What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal position at Maurice Blackburn?
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About the role :
Exciting opportunity for a Paralegal to join our Abuse Team in Sydney on a part-time, permanent basis.
Maurice Blackburn has a long history of practising in abuse law, and of advocating on the part of survivors of childhood sexual abuse. This is a unique opportunity to establish credentials and expertise in a developing area of law.
Due to the nature of the practice, there will at times be exposure to challenging material, consequently all staff in the practice are supported through access to external psychological support as well as market leading and award winning internal vicarious trauma training.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :
- Drafting court documents
- Preparing legal correspondence
- Liaising with counsel
- Liaising with clients
- Conducting research
- Obtaining witness statements
This work is conducted under the supervision of a lawyer.
Key selection criteria :
Our people commitment comes with the following benefits :
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We love that you have a life outside work and we’re happy to support yours. We provide you with a safe, supportive and collaborative environment, backed by inclusive leaders and progressive people policies, where you can be your authentic self and thrive. At Maurice Blackburn 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.
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