Legal Secretary, Litigation
- Provide administrative support to partners and lawyers in the Dispute Resolution & Litigation practice.
- Draft and manage legal documents, correspondence, and client communications.
- Coordinate file management, diary scheduling, and billing preparation.
Firm Background
Arnold Bloch Leibler is a premier Australian commercial law firm with offices in Melbourne and Sydney. We provide strategic legal and commercial advice to a diverse range of Australian and international corporations, high-net worth individuals and large family businesses. Arnold Bloch Leibler has developed a reputation for its innovative, commercially focused advice and is regularly involved in some of the most important landmark transactions in the country, helping clients with their most important or difficult legal matters - when their reputation is at risk, in crisis situations or before embarking on key initiatives. From our results and client commitment, to the commerciality of advice, our aim is to set the standard. For more detailed information about the firm's structure, services, values and service ethos, visit ******************
Dispute Resolution & Litigation Practice
Arnold Bloch Leibler's Dispute Resolution & Litigation practice has earned an outstanding reputation for its strategic, practical, and commercially focused advice. The firm's litigators are practised advocates, savvy negotiators and technically skilled lawyers. They are respected as formidable opponents, for their ability to find fresh solutions to complex litigation issues and for the zeal and efficiency with which clients' disputes are resolved.
The Role
A full-time opportunity exists for a Legal Secretary, working onsite in the office. Working closely with our partners, lawyers, and their clients, your duties will include:
- Drafting, formatting and collating legal documents, including commercial contracts, deeds and agreements;
- Preparing correspondence, memos and email communications;
- Managing client and internal communications via phone and email;
- Handling timesheet entry and supporting billing and client account preparation;
- Coordinating file and diary management, including scheduling and travel arrangements;
- Maintaining electronic filing systems, including email and document management;
- Overseeing file maintenance, archiving and records management; and
- Providing general administrative support as required.
You will join a close-knit and collaborative team, working with a diverse range of dynamic clients.
About You
You are an experienced Legal Secretary who brings a committed, proactive, and service-oriented approach to your work. You have exceptional organisational and communication skills, ensuring that you can prioritise tasks efficiently and manage competing deadlines with ease.
The ideal candidate will have experience in timesheet entry and client billing preparation, with a keen eye for detail. You thrive in fast-paced environments and are dedicated to providing the best possible support, always aiming to exceed expectations.
Experience with iManage and Aderant Expert is advantageous.
Staff Benefits
The salary package offered for this position is competitive and includes a range of benefits, such as:
- fully subsidised corporate gym membership;
- an in-house café providing fully subsidised beverages and snacks;
- discounted corporate health plan;
- staff social events;
- health and well-being program;
- complimentary legal advice for wills, estate planning and conveyancing; and
- prime CBD office location.
Applications
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