recruitment and client incentive referral programs, discounted services, LSL over and above award and competitive industry salaries; and
• ongoing study and education assistance.

Lavan is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace. We are actively committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) and supporting the employment of First Nations peoples. We believe that everyone deserves to feel respected, valued and safe. We strive to attract and develop exceptional people from diverse backgrounds and are committed to promote a workplace without barriers.

We encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.

Join us on this journey by clicking Apply Now or by visiting our website www.lavan.com.au for more information.