Legal Assistant | Canberra-Based Firm

📍 Fyshwick, ACT

About the Firm 🏛️

A respected and long-established legal practice based in Canberra is seeking a motivated Legal Assistant to join their collaborative team. Known for their strong presence in ACT courts, the firm specialises in Personal Injury, Medical Negligence, and Workers’ Compensation, with additional expertise in Criminal Defence, Public Liability, traffic offences, and other general legal services.

Based in Fyshwick, the firm offers a friendly, professional, and close-knit work environment with a diverse caseload and real opportunities for growth and development.

Why You’ll Love It Here

💰 Performance Bonuses earn extra for your contribution

🚗 Free On-Site Parking no more parking stress

🎉 Regular Social Events team lunches, outings & EOFY celebrations

🤝 Supportive Small Firm Environment you’re more than just a number

About the Role 📚

As a Legal Assistant, you’ll work closely with solicitors to support a range of legal matters, particularly in personal injury and compensation law. This is a hands-on, client-focused role where your attention to detail and initiative will be highly valued.

Key Responsibilities ✅

Drafting, formatting, and proofreading legal correspondence and court documents

Managing communication with clients, medical providers, and third parties

Filing documents via electronic court portals and maintaining confidential records

Booking hearings, expert assessments, and appointments

Organising case files and preparing documents for review or negotiation

Supporting lawyers with legal research, admin, and case preparation

About You 🔍

Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Administrator, ideally in personal injury or litigation

Highly organised with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation

Clear, professional communication skills (written and verbal)

A proactive, can-do attitude with a collaborative mindset

Confident using Microsoft Office and legal practice management systems

📩 How to Apply

If you're ready to take the next step in your legal support career, we’d love to hear from you!

Please email your CV and a short cover letter to:
[email protected]