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Legal Assistant


Company : Dentons


Location : Perth, Western Australia


Created : 2026-02-07


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

About DentonsDentons is the world''s largest law firm. We''re 20,000+ people globally across 80+ countries including USA; Europe; India and Asia. We are a global polycentric firm which is expanding rapidly in an increasingly globalised legal industry.Dentons now consistently ranks as one of the five best regarded legal brands in the world according to the Acritas Global Elite Law Firm Brand Index.Opportunity to join the world''s largest law firmGain valuable legal administration experienceCasual role with flexible hoursWe''re offering a unique and exciting opportunity for a law student to join our Perth office, providing legal administrative support across a range of practice groups.Our role is specifically designed with flexibility in mind, allowing students to work 2-3 days per week around study and other commitments. As part of our National Float/Rotations Team, you''ll gain valuable exposure to life in a law firm while providing administrative support across multiple areas of our practice.Key ResponsibilitiesYou''ll receive training to assist with a variety of legal administrative and secretarial tasks, including:Collating legal documents and creating hyperlinked indexesEditing and formatting legal documentsSaving and profiling documents in our document management systemDocument handling: scanning, filing, printing, photocopyingOpening and closing filesConducting InfoTrack searches and Landgate lodgementsAttending property settlementsManaging incoming and outgoing mailSupporting expense management, billing, and general finance tasks.About YouTo thrive in this role, you''ll bring:A proactive, flexible attitude and eagerness to learnStrong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks under pressureProficiency in Outlook and the Microsoft Office SuiteDiscretion and care when handling sensitive information.Why DentonsDentons Australia offers a wide range of incentives aimed at embracing your authenticity, providing purpose, and strengthening your ongoing development.We offer:Equitable salary packaging, incentive pay and rewardsSalary continuous insurance (for permanent employees or employees on a 6 month or more maximum term contract basis)Salary sacrificing and novated leases5 days Bonus Leave per year after 12 months of serviceAdditional leave optionsEqual family leave for all genders (including kinship groups)Floating public holidays for days of cultural significanceOffices designed for collaboration on Gadigal, Naarm, Yuggera, Kaurna and Whadjuk landGenerous health and wellbeing programsAgile and flexible working for allSocial and diversity networks providing year-round eventsOpportunities to undertake pro-bono legal workDiversity, Equality & InclusionEmbedded in our people is a passion to help others through the delivery of justice. It is through this that our commitment to inclusion, equity, and reconciliation has evolved. We are proud to say that by design, we have no single headquarters or dominant national culture, this means the unique perspectives, experiences, and identities of our people come together globally under one purpose to create an inclusive and accessible environment where anyone can thrive.Please apply online with your CV, Cover Letter, and academic transcripts. If you have questions beforehand, please email our recruitment team at [email protected]. Enquiries only please, applications will not be accepted by email.Agency SubmissionsDentons does not accept agency submissions unless the agency is specifically contacted by a member of the Recruitment Team. Please do not forward candidate profiles or resumes to partners, hiring managers or other employees - this will not constitute an introduction to the firm and Dentons will not be liable for a fee.Unlock job insightsSalary match Number of applicants Skills matchAt Dentons, we understand that our success is determined by our people. That''s why we are dedicated to attracting, developing, engaging, and retaining the best individuals.Our values of collaboration, excellence, openness, respect, and integrity underpin everything we do. Our inclusive and collegial team will stimulate your interests, develop your skills, and value your contributions.Whether you are an experienced professional or just starting out, Dentons will challenge, reward and help you realise your full potential. Dentons is not only the world''s largest law firmit is also where you''ll find unmatched opportunities to grow your career.At Dentons, we understand that our success is determined by our people. That''s why we are dedicated to attracting, developing, engaging, and retaining the best individuals.Our values of collaboration, excellence, openness, respect, and integrity underpin everything we do. Our inclusive and collegial team will stimulate your interests, develop your skills, and value your contributions.Whether you are an experienced professional or just starting out, Dentons will challenge, reward and help you realise your full potential. Dentons is not only the world''s largest law firmit is also where you''ll find unmatched opportunities to grow your career. #J-18808-Ljbffr