A new opportunity has arisen for a Legal Assistant to work in Mills Oakley’s Commercial Disputes and Insolvency practice in Perth.
About Us
Mills Oakley is a leading national law firm with a proud history spanning over 160 years. In that time, we’ve grown into a Top 5 Australian law firm by size while remaining true to our shared vision of exceptional client service with a friendly and collaborative ethos. Mutual trust and respect are at the heart of everything we do.
The Role
A new opportunity has arisen for a Legal Assistant to work in Mills Oakley’s Commercial Disputes and Insolvency practice in Perth. Supporting two highly recognised Partners and a team of lawyers, your main responsibilities will include but not limited to:
- Diary management and work prioritisation;
- Preparing and formatting litigation documents and correspondence, including attending to amendments;
- Electronic filing of all Court documents in all Courts;
- Compiling and maintaining Court document files;
- Compilation of briefs to Counsel and experts;
- Undertaking Excel/hyperlinking work;
- Undertaking document management work;
- Managing a litigation diary: hearings, deadlines;
- Conducting conflict checks;
- File opening and closing, system and matter management;
- Assisting with monthly billing and client reports;
- Document management on legal practice management software; and
- General administrative support to solicitors.
The expectation would be that the ideal candidate can undertake the above work promptly and exercise initiative in undertaking that work.
Who We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate will have:
- At least 3 years’ experience as a legal assistant in a litigation practice
- Excellent communication skills with a strong client service focus
- Ability to prioritise multiple tasks and have a proven history of meeting deadlines
- Good attention to detail
- Intermediate to advanced skills using the Microsoft Office suite
What We Offer
We take a collaborative approach to your learning & development, giving you the personal attention and unique opportunities required to help you realise your full potential. We are committed to your health and well-being and offer a multitude of employee benefits including:
- Flexible working;
- Dress for your day;
- Discounted health insurance;
- Employee Assistance Program;
- Discounts to gyms and studios across Australia;
- Competitive referral bonus; and
- Other amazing perks!
All applications must include a CV and Cover Letter addressed to the Talent Acquisition team and submitted online via our Careers page.
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