We're recruiting on behalf of a premier Australian commercial law firm renowned for its innovative, commercially focused advice and involvement in some of the country's most significant landmark transactions. This firm advises a diverse mix of Australian and international corporations, high-net worth individuals and large family businesses.
About the Role - Melbourne & Sydney
This role provides comprehensive secretarial and administrative support across litigation, regulatory disputes and advisory matters, working closely with partners and lawyers in a highly collaborative, client-focused environment.
Disputes work is fast-paced and genuinely varied, ideal for someone who thrives under pressure and enjoys the reactive nature of litigation support. This is a fully on-site role, five days a week, with a fantastic range of perks on offer including gym memberships, team events, health checks, insurance, daily breakfast, and a free coffee cafe on site.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft, format and amend litigation documents, including pleadings, affidavits, witness statements, subpoenas, submissions and court books
- Prepare, format and lodge court and tribunal documents, including electronic filing and service where required
- Manage files, diaries and matters, including monitoring court dates, hearing dates, mediation dates and other litigation deadlines
- Liaise with clients, courts, barristers' chambers, counsel, regulators and other firms
- Coordinate logistics for court attendances, mediations, conferences and settlement meetings
- Enter timesheet data, prepare client accounts (billing) and process expense claims
- Conduct conflict searches and due diligence investigations
- Previous experience in a law firm, preferably private practice
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment
- Advanced Microsoft Outlook and Word skills
- Accurate typing, spelling and proofreading skills with strong attention to detail
- Discretion and sound judgement handling confidential and legally privileged information
- Knowledge of court and tribunal filing systems, or iManage/Aderant Expert, desirable
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