Legal Secretary

Legal Secretary

Department: Legal Support (Private Clients)

With a legacy of legal excellence, our forward-thinking client has been a cornerstone of legal expertise and unwavering commitment to the local community. Established within the industry, they have grown and evolved to become a trusted name in the legal profession, serving clients with dedication and integrity.

Specialisations:General Law, Conveyancing, Probate, and Family Law.

As a legal secretary, your primary role is to offer secretarial and administrative assistance to lawyers, legal executives, or other fee earners within the firm.

General Responsibilities:

Maintaining Records - Keep all records and case files up to date and organised and file documents appropriately.

Document Preparation - Type up legal documents such as contracts, legal correspondence, and court forms, ensure documents are formatted correctly and free of errors.

Communication - Answer phone calls promptly and professionally, relay messages accurately to the relevant parties. Draft and respond to routine correspondence.

Diary Management - Organise and manage the diaries of lawyers and legal executives. Schedule appointments and meetings. Ensure all necessary materials and information are prepared for upcoming engagements.

Court Preparation - Prepare and file court forms and other legal documents, attend court sessions as required, providing support to the legal team.

Legal Research - Conduct legal research using appropriate resources, summarise findings and present them to the relevant lawyer or legal executive.

Client Appointments - Schedule and confirm appointments with clients, prepare meeting agendas and necessary documentation for client meetings.

Additional Skills and Attributes:

• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in using legal software and office applications.
• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
• Discretion and ability to handle confidential information appropriately.