Legal Assistant - Medical Negligence

Legal Assistant supporting Medical Negligence team

• Melbourne CBD | Hybrid Working | Up to $100k Package

The Firm

Join one of Australia’s most respected specialist law firms, renowned for its commitment to technical excellence, innovation and genuine collaboration. With more than 700 professionals across the country, this firm has built an outstanding reputation for delivering exceptional outcomes across insurance, commercial litigation, workplace law and other key practice areas.

The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Assistant to join the firm’s Medical Negligence team on a permanent basis.

In this role, you will provide high-level support to the team, including direct support at Partner level, ensuring the smooth running of a busy practice. This is a varied and fast-paced role where you will play a key part in keeping matters moving and providing exceptional administrative and client support.

Your responsibilities will include

• Preparing, formatting and proofreading legal correspondence, court documents and briefs


• Assisting with the management of complex litigation files and medical negligence claims


• Diary management, meeting coordination and organising travel arrangements


• Monitoring court deadlines, preparing court bundles and maintaining document filing systems


• Assisting with billing processes, including timesheets and monthly invoicing


• Providing general administrative support to the broader team as required

About You

You are an experienced Legal Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys being a reliable and proactive member of a legal team.

• Previous experience supporting litigation, insurance or commercial law teams


• Experience supporting at Partner level or senior stakeholders


• Excellent attention to detail and strong document formatting skills


• The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines

What’s In It For You?

This firm is committed to creating a workplace where people feel supported, valued and able to perform at their best.

• Competitive salary package


• Hybrid working with at least one day per week from home


• A supportive and collaborative team culture


• Regular social events and team lunches


• Health and wellbeing initiatives


• Paid parental leave and a supportive return to work program


• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities

Next Steps

If you are looking to join a highly regarded firm and be part of a collaborative, high-performing team, we would love to hear from you.

Click Apply Now, or contact Krystal on 0439 629 474 for a confidential discussion.