Experienced Paralegal

Seeking a motivated Paralegal to support diverse legal files across family, criminal, and commercial law.

Salary: Depends on Experience Level 

Location: Townsville

3 takeaways:

• Exposure to varied files including family, commercial & litigation
• Work closely with experienced legal professionals
• Full-time role in a professional, client-focused environment

About our Client:

Join our client’s highly regarded legal team known for delivering innovative solutions across a wide range of legal matters. With a strong presence in the community and a collaborative workplace culture, our client values dedication, initiative, and service excellence.

About the Position:

Our client is seeking a driven and experienced Paralegal to support their legal professionals across a broad spectrum of practice areas including family law, criminal defence, commercial transactions, and litigation. This full-time opportunity offers the chance to be on the front line of legal practice—no two days are the same.

You will be a key part of the firm’s engine room, offering high-level support to lawyers while contributing directly to file progression and client outcomes. From managing court documents to client liaison, this is a dynamic and hands-on role that will allow you to make a real impact in a fast-paced legal environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the management of family law, criminal, commercial, and litigation matters
• Draft general correspondence, court documents, and legal briefs
• Conduct legal research and compile analysis for use in matters
• Maintain and organise case files across multiple jurisdictions
• Manage client communications via phone, mail, and email
• Prepare documentation for legal meetings and draft relevant legal forms
• Provide high-quality administrative and legal support to the professional team
• Liaise with clients, demonstrating strong service and communication skills

Key Requirements:

• Previous paralegal experience across multiple legal practice areas
• Sound knowledge of legal documentation and court filing procedures
• Excellent attention to detail and time management abilities
• Strong interpersonal skills and a client-focused attitude
• Proficiency in legal software and Microsoft Office
• A proactive and solutions-oriented approach to workload management

On Offer:

• Join a supportive and inclusive legal team with strong mentorship
• Gain broad exposure to varied legal matters in a dynamic environment
• Full-time position with opportunities for professional development
• Be part of a firm that values innovation and client service excellence

If you are interested in applying for this role you can apply now through the link below. Your application will be held with the utmost confidentiality. Alternatively, you can email your CV to karl@gorillajobs.com.au or call +61 468 713 572 to hear more about the role.

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/karl-stanley-ba23181b7/

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