A leading Canterbury law firm is on the hunt for a talented and motivated Legal Assistant to join their Family Law team based in the CBD. This role is initially offered on a fixed-term basis, but there is potential for it to become permanent for the right person!
This forward-thinking firm is always evolving, finding smarter ways to work while truly valuing their people. They're big on collaboration, innovation, and creating a positive workplace culture-backed by a robust wellbeing program.
Known for consistently delivering top-tier results, especially within this team - they've built a trusted reputation and gained recognition on a national level for being a fantastic place to work.
About the Role
As a key member of the administrative team, you will provide direct support to multiple authors across a variety of high-profile cases, while managing the team's busy schedule.
You will assist several authors with a range of family & dispute matters, with a focus on relationship property, family law, and contentious trust and estate cases. Your role will involve interacting with the firm's portfolio of high-profile clients to ensure the efficient running of their practice.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Managing diaries and scheduling appointments
Booking travel arrangements
Organising meeting rooms and mediations
Liaising with clients and third parties
Assisting with end-of-month billing and preparing and organising documentation
Managing files and supporting the team with general workflow and client management
You will play a vital role in assisting the partners and team, ensuring everything operates smoothly and efficiently.
About You:
This role will suit someone who is eager to specialise their legal administrative experience to-date amongst a high-performing team in the family & disputes space. Although experienced candidates are preferred, other suitable applicants may come from a GP, commercial, or litigation background.
Minimum Requirements:
1 + years of NZ experience in a practicing firm is essential for your application to be considered for this role. Apply Now: If this role interests you, either click 'Apply Now' or get in touch with Alex Lynch, a consultant in Fluid's Legal Support team. You can reach Alex at 022 309 6683 or via email at alex.lynch@fluidrecruitment.co.nz .
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1 + years of NZ experience in a practicing firm is essential for your application to be considered for this role. Apply Now: If this role interests you, either click 'Apply Now' or get in touch with Alex Lynch, a consultant in Fluid's Legal Support team. You can reach Alex at 022 309 6683 or via email at alex.lynch@fluidrecruitment.co.nz .
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