Paralegal – Australian Family Law Support

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Philippines.

📋 Description

• Oversee client files and ensure accurate, up-to-date records are maintained in Smokeball.

• Draft general correspondence and court documents following guidelines, precedents, and sanctioned templates.

• Submit approved court documents and keep confirmations as well as complete records.

• Assist in the preparation of briefs, chronologies, indexes, and mediation materials.

• Analyze and arrange financial disclosure documents, recognize missing items, and follow up as instructed.

• Manage calendars, appointments, crucial court dates, reminders, and task follow-ups.

• Engage professionally with clients regarding documents, appointments, and administrative next steps.

• Deliver dependable administrative support to solicitors across various active cases.

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a paralegal, legal assistant, or in a closely related legal support position.

• Practical experience in preparing legal correspondence and documents, beyond mere formatting or data entry.

• Strong skills in file administration, diary management, and meeting deadlines effectively.

• Capability to manage competing matters, ensure routine actions are completed, and identify risks early.

• Exceptional attention to detail, adherence to confidentiality standards, and proficient written and spoken English.

• A proactive, approachable work style with the ability to make independent judgments within delegated authority.

• Experience in Australian family law or a working knowledge of family law processes and court documentation.

• Familiarity with Smokeball or similar legal practice management software.

• Experience with filing through the Commonwealth Courts Portal.

• Experience in organizing financial disclosure.

• Direct client interaction in a legal setting.

🏝️ Benefits

• 100% remote work with all necessary company equipment provided.

• HMO coverage starting from Day 1.

• 20 days of paid leave each year: 15 days of annual leave and 5 days of sick leave, accumulating from Day 1.

• 13th month pay and benefits mandated by the government.

• Annual salary and performance evaluations.

• Opportunities for training, coaching, and continuous professional growth.

• Regular team events and staff activities.