Legal Assistant

About the role

Working closely with the firm’s Principal and legal support staff, you will assist with the day-to-day administration and progression of client matters.

Key responsibilities will include:

• maintaining electronic client files, task lists, chronologies and critical dates;

• organising correspondence, records and disclosure documents;

• preparing draft lists of documents, routine correspondence, forms and other basic legal documents under supervision;

• requesting and following up medical, employment and other records;

• communicating with clients, insurers, medical providers and other stakeholders;

• assisting with briefs, applications and settlement documentation; and

• providing general administrative support and compassionate client care.

About you

You will ideally:

• have a genuine interest in law and legal practice;

• be studying law or another relevant discipline, or considering a future legal career;

• communicate clearly and have strong written English;

• be organised, accurate and attentive to detail;

• be confident using Microsoft Word, Outlook and electronic systems;

• understand the importance of confidentiality and professional conduct; and

• be reliable, willing to learn and comfortable assisting clients who may be injured or distressed.

Previous legal or administrative experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

About us

Far North Injury Lawyers is a boutique Cairns personal injury firm assisting clients with workers’ compensation, motor vehicle accident, public liability and other compensation claims.

We offer flexible part-time hours, direct mentoring, practical legal experience and a supportive, down-to-earth working environment. For the right person, there will be opportunities to develop their skills, assume greater responsibility and grow with the firm.

How to apply

Please submit:

• your current résumé;

• a brief covering letter explaining your interest in the position; and

• if you are currently studying law or a related discipline, a copy of your current academic transcript (an unofficial transcript is acceptable).

Please Note: This is an office-based position located in Cairns and is not available as a remote or work-from-home role.