Job Description
Join Benefit Legal Lawyers, where we prioritize excellence, integrity, and client satisfaction. Our team is committed to delivering the highest quality compensation legal advice to those affected by negligent acts in Australia. As a member of our team, you’ll experience a collaborative and supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and development. We are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our clients and are proud to be recognized as the employer of choice for our outstanding team culture. If you’re passionate about the law and looking for a rewarding career, Benefit Legal Lawyers is the place for you.
Paralegals are responsible for a variety of tasks to support solicitors, including maintaining and organizing files, conducting legal research, and drafting documents. Paralegals work in teams with solicitors, fellow paralegals, and other employees in the office. They also have frequent interactions with clients and third-party vendors such as Barristers, Medical Assessors, etc.
Job Title
- Paralegal
Work Schedule
- Dayshift
Job Qualifications/Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Legal Studies, or a related field.
- Paralegal certification or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a legal environment, preferably in compensation law.
- Proficiency in legal research databases and case management software (e.g., Action Step).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Familiarity with court procedures and documentation.
Job Responsibilities
- Investigate the facts of the claim.
- Organize and maintain documents in paper and Action Step, which involves uploading all soft and hard copies of documents received and clearly describing them for easy identification.
- Management of lawyers’ diaries, including carefully and accurately recording Court dates and orders, medical appointments, and court attendances.
- Preparation of correspondence and court documents, including Subpoenas to Produce documents and ensuring production by witnesses.
- Preparation of briefs to counsel.
- Regularly liaising with clients and external providers.
- Sound knowledge of legislation impacting the area of practice (e.g., Civil Liability Act, Contracts Act, etc.).
- Ability to appear confidently in routine client meetings, conferences, and/or Courts.
- Participate in, prepare, and present/share knowledge of any external CLE or lectures relevant to the practice area – to enhance professional development.
- Effectively record all time spent on tasks and meet WIP and fee budgets in Action Step.
- Other general administrative responsibilities.
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