About Us

Mitchell & Shorten Lawyers is a small established law firm specialising in building law. We enjoy a relaxed yet professional working environment and like to take advantage of the Manly lifestyle.

The Role

As a growing practice, we are seeking a new staff member to join us on a casual basis. The role will involve working a minimum of 3 days per week with flexible days and hours. Initially it will be solely based in the office but there is this potential to work from home.

The role will suit an experienced legal secretary/paralegal or alternatively a law student with paralegal experience who wishes to grow with the firm and become a practicing lawyer.

Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include the following:

Typing letters and correspondence

Preparing court forms

Collating documents and evidence for hearings, counsel and expert witnesses

Electronic filing of firm documents

Filing of court documents

Billing/invoicing

Opening/closing files

Preparing cost agreements

Trust accounting

Key Attractions

Casual role with potential to go part time or full time

Friendly relaxed environment

No bureaucracy

Opportunity to go the beach at lunch time

Required Skills

Familiarity with the Australian legal system

Exposure to litigation and court processes

Typing speed and proficiency

MS Office software knowledge

Excellent attention to detail

Ideally experience with:

Xero accounting software

Legal practice management software (SILQ)

Trust accounting

Rate

Circa $45/hour inclusive of superannuation depending on experience.