Paralegal (Mar 2024)

This position forms part of our graduate recruitment strategy and the successful candidates will have the opportunity to be considered for a Graduate position at K&L Gates.

Supporting our Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Corporate and Real Estate practice areas, you will experience what is like to work as a junior lawyer in our firm, get involved in interesting matters and work alongside well known industry experts.

You may be required to perform a variety of tasks including:

• Research tasks
• Preparing documentation and correspondence
• Providing general support to lawyers in the various practice areas
• Attending client meetings
• Attending and observing in court
• Business development and marketing-related tasks
• Hard copy and electronic filing, printing, scanning, collation and photocopying of all documents relating to matters
• Ensuring all files are up to date and readily accessible
• General administration

We truly believe that working together is better. Your supervisor and buddy will help you settle in and you will work closely with the partners, special counsel, senior associates and lawyers in your team. You will be provided with opportunities to build strong relationships, both within your team and the wider firm network. We provide and encourage a collaborative environment in which you can develop and thrive.

Not only will you get firsthand experience on what it is like to work in a global corporate law firm, you will have the chance to enjoy the down to earth culture we are known for. Paralegals at K&L Gates are encouraged to attend learning and development sessions, firm celebrations and other activities such as staff drinks and our regular pro-bono, community and charitable activities. There will also be opportunities to join in on some of the work our Diversity Committee does to create an inclusive, diverse and supportive working environment.

About you

We are seeking highly driven final year law students who have the passion and desire to become practising lawyers.  You are hard-working and resilient in addition to having strong problem solving skills and attention to detail. Your sense of teamwork and support is essential for this role.

To be successful you will be highly organised, be able to work efficiently and use your initiative, as well as being proactive in your approach to tasks. A high level of proficiency in Microsoft Office is expected as are excellent communication skills. Prior experience working in a law firm is advantageous, but not essential.

About Us 

K&L Gates is one of the largest law firms in the world with more than 40 offices located in key capital cities and world commercial and financial centres across five continents. It is a fully integrated network of lawyers and legal professionals who believe that clients need more than technical legal skills; they need insightful and practical advice on the diverse issues that affect their businesses, delivered with unparalleled client service. Our combination of practice strength, a global platform, and unsurpassed client service is a true differentiator in the legal services marketplace.

In Australia, K&L Gates has approximately 300 fee earners located across four offices: Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney.

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