Legal Assistant - Plaintiff Personal Injuries

Arnold Dallas McPherson is one of Victoria’s leading and established plaintiff personal injuries Law Firms. The firm has a particular focus on WorkCover, TAC, and public liability claims.

The Role

We are seeking to appoint a Legal Assistant for our team based in our Melbourne office. The office has a team of experienced lawyers and administration staff with a great culture.

Experience in plaintiff personal injuries law and proficiency in Microsoft Office suite is preferred.

The firm supports and encourages flexible/hybrid work arrangements and the nature of this can be discussed with shortlisted applicants. 

Key Duties

As a Legal Assistant the successful applicant will undertake a variety of tasks which include:

• operate independently, self-manage and prioritise tasks effectively,

• have excellent computer skills and have strong verbal and written communication skills,

• prepare and draft a variety of legal/court documents – for example briefs to counsel, correspondence to clients etc,

• dealing with inquiries from clients, other solicitors, barristers and other professionals associated with the conduct of our matters.

• manage and assist lawyers with diary management, appointments, file/practice planning and strategy.

Full training on our Practice Management system will be provided to the successful candidate.

Employment Benefits

Arnold Dallas McPherson employment benefits include:

• varied and interesting work with the ability to develop whilst being appropriately supported and supervised.

• a Competitive remuneration package including additional annual leave days and annual leave loading.

• a flexible/hybrid working arrangement.

• employee insurance benefits and Wellness benefit.

If you are looking for stable, long term job security with a growing legal firm that can offer you a good work/life balance and supportive work environment, please send CVs and cover letters in Word format only to ••••@ardmc.com.au. 

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.