Paralegal

Who’s hiring?Join us and help transform what separation and divorce can look like.At Resolve Divorce - South Australia’s leading specialist family law firm, we believe in doing things differently. We’re nationally recognised as one of Australia’s fastest-growing law firms and were named Australia’s Best Boutique Law Firm in 2023. We support thousands of people through separation with clarity, care and courage. The way we practise law is human-first, values-driven and focussed on positive outcomes, for people and for families.If you’re a detail-oriented, proactive legal admin professional who loves structure, helping clients and supporting a high-performing legal team, this could be your next move. And yes - we offer flexible working arrangements so you can thrive personally and professionally.So, what’s the role?As Paralegal, you’ll operate at the heart of our client-journey, working underneath a team of 5-6 lawyers (but alongside your Paralegal peers), while reporting directly to our Legal Admin Team Lead. You’ll be hands-on across files and client touchpoints from “hello” to “next chapter”. You’ll also provide backup support at reception when needed; because at Resolve we believe everyone plays a part, and every role matters.Typical week for you may include:Drafting and preparing court documents, briefs, case outlines and legal correspondence.Assisting with disclosure, discovery, document collation in line with the Family Law Rules.Matter-management: supporting lawyers, managing files, coordinating diaries, preparing court books and chronologies.Liaising directly with clients - gathering information, providing updates, and helping them feel seen, safe, and supported.Coordinating with external stakeholders such as the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia and other service providers.Filing and serving documents via court portals, managing e-signatures, version-control, LEAP file oversight and deadline compliance.Covering front-desk/reception backup when required; reception is part of the team, too.Enough about us – let’s talk about you! You thrive when things run smoothly. You take pride in a well-prepared court book, a tidy matter file and a team who trust you implicitly. You love being the steady guide behind the client journey - keeping files organised, communication clear, and the team supported at every step.To be successful in this role, you’ll bring:Experience as a Paralegal, Legal Assistant or in legal administration (family law experience is a bonus).A strong understanding of court procedures and legal documentation.High proficiency with LEAP (or equivalent legal software), MS Office and other legal admin tools.Excellent written & verbal communication skills; confident dealing with clients and sensitive matters.A strong eye for detail - you spot errors a mile away.Calm under pressure, excellent time-management and deadline-meets-all-the-time.A team-oriented attitude, proactive mindset, ownership of your work, and genuine emotional intelligence.How you’ll workYou bring structure, process and precision - you love the systems as much as the service.You step in when the team needs you, support your colleagues and back them up.You anticipate what needs to happen next - you’re two steps ahead.You show kindness and thoughtfulness - you know small details make a big difference at challenging times.What’s in it for you?A values-led, high-performing workplace where the human element meets legal excellence.Meaningful work: supporting people through a major life transition with clarity, care and purpose.A beautifully designed office in North Adelaide, with genuine flexibility to balance work and life while still supporting the needs of our clients and legal team.A team you’ll be proud to work with, who lead with clarity, challenge the old ways, value chemistry and are driven to do better.Ready to join us?If this resonates and you want to support life-changing outcomes, work behind the scenes in a high-impact role, and be part of a team that does family law differently - we’d love to hear from you.Please submit your cover letter and resume, showing how you tick each of the “on paper” criteria and why Resolve Divorce is where you want to bring your talents.For a confidential discussion, contact Tracy Davidson at Mansfield & Co on 0411 487 308.