Legal Assistant

Join our Family Law Practice and Thrive

Are you an experienced Legal Assistant with an interest in Family Law? Delaney Roberts Family Lawyers is seeking a Legal Assistant to support three (3) Solicitors (including the Head of Family Law) in our Sydney CBD office. If you're looking for a role in a firm where you can make a difference whilst enjoying the benefits of working in great culture you will thrive with us.

At Delaney Roberts Specialist Family Lawyers, we exist to secure the best possible future for every client and their family. We have an office in Newcastle (one of the largest family law firms outside of Sydney) and a growing practice in Sydney. Our firm is home to passionate professionals, complex work and a values-driven culture.

Why Join Us?

Our clients say it best – Read our Google Reviews to see how we’re making a difference in people’s lives.

Coaching that moves you forward – Our Team Leaders are invested in your growth - you will have 1:1s with your Solicitor Team Leader and your Support Team leader to ensure you are developing the knowledge and technical skills to perform at your best.

Challenging work - we don't have law clerks but we do have precedents and Smart Operating Systems so your Solicitors will feel confident delegating a range of work to you.

A culture that celebrates high performance but is inclusive – We back people who align with our values, care about the quality of their work and achieve more. One of our core values is People First, and we have many talent programs in place to recognise and reward our team. You can be assured that they are inclusive and have been designed to encourage the right behavior like collaboration, continuous improvement and working efficiently. We don't expect our team to work excessive hours - high performance is not encouraged at the expense of wellbeing.

What We Offer

• Legal Support Bonus (paid monthly)
• Annual salary review
• Flexible work options (1 WFH day/week after probation)
• Training and development opportunities
• Wellbeing support
• Recognition programs that celebrate performance and values alignment
• Quarterly cash prizes
• Anniversary gifts
• Birthday and volunteering leave

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 in an administration role in a law firm
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office and experience following formatting rules.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and administrative abilities, including diary, file, and document management.
• Experience adapting to industry specific software to enhance efficiency and automation eg. our core software solutions are LEAP legal software and Clio client management software.
• Experience with time recording, billing and invoicing procedures for professional services.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage stakeholder and client relationships effectively.

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. Apply now, start in late January or February 2026!

Please note that unless you are studying online and part-time this role is not suitable for a law student as it is full time.

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.