Legal Assistant – Dispute Resolution & Litigation

Legal Assistant 

2026 Start Available  

Ongoing Part-Time Role   

Are you looking to kick-start your career in legal support? Join our collaborative and high-performing Dispute Resolution & Litigation team at Sladen Legal. 

We’re currently seeking a Legal Assistant to join us three days per week (Wednesday to Friday) in our Melbourne CBD office. This role will be a job share arrangement, working alongside another Legal Assistant who will cover Monday and Tuesday. It’s a fantastic opportunity for someone who is either starting out in the legal industry or currently completing a Certificate IV or Diploma (Cert V) in Legal Services. While prior experience is not essential, a positive attitude, strong attention to detail and ability to pick things up quickly is a must. 

Key Responsibilities:   

Administration & Document Support  

  • Proactive diary and email inbox management  

  • Coordinating internal and external meetings, conferences, hearings 

  • Drafting, editing and formatting correspondence and legal documents  

  • Managing general administrative tasks such as printing, scanning, filing  

  • Providing high-quality document preparation.  

Matter Management  

  • Opening, maintaining and closing files (including conflict checks)  

  • Preparing briefs, court documents and electronic document bundles  

  • Managing secure document filing and digital document organisation  

Stakeholder & Client Support  

  • Liaising with clients, lawyers across the team and external stakeholders professionally and in a timely manner  

Billing & Financial Administration  

  • Assisting with time recording and monthly billing processes  

Reception Coverage  

  • Participating in the reception relief roster for lunch breaks and absences  

The ideal candidate will have:   

  • Strong communication skills and exceptional attention to detail  

  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities  

  • A proactive, professional and client-focused approach  

  • Ability to work collaboratively   

  • Experience in a professional services or legal environment would be desirable but not essential.   

Staff benefits:   

  • 2-min walk from southern cross station   

  • Flexible working policy   

  • Active social committee  

  • Life insurance cover  

  • Complimentary breakfast   

  • Flu vaccination program   

  • Health insurance discount  

  • Shut down period over Christmas   

What's Next?  

To apply for this position, please submit your resume and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and interest in the position.  

Sladen Legal is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all background. 

Sladen Legal