Executive Assistant/Paralegal – Family Law

About the Role 

Delaney & Delaney has an exciting opportunity for a Family Law Executive Assistant/Paralegal to join our team.   You will be working closely with our Principal Solicitor who is an accredited specialist in family law and within a team of highly experienced practitioners. Your responsibilities will include: 

• Assisting with drafting FCFCOA documents and correspondence to clients, organisations and other solicitors;
• Assisting with the preparation of Financial Agreements; 
• Preparing briefs to Counsel; 
• File opening and closing; 
• Diary management;
• Assisting clients with general enquiries over the telephone;
• Monthly billing; 
• General word processing;
• Filing; and
• Assisting the team to meet deadlines. 

Skills and Experience 

To be successful in this role you will: 

• Have a minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role; 
• Be familiar with the processes of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia;
• Be professional in your interactions with the public both in person and on the telephone;
• Have strong written and verbal skills; 
• Have good time management and organisational skills;
• Display initiative and be proactive;
• Have proficient skills in Microsoft Office (experience with Practice Evolve would be beneficial);
• Be a team player who approaches matters diligently; and 
• Have a mature outlook.

About Us 

We are a reputable, long-standing and busy law firm with offices in Brisbane City and Wilston.  Our main areas of practice are Family Law, Wills and Estates and Property Law.  We have a long history, having been established in 1915, and offer a friendly, fast-paced and supportive work environment. We are looking for someone who aligns with our culture and who can hit the ground running.  

This is a full-time role 8:30am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday, based in our Brisbane City office. Salary negotiable on experience. 

We are looking for someone who wants to settle into a long term position with our team.

Please email your resume with cover letter to our Practice Manager, Emily Prenzler: [email protected].