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SalaryAbout the business
Advocate Family Lawyers is a newly established boutique Family Law firm located in Malvern. The firm is run by the sole Principal Director who is very passionate and driven professional who cares deeply for her clients – always striving for the best outcome.
The Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity for Legal Assistant at intermediate/senior level to provide exceptional support to the firm’s Principal Director.
The successful candidate will have a mature nature and be an effective communicator with not only the principal, but clients, other staff members, and all parties alike – always extolling the firm’s values of authenticity and kind regard.
Skills and experience
- At least 5 years of Personal Assistant and/or legal secretary Family Law experience
- A willingness and motivation to learn and develop in this role
- Experience with the systemisation and collation of financial disclosure with regards to Family Law property matters
- Advanced Microsoft Word and Outlook skills with fast typing speed
- Experience with LEAP legal software and e-Brief Ready
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills with a can-do-attitude
- Ability to work independently and pro-actively seek to problem-solve when required
- Ability to follow direction, adapt to change and evolve with the firm’s systems and processes
- Experience and understanding of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia Central Practice Direction with regards to Family Law, legal documents and processes and maintaining client confidentiality.
Job Description
- Extensive diary management for all client and personal appointments, Court and family commitments and meetings with Counsel
- Managing disclosure document collation for property matters and assist with the setup and maintenance of an effective process for managing disclosure
- Comprehensive Task management and completion including regular meetings and communications with Principal to manage workload and deadlines.
- Answering phone calls from clients and manage new enquiries in a friendly, helpful and efficient manner.
- Data entry and file management of client files
- Other administrative duties that may arise.
If you are motivated, hardworking, and enjoy a high-paced workplace, then consider a career with Advocate Family Lawyers.
