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For over 100 years, Maurice Blackburn has stood up for those who need us most. With courage and compassion, we extend access to justice to countless Australians. We look beyond the immediate challenge to support people in moments that matter across their lives, and continually push for better solutions for our clients. We invest in and empower our people to stand up for what we believe in and go fearlessly forward together. 

We work on real cases, achieving important and positive results in real people’s lives, which is why we are one of Australia’s most respected law firms. Maurice Blackburn, experience you can count on.  

About the role

An exciting opportunity exists for a motivated and experienced Legal Assistant to join our Wills and Estates team on a full-time, permanent basis, based in our Sydney CBD office.

In this role, you will provide direct support to a pod lawyer and Senior Associate, both located in Sydney. While prior experience in the legal sector—particularly in Wills and Estates—is highly regarded, we also welcome applications from law students at the beginning of their studies who are eager to gain hands-on experience in a supportive legal environment.

At Maurice Blackburn, we understand that many of our clients are navigating difficult and emotional circumstances. Our team is committed to making a meaningful difference in their lives, and we’re looking for someone who shares that commitment.

The ideal candidate will be client-focused, adaptable, and eager to grow in a fast-paced legal environment. If you’re a driven professional looking to thrive in a collaborative and purpose-driven workplace, we encourage you to consider this opportunity with Maurice Blackburn Lawyers.

Key Responsibilities

As a Legal Assistant in our Wills and Estates team, you will:

• Provide timely and accurate updates to clients, ensuring clear communication and effective expectation management
• Manage the full lifecycle of client files, from opening to closure, with a high level of organisation and attention to detail
• Draft and prepare professional client correspondence and legal documents
• Process and action all incoming mail promptly and efficiently
• Prepare and issue client invoices accurately and in line with internal guidelines
• Perform a range of general administrative duties to support the team’s day-to-day operations

Key Selection Criteria

To succeed in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Outstanding organisational and time management skills
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and perform effectively under pressure
• A proactive, enthusiastic mindset with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Confidence and resilience in a fast-paced environment, with a strong commitment to meeting deadlines
• Exceptional attention to detail and a dedication to producing high-quality work
• Excellent communication skills—verbal, written, and interpersonal—with a professional and empathetic approach
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients and colleagues
• Sound judgement and the ability to escalate issues appropriately when required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Our People Commitment comes with the following benefits:

• Ongoing coaching and career development opportunities 
• 22 Weeks Parental leave with your superannuation guaranteed and back-to-work transition policy
• End of Year leave, 1 day first year, 4 days after 2 years
• Comprehensive mental health framework, including wellbeing leave (up to 4 extra days per year) and $299 reimbursement
• Discounted gym membership
• A hybrid flex working model
• Salary Continuance & Life Insurance
• 17.5% Annual Leave Loading

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Our shared values represent what we stand for and guide how we act, with Courage; Compassion; Collaboration; Fairness and Tenacity.

We love that you have a life outside of work and we’re happy to support yours. We provide you a safe, supportive and collaborative environment, backed by inclusive leaders and progressive people policies, where you can be your authentic self and thrive. Here we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture, enriched by differences in ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, age and family arrangements. Applications from First Nations People are encouraged.

Are you ready to join us on a journey to extend access to justice to more Australians, in an organisation and role in which every action you take makes a difference? Apply now.

Our Circle Back Initiative partnership means we’re committed to responding to every applicant.