Paralegal, Conveyancer or Solicitor

Paralegal, Conveyancer or Solicitor

We are currently seeking several skilled and enthusiastic legal professional for various positions to join our expanding team on a full-time basis. Our practice spans multiple areas of law, including property law, civil litigation, criminal law, wills and estates.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare legal documents, including Contracts of Sale, Section 32 Vendors' Statements, transfer documents and stamp duty forms;
• Facilitate complex property transactions;
• Manage criminal matters within the summary stream at the Magistrates' Court of Victoria;
• Draft statements of claim and briefs for counsel;
• Draft lease agreements and sale of business contracts;
• Manage electronic filing and document management;
• Liaise with clients, barristers, court clerks, police prosecutors, judicial officers, court registrars, bank managers and professionals at all levels;
• Create and maintain client files;
• Provide general legal administrative support to the wider team;
• Conduct online certificate searches;
• Prepare statements of adjustments; and
• Appearance work at VCAT, the Magistrates' Court, the Supreme Court and at mediation.

Requirements:

• Willingness to learn and grow;
• Ability to work independently;
• Exceptional client service skills;
• Competence in independently manage files;
• Self-motivated and driven;
• Strong work ethic; and
• Ability to perform under pressure.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB);
• Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice (GDLP);
• Bachelor of Legal Studies; and
• Diploma of Conveyancing.

Experience:

• Experience with PEXA, Matter Centre, TriConvey, Smokeball, EFAS, Duties Online and LEAP Legal Software will be highly regarded, though training will be provided to the successful candidates.

Benefits:

• Extremely supportive and friendly work environment;
• Direct guidance from our principal and senior solicitors;
• Invaluable training and ample opportunities to utilise, develop and enhance your skill set;
• Award winning law firm; and
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and ability.

Schedule:

• Full-time position, five days a week, from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm.

Remuneration:

• Based on experience and qualifications;
• For the right candidates with relevant experience, a base salary of $80,000 plus superannuation and a bonus sharing of 1/3rd on total annual billings is available.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please send your cover letter and resume to info@halilgokler.com.au.