Legal Assistant - Trusts & Estates

About the role

A commercial law practice in Melbourne's CBD is looking for a Legal Assistant to support a Partner and Special Counsel who handles Trusts and Estates matters. The role sits in a fast-paced environment and also provides support to the wider team across probate, estate planning, estate administration and estate disputes.

Key responsibilities

• Draft and prepare legal documents, correspondence and court documents
• Manage calendars and emails
• Arrange meetings and appointments
• Assist with billing
• Manage files, including opening, closing and archiving, and filing
• Liaise with clients and other stakeholders
• Coordinate the safe custody of documents

Required profile

• Solid experience as a Legal Assistant supporting a busy team
• Experience in Trusts and Estates is highly regarded
• Client-focused approach, strong time management and organisation skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and high attention to detail

Required skills

• Solid MS Office skills
• Legal software skills

What we offer

• An excellent salary package
• Hybrid work options
• Health and wellbeing initiatives, a well-stocked kitchen, barista-quality coffee and a yearly professional development allowance

To apply, use the online application button or contact the recruiter by phone quoting reference number 4089301.