Personal Assistant/Paralegal

Personal Assistant / Paralegal – Boutique Family Law Firm

Brisbane CBD | Full-Time | Commencement: Immediate start

We are a boutique family law firm located in the Brisbane CBD, known for our values, client-focused approach and supportive culture. We are looking for a capable and committed Personal Assistant / Paralegal to support a Senior Associate and a Junior Solicitor, working alongside experienced support staff.

This is a great opportunity to be part of a close-knit team and contribute meaningfully to the daily operations of a respected Family Law practice.

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About the Role

You will play an integral role in supporting our solicitors with a mix of administrative and paralegal tasks, which requires a high level of organisation and attention to detail.

Key responsibilities include:

·         Typing legal documents and correspondence with speed and accuracy

·         Preparing court documents, disclosure materials, Briefs to Counsel etc.

·         Scheduling appointments and maintaining calendars

·         Liaising with clients, barristers and others in a professional and empathetic manner

·         Maintaining both electronic and physical files, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal procedures

·         Answering phones and welcoming clients

·         Assisting with general office administration and workflow management

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About You

Our successful candidate will be professional, reliable and motivated with experience in a legal support role - ideally in family law. You will possess excellent organisational and communication skills and be comfortable managing competing deadlines with a calm and methodical approach.

You will bring:

·         Experience as a legal assistant and/or paralegal

·         Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Leap experience is a plus

·         Accurate dictation typing skills

·         Understanding of legal and court processes

·         Ability to manage and maintain digital and physical file systems

·         Excellent verbal and written communication skills

·         A professional, courteous, and empathetic manner when dealing with clients

·         High standard of confidentiality, integrity, and discretion

·         Ability to work autonomously and within a busy team environment

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Why Join Us?

·         Supportive and collaborative team environment

·         Direct involvement in meaningful family law matters

·         Work in a reputable and well-established firm

·         Exposure to both electronic and traditional file systems

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How to Apply

If you are looking for a long-term role where your skills will be valued and your contribution will make a real impact, we encourage you to apply.

 Please submit your resume and a cover letter to our Practice Manager at [email protected] or via the Apply Now button. All applications are confidential.

 We look forward to hearing from you.