An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Career Paralegal to join a highly regarded boutique law firm in Sydney CBD, specialising in Wills & Estates and estate litigation.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a small but busy, high-performing team where you will play an integral role in the day-to-day running and progression of estate matters. Working closely with an approachable, genuinely lovely Director and a close-knit team of three lawyers and an existing paralegal, you'll enjoy a supportive environment where your contribution is valued and you'll have plenty of hands-on involvement.
The Opportunity This is a hands-on, substantive Paralegal position where you will be involved in matters from the initial client enquiry right through to settlement and finalisation, working closely with the solicitors and Director.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing initial client enquiries, coordinating appointments and following up prospective clients.
- Preparing engagement documentation, costs agreements, authorities and client questionnaires.
- Drafting correspondence and preparing initial letters to executors and other relevant parties.
- Preparing court documentation, including summonses, notices of eligible persons and affidavits of costs.
- Assisting with the preparation of substantive affidavits using information and supporting material provided by clients.
- Conducting legal research, obtaining searches, valuations and other relevant documentation to support matters.
- Filing court documents, arranging service and liaising with clients and opposing parties.
- Managing court dates, deadlines, diaries and matter progress.
- Supporting solicitors with directions hearings, mediation preparation and settlement documentation.
- Monitoring costs against estimates and assisting with settlement and matter finalisation.
About You The firm is looking for a genuine Career Paralegal who enjoys being hands-on with legal matters and wants to continue developing their experience within a specialist litigation practice.
Ideally, you will have:
- Previous experience as a Paralegal within a law firm.
- Litigation experience, ideally with exposure to court processes and preparing legal documentation.
- Some experience in Wills & Estates, including probate, estate administration or will disputes.
- Strong drafting, organisational and matter management skills.
- Confidence communicating with clients, solicitors and external parties.
- A proactive approach and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Strong attention to detail.
What's on Offer? - Competitive salary, reflective of your experience.
- The opportunity to work closely with a genuinely approachable and lovely Director.
- A small but busy, high-performing team where you'll have real involvement in matters.
- Exposure to interesting and complex estate litigation work.
- A supportive, close-knit environment where you won't feel like just another number.
- The opportunity to take ownership of matters and continue building your expertise as a Career Paralegal.
How to Apply
To apply for this role, please submit your resume through the APPLY button.
Alternatively, you can contact
Natalia Patel on (02) 8358 8060 or natalia.patel@engagepersonnel.com.au for a confidential chat.
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