Your new company

Your new role

• Document Management and Preparation: Organising, filing, and maintaining legal documents, including contracts, pleadings and correspondence.
• Scheduling: Coordinating appointments, meetings and court dates for the internal team and clients.
• Client Communication: Handling phone calls, emails and in-person enquiries from clients, providing information and updates as needed.
• Research: Conducting legal research to support case preparation and ongoing legal matters.
• Billing and Invoicing: Managing billing processes, preparing invoices and tracking payments.
• Administrative Support: Assisting with general office tasks such as data entry, mail distribution and office supply management.
• Case Management: Maintaining case files, tracking deadlines and ensuring all necessary documents are prepared and submitted on time.
• Drafting Documents: Preparing legal documents such as briefs, motions and agreements under the supervision of the team.
• Court Filings: Filing documents with the court and ensuring compliance with court procedures and deadlines.
• Confidentiality: Ensuring all client information and legal documents are handled with the utmost confidentiality and security.

What you'll need to succeed

• Extensive experience as a legal secretary, preferably within medical negligence and workers’ compensation law.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, processes, and documentation
• Organisational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks, maintain detailed records and keep track of important deadlines.
• Attention to Detail: Ensuring accuracy in document preparation, data entry and legal research.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with clients, attorneys and court personnel.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with legal software, Microsoft Office Suite and other office technology.
• Research Skills: Ability to conduct thorough legal research and compile relevant information.
• Time Management: Efficiently prioritising tasks and managing time to meet deadlines.
• Confidentiality: Maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive information and adhering to ethical standards.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to anticipate needs, identify issues and find effective solutions.
• Interpersonal Skills: Building positive relationships with clients, colleagues and other stakeholders.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to handle changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.

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