We welcome fearless thinkers.

For over 100 years, Maurice Blackburn has stood up for those who need us most. With courage and compassion, we extend access to justice to countless Australians. We look beyond the immediate challenge to support people in moments that matter across their lives, and continually push for better solutions for our clients. We invest in and empower our people to stand up for what we believe in and go fearlessly forward together.

We work on real cases, achieving important and positive results in real people’s lives, which is why we are one of Australia’s most respected law firms. Maurice Blackburn, experience you can count on.

About the role and team

Our personal injuries team are dedicated to protecting the rights and entitlements of our clients. We now have an exciting opportunity to join our Personal Injuries team as a Legal Assistant on a full-time permanent basis. This role can be based out of our North Lakes or Chermside offices. 

Your responsibilities will include answering and managing incoming calls, file and document management, preparation of correspondence, court documents and briefs of evidence, and providing comprehensive day‑to‑day administrative support to the legal team. You will also work closely with other Legal Assistants within the team, contributing to a collaborative working environment and assisting with the training and mentoring of team members as required.

The experience we are looking for

This role is suited to someone who can hit the ground running, bringing strong technical skills and the ability to work with a high degree of autonomy in a fast‑paced and rewarding environment. You will play a key role in supporting matters end‑to‑end and proactively assisting lawyers across all stages of the file lifecycle.

With your well‑developed client service skills, you will build trusted relationships with clients, often acting as a primary point of contact and maintaining regular communication throughout their matter.

Key responsibilities:

• Managing personal injury files from commencement through to resolution
• Drafting correspondence and legal documents, and preparing court materials
• Liaising with clients, insurers, and medical providers
• Coordinating key deadlines, appointments, and case-related activities
• Providing high-level support to solicitors across complex matters

If you are passionate about delivering high‑quality work, take pride in your attention to detail, and enjoy being part of a supportive team, this is an excellent opportunity to step into a more senior Legal Assistant role and make a meaningful impact.

Team MB Benefits: 

• Ongoing coaching and career development opportunities  
• End of Year leave, 1 day first year, 4 days after 2 years 
• Comprehensive mental health framework, including wellbeing leave (up to 4 extra days per year) and $299 reimbursement 
• 22 Weeks Parental leave with your superannuation guaranteed and back-to-work transition policy 
• Rewards and recognition platform with fitness, retail, and entertainment discounts 
• A hybrid flex working model 
• Salary Continuance & Life Insurance 
• 17.5% Annual Leave Loading 

… just to name a few. *T's & C's apply 

Our shared values represent what we stand for and guide how we act, with Courage; Compassion; Collaboration; Fairness and Tenacity. 

We love that you have a life outside of work and we’re happy to support yours. We provide you a safe, supportive and collaborative environment, backed by inclusive leaders and progressive people policies, where you can be your authentic self and thrive. Here we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture, enriched by differences in ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, age and family arrangements. Applications from First Nations People are encouraged. 

Are you ready to join us on a journey to extend access to justice to more Australians, in an organisation and role in which every action you take makes a difference? Apply now. 

Our Circle Back Initiative partnership means we’re committed to responding to every applicant. 

Please note that all successful candidates will be required to undergo background checks as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant workplace