Legal Assistant, Litigation And Dispute Resolution

vor 2 Wochen


Melbourne, Österreich State Government Of Victoria, Australia Vollzeit

Legal Assistant, Litigation and Dispute Resolution - Victorian Government Solicitor's OfficeJob posted: 11/11/2024Organisation: Victorian Government Solicitor's OfficeReference: VG/VGSO818The Victorian Government Solicitor's Office (VGSO) values diversity and seeks to attract and retain a diverse workforce with the best people for the role.
We welcome applications from people of all ages, disability, ethnicity, family and caring responsibilities, gender, religion, sexual orientation and cultures including people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage.
If you require a copy of this advertisement or any attached documentation in an accessible format, such as large print, please email to matters of high profile public interestJoin a collaborative and supportive team environmentRole is suited to someone looking to build on their existing legal secretary/assistant experience and continue to progress their career in this fieldHybrid working from home/office environmentOngoing | Full time | Multiple opportunitiesAbout the VGSOThe Victorian Government Solicitor's Office (VGSO) serves the rule of law exclusively for the State.
Our place within government ensures we are at the centre of legal change, reform and problem-solving.
We operate as a service-driven legal professional practice and strive for excellence in this competitive environment.
In all aspects of our operations, we aim to role model and live by our values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Insight, Collaboration and Excellence.About the branchThe Litigation and Dispute Resolution (L&DR) Branch is a team of approximately 60 legal practitioners and an additional team of 35 (approx.)
legal support staff (including paralegals) that provide specialist legal services to a large number of government clients and departments.
The Branch enjoys an extraordinary diversity of exciting and challenging litigation and advisory work, working on matters that are topical and often involve public interest issues.
Matters cover areas such as personal injury claims, police civil claims, coronial inquests, vexatious litigant applications, tortious claims, defamation, post-sentence supervision and detention orders, judicial review and matters involving the Crimes (Mental Impairment and Unfitness to be Tried) Act.About the roleWe have exciting opportunities for eager and enthusiastic Legal Assistants to join our Litigation and Dispute Resolution Branch.
The role will provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to a team of solicitors.Responsibilities will include:Preparing, formatting and reviewing legal documentation, including correspondence and court documentsLiaising with barristers' clerks and preparing briefs for counsel, inclusive of the collation of e-briefsFiling and service of court documents via online platformsAutonomous file management - conduct of matter related tasks, monthly billing and maintaining efficient and effective electronic filesCalendar and mailbox managementThe successful candidates will have previous legal support (administrative) experience, preferably within a litigation environment.
This role will provide you with the opportunity to take ownership and build a long-term career, with great development and progression opportunities.
You will also have the opportunity to work on, and contribute to, high profile matters of public interest.Skills and experienceDemonstrated experience in a similar litigation legal assistant roleAdvanced knowledge of the Microsoft Office suiteDemonstrable capability in providing high quality assistance to a team of solicitors, in a deadline driven and fast paced environmentStrong understanding of legal processes and court jurisdictions, legal terminology and an ability to conduct research using online databases and systemsSelf-starter who takes initiative with advanced skills in problem solvingExcellent attention to detail, with a commitment to service excellenceVGSO offers an inclusive, collegiate and collaborative work environment where you will be well-supported and mentored to develop your knowledge.
You will also be given excellent career opportunities to progress and develop within the organisation.VGSO embraces flexibility and welcomes a conversation to help you achieve work-life balance.
We currently work in a hybrid environment with employees enjoying a balance of working from home and in the office.How to applyIf this sounds like the opportunity for you, apply now
Applications must include a cover letter and resume.
Please note it is not a requirement to respond to the Key Selection Criteria separately but applicants should outline their relevant experience in their cover letter.To find out more about this role, please view the position description attached.
Alternatively, you can contact Karlie Ridgwell, Talent Acquisition Advisor, on or via close at 11:59pm on Monday, 25 November 2024Preferred candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including but not limited to, reference checks, pre-employment misconduct screening and criminal record checks.#J-18808-Ljbffr



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