legal secretary

Chester Metcalfe & Co is a boutique criminal law firm based in the Northern Suburbs, with an office also in the Melbourne CBD.

We are looking for someone to join our admin team as a full time legal secretary. You will be part of a 3 person admin team who assist 5 lawyers who run between the office and court most days. We are a close knit team where you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced criminal lawyers and be exposed to a variety of criminal law matters from day one. We service all courts in Victoria, and represent both private and legal aid clients.

People with an interest in Criminal Law are encouraged to apply. Experience as a legal secretary in a Criminal Law setting is preferred. 

The role includes: 

Greeting clients and answering phone calls
Processing legal aid applications
Drafting court documents via Action step and CMS
Diary management 
Assisting lawyers 
Liaising with stakeholders: 
- Courts
- Victoria Police
- Barristers
- Forensic services
Arranging assessments for clients
Preparing briefs for Counsel 
 

We are looking for someone to start immediately. Renumeration will be commensurate with experience.