Legal Assistant – Dispute Resolution and Litigation

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About the opportunity

We are currently looking for a Legal Assistant to join our Dispute Resolution & Litigation team. The contract is for a term of 6 months, however, there is a distinct possibility of extension for the right person.

Supporting a group of fee earners of various levels of seniority, including a Partner, this role will be relied upon to provide exceptional administrative assistance.

This position will ideally suit a person who is looking for a career as a Legal Assistant. This is a challenging role which provides a sense of ownership and accountability and would suit someone who prides themselves in the quality of their work.

Duties will include, but are not limited to:

• File Management – maintaining the life cycle of files, including having an understanding of the practice groups client specific costs structures, maintaining electronic files, monitoring fee estimates and file audits;
• Practice Management – managing communications and scheduling for a team of fee earners, answering telephones, managing diaries and distribution of work, maintaining the client data base, liaising with clients regarding queries, arranging meetings and travel arrangements;
• Document Production - drafting of documents including cost retainers and disclosures, letters and emails, preparing agendas and minutes for team meetings, precedent management;
• Billing - monthly billing, monitoring WIP reports and fee estimates, preparing specialised client bills where required, client monthly reporting;
• Business Development - assisting with the development of the business plan, monitoring activities to ensure KPIs are met, arranging seminars, workshops and networking functions;
• Event Management – arranging events that are hosted by our firm, including liaising with guest presenters and attendees, managing CPD attendance requirements and making necessary catering arrangements;
• Community Committee Membership – being part of our firm's Community Committee which is responsible for devising and driving our charitable and community support initiatives.

About us

Our people are our greatest asset. We will continually strive to provide you with opportunities to progress your skills and develop your career, within a supportive and friendly working environment. You will also have the opportunity to get involved in social, community and charity initiatives to give back to WA, and get to know your colleagues outside the office. 

Visit our website to learn more about us.

About you

Interested individuals must demonstrate:

• previous administration experience in a law firm or previous exposure to legal studies;
• a proactive approach, strong work ethic and use of initiative;
• an excellent command of written and verbal communication skills;
• strong and accurate keyboard skills;
• medium to advanced use of Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint;
• proven ability to prioritise, multitask and work effectively unsupervised;
• strong attention to detail, with highly-developed organisational skills;
• a friendly, cooperative personality, with the ability to manage the fee earners' needs; and
• the ability to communicate with clients and third parties as well as staff members of all levels.

This role is open to a junior or mid-level legal assistant.  Previous legal studies will be highly regarded.

How to apply

If you believe you have the skills, attributes and experience applicable to this role, please submit your CV and cover letter to our Human Resources team by emailing [email protected].

To be eligible to apply for this role you must be permitted to work in Australia on an unrestricted basis.

Please note that only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted. Applications from agencies will not be accepted at this time.

Jackson McDonald is an equal opportunity employer and encourages Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders to apply for this position.