Legal Officer

Kharel Law Group, operating under the brand Emigrate Lawyers, is an Australian-based legal practice providing services primarily in Australian migration and family law.Our Kathmandu team works closely with Australian lawyers and legal professionals, supporting legal research, drafting, case preparation, document review, client communication and file management.We are seeking capable, professional and detail-oriented Legal Officers who are genuinely interested in building a long-term career in an international legal and corporate environment.Key ResponsibilitiesAs a Legal Officer, you will support Australian lawyers and senior legal staff in the preparation and management of legal matters.Conducting legal research and assisting with case preparation.Drafting and reviewing correspondence, legal submissions, statements, applications and other legal documents.Reviewing client documents and evidence for accuracy, completeness and inconsistencies.Organising evidence and preparing matters for legal review and lodgment.Assisting with client onboarding, information gathering and document requests.Communicating professionally with clients in English and Nepali, as required.Responding to client enquiries and following up for information or outstanding documents when necessary.Maintaining accurate client files, records and correspondence.Updating CRM, case-management and document-management systems.Preparing legal notes, research summaries and other case-related documents.Ensuring assigned work is completed accurately, professionally and within required deadlines.Following the firm’s procedures, quality-control standards and internal workflows.Learning and adapting to the legal technology, systems and processes used by the firm.Training will be provided on the firm’s systems, procedures and relevant Australian migration and family law processes.