Legal Assistant, Dispute Resolution & Public Law
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Permanent, full‑time position based in Melbourne.
* Hybrid role; in office 3+ days a week in modern, open‑plan offices.
* We provide WFH IT equipment and reimbursement of up to $500 for additional equipment.
* Competitive remuneration and career progression.
* Learning and career development programs for all roles and levels.
* Flexible leave options and up to 26 weeks paid parental leave.
* Free daily breakfast, office drinks and social events.
* Commitment to health and wellbeing, pro bono and community, and diversity and inclusion.
About The Role And Team
We are looking for a legal assistant to join our Dispute Resolution and Public Law team in Melbourne.
In this role you will provide administrative support to Partners and lawyers in both general commercial litigation and public law dispute resolution teams.
Responsibilities
* Attend to opening files and conduct conflict checks.
* Monthly billing, reconcile expenses, and provide client reporting.
* Attend to searches on companies and individuals.
* Assist in preparation of court documents and correspondence.
* Format and word process (with support from our dedicated Document Support team).
* File e‑filing using online court portals.
* Transcribe dictation.
* Coordinate meetings and diary management.
* Assist the team with file management.
* Liaise with clients, suppliers and stakeholders.
* Maintain Partners/lawyers' contacts in our firm CRM InterAction, and assist with list management for events and communications.
About You
* A minimum of 3 years of experience as a legal assistant within a litigation and public sector law practice.
* Outstanding oral and written communication skills and strong client service focus.
* Proactive and ability to prioritise tasks.
* Strong attention to detail.
* Strong administrative support skills, including experience with billing and document management systems.
* Experience using Aderant and iManage.
* Strong time management and organisational skills.
About Us
Hall & Wilcox is a leading independent Australian law firm delivering outstanding legal services to corporate, public sector and private clients.
We are committed to creating and maintaining a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions of all people.
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We encourage applications from candidates of all cultural backgrounds. We are also committed to supporting candidates with disability.
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