Use your solid commercial litigation and disputes resolution in this fast-paced role. Boutique commercial law firm in a modern CBD office. Down to earth team culture.

• Career paralegal with strong organisational and drafting skills
• Support a lovely and down to earth litigation team
• Highly competitive salary up to $100,000 package

THE FIRM

Our client is a progressive boutique commercial law firm with a modern office in the heart of the CBD. The firm prides themselves on their high-quality work whilst having a friendly and welcoming office environment.

THE ROLE

Due to a recent promotion, the firm is seeking an experienced career paralegal to support their litigation practice.

As a paralegal in the Commercial Litigation team, you will be supporting a partner, senior associate and 2 lawyers across a variety of complex commercial litigation and dispute resolution matters.

Your main duties include:

• Proactive diary, phone and email management
• Drafting correspondence, prepare letters and court documents
• Assisting with court preparation including court filing and briefs to Counsel
• Liaising directly with clients, solicitors and other stakeholders
• Monthly billing and client reporting

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in this litigation paralegal position, you will ideally have:

• Solid experience as a paralegal or legal assistant working in a commercial litigation practice is essential
• Advanced computer skills including MS Office and formatting skills
• Excellent phone manner and strong client liaison skills
• Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated organisational skills to manage competing priorities

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Attractive remuneration up to $100,000 package
• Great onboarding and training process with innovative technology in place
• Support and mentorship by an approachable and forward-thinking Team Lead
• Be part of a firm that has a realistic approach to budget and actively encourages a work life balance

TO APPLY

Please click on the 'Apply for this job' button or email stephanie.lim@empiregroup.com.au direct. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion regarding this role or to explore other career opportunities please contact:

Stephanie Lim

Ref No: SL081220
Email: stephanie.lim@empiregroup.com.au
Phone: (03) 8602 7405

Applications close 8 January 2021. Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.