Paralegal - Litigation

Job title : Paralegal - Litigation
Location : New South Wales
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Job reference : 1465023

Our client:


Our client is a leading Global Law Firm covering a range of legal disciplines, including corporate law, real estate, litigation, intellectual property and data protection. The firm's collaborative approach fosters a dynamic environment where practices work cohesively across borders, leveraging their collective expertise to deliver exceptional results.

About the role:

The team is cross-skilled to ensure flexibility, in order to adjust to variations in demand. Responsibilities will depend on the assignment and may involve work connected to one or more of the following:
  • Preparing first drafts of case reviews, standard pre-action correspondence, pleadings, court forms and applications
  • Assist in the discovery process by gathering, reviewing, and organizing relevant documents
  • Preparing instructions to Counsel and liaising with third parties, Courts/Tribunals and opponents on case related matters
  • Conducting continuous assessment of case merits
  • Conducting negotiations for settlement and preparation for trial from inception to completion

About you:
  • Tertiary qualification in law or a related field or demonstrated relevant experience in a professional or legal service environment
  • High level attention to detail and computer literacy with an interest in developing your AI assisted skills to apply in the legal environment
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Have paralegal or legal assistant experience across Litigation   
  • Agile and collaborative approach with flexibility to adapt to different activities and priorities
  • Available for fulltime employment
For a confidential discussion please contact Penelope: pgerrard@sharpandcarter.com.au

*while we welcome applications from aspiring lawyers this is not a pathway position. If you are wanting to discuss other opportunities please reach out