Paralegal/Legal Assistant

Paralegal / Legal Assistant – Family Law About the role Eliver Family Law is seeking an experienced Paralegal / Legal Assistant to support two lawyers in our Melbourne CBD office. This is a hands-on legal support role suited to someone who is organised, capable and comfortable taking ownership of the administrative and procedural aspects of family law matters. You will work closely with the lawyers you support, helping manage files, clients, deadlines, correspondence and the day-to-day progression of matters. Key responsibilities Managing files, calendars, appointments, deadlines and court commitments Preparing and formatting correspondence, court documents, briefs and other legal documents Coordinating new-client enquiries, consultations, onboarding and file opening Liaising with clients, counsel, experts, courts and other solicitors Assisting with preparation for conferences, mediations and court events Managing electronic files, documents and matter records Following up outstanding documents, information and action items Assisting with billing, file administration and general legal support Providing paralegal assistance on family law matters appropriate to your experience About you Previous experience in a legal practice is essential Family law experience is strongly preferred Experience as a legal assistant, paralegal or secretary supporting busy lawyers Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Confidence managing competing deadlines and priorities Excellent written and verbal communication skills A professional and confident manner with clients Strong Microsoft Outlook and Word skills Experience with Smokeball, LEAP or another legal practice-management system would be advantageous A proactive approach and willingness to take ownership of your lawyers’ administrative workload About Eliver Family Law Eliver Family Law is a specialist family law practice with offices in Melbourne CBD and South Morang. We advise and represent clients in parenting matters, property settlements, complex financial disputes and urgent proceedings. We are a growing firm focused on high-quality legal work, practical client service and creating an environment where lawyers and support staff can work effectively without unnecessary bureaucracy. Benefits Work closely with experienced family lawyers Varied legal and paralegal work rather than purely administrative duties Genuine responsibility and autonomy Opportunity to develop your family law experience Modern Melbourne CBD office Friendly, practical and collegiate working environment Growing specialist firm with opportunities to develop as the practice expands Job summary Paralegal / Legal Assistant supporting two family lawyers in our Melbourne CBD office. Key selling points Varied paralegal and legal assistant role in a specialist family law practice Support two lawyers and take genuine ownership of files and client coordination Join a growing Melbourne CBD practice with opportunities to develop