At Sarah Bevan Family Lawyers, we are a progressive and client-focused specialist family and fertility law firm committed to delivering exceptional outcomes and outstanding client service. As our practice continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced and proactive legal assistant / paralegal to join our Sydney CBD team.
This role is ideally suited to someone with family law experience; however, we are also open to considering candidates with a minimum of two years' experience in another area of law who are looking to transition into family law.
About us
We are a specialist family and fertility law firm based in the Sydney CBD. We are passionate about helping clients navigate some of the most challenging periods of their lives with practical advice, compassion, and strong advocacy.
Our team prides itself on maintaining a collaborative, supportive, and positive workplace culture. We also believe in having fun and enjoying our time at work. We have always done things a little differently, and are committed to constantly striving to do the best for our clients and our staff.
About the role
Working closely with our lawyers, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality legal services to our clients. This is a hands-on position that requires excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, initiative, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
You will be involved in all aspects of legal support, including:
- Preparing court documents, correspondence, briefs, and legal documentation
- Managing lawyer diaries, appointments, and deadlines
- File management, including opening and closing matters
- Liaising professionally with clients, barristers, courts, and other professionals
- Assisting with court filings and procedural requirements
- Drafting routine correspondence and documents
- Preparing briefs for counsel and court appearances
- Managing billing, invoicing, and trust accounting processes where required
- Providing exceptional client service and support throughout the legal process
This position offers significant client interaction and would suit someone who enjoys building relationships, taking ownership of their work and contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.
What we offer
- Competitive remuneration based on experience
- A supportive, collaborative and fun team culture
- Direct access to experienced family lawyers and mentoring opportunities
- Exposure to a wide range of interesting and complex family law matters
- Modern Sydney CBD office environment
- Genuine opportunities for career progression and professional development with the ability to take on increasing responsibility as your skills and experience grow
About you
To be successful in this role, you will:
- Have previous experience as a legal assistant, paralegal, or legal secretary
- Have family law experience or at least two years' experience in another area of legal practice
- Be highly organised with strong time-management skills
- Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrate strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Be confident using legal practice management software and Microsoft Office applications
- Take initiative and enjoys problem solving
- Have a positive attitude and a good sense of humour
- Value teamwork and client service
Working arrangements
This position is available on either a full-time basis or a minimum four-day-per-week arrangement for the right candidate. Flexibility in working arrangements may be available for the right candidate following the initial training and onboarding period.
How to apply
Please submit your CV together with a cover letter outlining:
- Your relevant experience
- What attracts you to this role
- What you believe you would bring to our team
We are committed to finding the right person, not just the right resume. If you are an experienced legal assistant or paralegal looking to join a respected and growing family law firm, we would love to hear from you.
Pay: $53,047.32 – $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Experience:
- Office: 2 years (Required)
- Law firm: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sydney NSW 2000
