We are always on the lookout for talented and passionate individuals to join us.
Join Our Team of Family Lawyers
We genuinely strive to develop and support all our staff to reach their personal and professional goals.
Positions Available
Newcastle Office
Join our Family Law Practice and thrive!
Are you an experienced Legal Assistant with a passion for Family Law? Delaney Roberts Family Lawyers is seeking a dedicated Career Legal Assistant to join our team in Newcastle. If you’re looking for a role where you can truly make a difference while working with a team that values excellence and integrity, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Why Choose Us?
Our “People First” philosophy is at the core of everything we do. We are dedicated to attracting and nurturing top talent, ensuring our employees feel valued and supported every step of the way. Our mission is to secure the best future for every client and their family, and we achieve this by embedding our values into every aspect of our work.
About the Role
You will be the right-hand person to successful solicitors who consistently receive outstanding client feedback. Your primary goal will be to handle the administrative tasks so they can focus on what they do best—representing clients and achieving the best possible outcome for them. You will assist with legal research, preparing briefings and court documents, managing client relationships, and overseeing billing processes. We have invested in excellent systems, processes, and technology solutions to help you excel in your role.
About You
We are searching for a proactive Legal Assistant who can anticipate challenges and provide effective solutions. To succeed in this role, you will need:
- 2+ years as a Legal Assistant in Family Law, with a strong background in preparing court documents, briefs, and e-filing.
- Proficiency in legal research, including property, finance, and company-related searches.
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Office and experience with LEAP or similar legal software.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage stakeholder relationships effectively.
- Competence in managing all aspects of the monthly billing process, including time recording and handling billing queries.
- Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and administrative abilities, including diary, file, and document management.
What’s in it for You?
- A collaborative, supportive, and “people first” culture
- Comprehensive training and professional development
- Defined Career Pathway for Legal Assistants
- Recognition and reward programs; including monthly support staff bonus and quarterly cash/prize awards
- Flexible working arrangements for work-life balance
- Additional benefits such as birthday leave, volunteering leave, and Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
Sydney Office
Join our Family Law Practice and thrive!
Are you an experienced Legal Assistant with a passion for Family Law? Delaney Roberts Family Lawyers is seeking a dedicated Career Legal Assistant to join our team in the Sydney CBD. If you’re looking for a role where you can truly make a difference while working with a team that values excellence and integrity, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Why Choose Us?
Our “People First” philosophy is at the core of everything we do. We are dedicated to attracting and nurturing top talent, ensuring our employees feel valued and supported every step of the way. Our mission is to secure the best future for every client and their family, and we achieve this by embedding our values into every aspect of our work.
About the Role
You will be the right-hand person to successful solicitors who consistently receive outstanding client feedback. Your primary goal will be to handle the administrative tasks so they can focus on what they do best—representing clients and achieving the best possible outcome for them. You will assist with legal research, preparing briefings and court documents, managing client relationships, and overseeing billing processes. We have invested in excellent systems, processes, and technology solutions to help you excel in your role.
About You
We are searching for a proactive Legal Assistant who can anticipate challenges and provide effective solutions. To succeed in this role, you will need:
- 3+ years as a Legal Assistant in Family Law, with a strong background in preparing court documents, briefs, and e-filing.
- Proficiency in legal research, including property, finance, and company-related searches.
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Office and experience with LEAP or similar legal software.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage stakeholder relationships effectively.
- Competence in managing all aspects of the monthly billing process, including time recording and handling billing queries.
- Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and administrative abilities, including diary, file, and document management.
What’s in it for You?
- A collaborative, supportive, and “people first” culture
- Comprehensive training and professional development
- Defined Career Pathway for Legal Assistants
- Recognition and reward programs; including monthly support staff bonus and quarterly cash/prize awards
- Flexible working arrangements for work-life balance
- Additional benefits such as birthday leave, volunteering leave, and Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
If you are ready to take the next step in your career and be part of a firm that truly values its people, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application by clicking the “Apply” button. Don’t forget to include a cover letter explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.
Benefits of working with Delaney Roberts Specialist Family Lawyers
Career progression
We have a defined career pathways document outlining your potential career progression. This is available and applicable to everyone in the company.
Training, learning and development
We are passionate about providing ongoing learning and development, mentoring and performance coaching.
Fun
We have multiple events that we run throughout the year, including the typical Friday night social events, end of month dinner, EOFY party, Melbourne Cup, Christmas parties and many more in-between. We really believe that our people and our culture are one of the best things about working here.
Health and Wellbeing
Family Law can be an intense area to work in and we know the importance of helping each other, sharing wins and making sure we are all ok. We have daily huddles and weekly meetings to identify roadblocks and troubleshoot together. We have an employee assistance program where all employees and staff are able to speak to psychologists 24/7 either by phone, skype or in person. This program also extends to employees’ immediate family.
Employee incentive scheme
We have an amazing employee incentive scheme that could see you win quarterly cash prizes as well as an all-expenses paid holiday. Take a look at our LinkedIn page for pics of our winners.
Extra rewards
Cash bonus for successful recruitment referrals and the opportunity to work in Grade A offices.
A diverse and inclusive place to work
We celebrate the diversity of our people, and we welcome applications from everyone.
